Anything to watch out for on Used 08 LS460
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Anything to watch out for on Used 08 LS460
Sup guys, I'm looking to pick up a used LS460 this weekend. The car is a 2008 w/Nav and ML. It's got about 78k and according to the car fax had 1 owner and had ALL service performed at the Lexus dealer. I'm no stranger to Lexus and the reliability but I've never owned and LS before. I have an IS and have owned a GS in the past but this will be my first LS.
Is there anything i should watch out for when I go buy it? Anything worth checking, asking, etc. etc?
Is there anything i should watch out for when I go buy it? Anything worth checking, asking, etc. etc?
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Check for wind noise coming through the windows at highway speeds.
Make sure the valve springs have been replaced (Safety Recall). Ask about:
"L-CP-A8E-B520-D VALVE SPRING REPLACEMENT" (too big to upload)
Make sure the firmware is the latest for the ECM (the car's computer). This helps the transmission shift smoother. There should be a tag under the hood near the driver's side that says "New Calibradition ID: 35055200" See the below attachment:
Make sure the valve springs have been replaced (Safety Recall). Ask about:
"L-CP-A8E-B520-D VALVE SPRING REPLACEMENT" (too big to upload)
Make sure the firmware is the latest for the ECM (the car's computer). This helps the transmission shift smoother. There should be a tag under the hood near the driver's side that says "New Calibradition ID: 35055200" See the below attachment:
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Check for wind noise coming through the windows at highway speeds.
Make sure the valve springs have been replaced (Safety Recall). Ask about:
"L-CP-A8E-B520-D VALVE SPRING REPLACEMENT" (too big to upload)
Make sure the firmware is the latest for the ECM (the car's computer). This helps the transmission shift smoother. There should be a tag under the hood near the driver's side that says "New Calibradition ID: 35055200" See the below attachment:
Make sure the valve springs have been replaced (Safety Recall). Ask about:
"L-CP-A8E-B520-D VALVE SPRING REPLACEMENT" (too big to upload)
Make sure the firmware is the latest for the ECM (the car's computer). This helps the transmission shift smoother. There should be a tag under the hood near the driver's side that says "New Calibradition ID: 35055200" See the below attachment:
Safety recalls are generally free of charge so I'll definitely inquire about it and get it done should I purchase the vehicle. I'll also check for that tag. Much appreciated.
Please keep the opinions coming guys! I'm hoping I'll be a fellow LS460 owner this weekend.
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Check for wind noise coming through the windows at highway speeds.
Make sure the valve springs have been replaced (Safety Recall). Ask about:
"L-CP-A8E-B520-D VALVE SPRING REPLACEMENT" (too big to upload)
Make sure the firmware is the latest for the ECM (the car's computer). This helps the transmission shift smoother. There should be a tag under the hood near the driver's side that says "New Calibradition ID: 35055200" See the below attachment:
Make sure the valve springs have been replaced (Safety Recall). Ask about:
"L-CP-A8E-B520-D VALVE SPRING REPLACEMENT" (too big to upload)
Make sure the firmware is the latest for the ECM (the car's computer). This helps the transmission shift smoother. There should be a tag under the hood near the driver's side that says "New Calibradition ID: 35055200" See the below attachment:
LS460 2WD: JTHBL5EF#C5112283 JTHGL5EF#C5046385
What does it mean by those VINs ? Please explaine if you could.
I appreciate very much.
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Although I haven't had any problems, I was wondering about whether that TSB applies to my 2008 as well. I guess you could take it into the dealer and see what they say.
Last edited by 1Putt; 06-25-13 at 01:56 PM.
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I recently bought an 08 LS460 myself but I don't see that tag under my hood, I am reading the TSB that you posted and on 2nd page it said that this applies to vehicles produced BEFORE the production change effective VINs shown below:
LS460 2WD: JTHBL5EF#C5112283 JTHGL5EF#C5046385
What does it mean by those VINs ? Please explaine if you could.
I appreciate very much.
LS460 2WD: JTHBL5EF#C5112283 JTHGL5EF#C5046385
What does it mean by those VINs ? Please explaine if you could.
I appreciate very much.
The VIN beginning with JTHGL is for a model year 2012 LS460L.
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I purchased a CPO 08 LS460 that had to be taken to the dealer 4 times for numerous minor problems.
1) Seat warmer **** ended up getting stuck for some reason
2) Glove compartment latch broke so had to be replaced
3) TPMS sensor malfunctioned a month after I got my car.
4) Control arms had to get replaced and they still make noise.
Just thought I'd share my experience.
1) Seat warmer **** ended up getting stuck for some reason
2) Glove compartment latch broke so had to be replaced
3) TPMS sensor malfunctioned a month after I got my car.
4) Control arms had to get replaced and they still make noise.
Just thought I'd share my experience.
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If your car has a VIN that is JTHBL46F?8??????? then it is a 2008 model LS460 (the"?" represents wildcard characters).
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Thanks
#12
Good info. Separately I resolved all of my rougher idling and hesitation with the use of 0-20 TGMO and new plugs{old ones were not fouled} and switching to top tier gas at costco. Gas first. Noticeable improvement within 2 tanks
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Thank you for bringing on this additional information. I started using Costco gas just when I acquired this LS460 ... and I've been wondering about it a wee bit; good to know others have had positive experience using it.
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Sup guys, I'm looking to pick up a used LS460 this weekend. The car is a 2008 w/Nav and ML. It's got about 78k and according to the car fax had 1 owner and had ALL service performed at the Lexus dealer. I'm no stranger to Lexus and the reliability but I've never owned and LS before. I have an IS and have owned a GS in the past but this will be my first LS.
Is there anything i should watch out for when I go buy it? Anything worth checking, asking, etc. etc?
Is there anything i should watch out for when I go buy it? Anything worth checking, asking, etc. etc?
yes it wants to go fast. Watch out. Mine gets 28-29 mpg at almost 90 mph on long road sections.