DIY questions - Starter repair for a GS400
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DIY questions - Starter repair for a GS400
OK,
I've done some research and want to doublecheck some things I think I know re: a DIY for a gs400 starter
Things I would like people to verify / answer
1) Done correctly, removing the intake manifold will NOT spill a lot of fuel or coolant
2) Before removing the fuel line, remove the gas cap to relieve fuel pressure in the line
3) Where am I detaching the fuel line? What should I use to plug the line? Do I need special tools
4) Where am I going to lose coolant?
5) Are there any special tips on removing the starter bolts?
6) Does anybody have the torque specs for the bolts on the starter and to reinstall the intake manifold?
I've attached two borrowed photos with questions on them. Any help appreciated!
Thanks
I've done some research and want to doublecheck some things I think I know re: a DIY for a gs400 starter
Things I would like people to verify / answer
1) Done correctly, removing the intake manifold will NOT spill a lot of fuel or coolant
2) Before removing the fuel line, remove the gas cap to relieve fuel pressure in the line
3) Where am I detaching the fuel line? What should I use to plug the line? Do I need special tools
4) Where am I going to lose coolant?
5) Are there any special tips on removing the starter bolts?
6) Does anybody have the torque specs for the bolts on the starter and to reinstall the intake manifold?
I've attached two borrowed photos with questions on them. Any help appreciated!
Thanks
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Most lexus dealerships will not sell the contact kits (yes a kit) but you can get them from toyota.
Sadly, I cannot confirm if they are the same but they sure look identical.
As far as getting to the bolts, from the top is tough on your hands but doable but.....it is unbelievably hard to insert the bolts so try to let them hang in the holes once loosened.
Place something soft under the starter to keep it aligned straight and then remove the starter's custom pillow after they are tight.
If you have undercar access, many a lexus v-8 starter was loosened with a very long extension (4 feet or longer) and by removing a couple of bolts while loosening the others on the tranny crossmember and prying it downward a bit so you can insert a small piece of wood between the crossmember and the floor.
Sadly, I cannot confirm if they are the same but they sure look identical.
As far as getting to the bolts, from the top is tough on your hands but doable but.....it is unbelievably hard to insert the bolts so try to let them hang in the holes once loosened.
Place something soft under the starter to keep it aligned straight and then remove the starter's custom pillow after they are tight.
If you have undercar access, many a lexus v-8 starter was loosened with a very long extension (4 feet or longer) and by removing a couple of bolts while loosening the others on the tranny crossmember and prying it downward a bit so you can insert a small piece of wood between the crossmember and the floor.
Thread Starter
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 975
Likes: 6
From: CA
Most lexus dealerships will not sell the contact kits (yes a kit) but you can get them from toyota.
Sadly, I cannot confirm if they are the same but they sure look identical.
As far as getting to the bolts, from the top is tough on your hands but doable but.....it is unbelievably hard to insert the bolts so try to let them hang in the holes once loosened.
Place something soft under the starter to keep it aligned straight and then remove the starter's custom pillow after they are tight.
If you have undercar access, many a lexus v-8 starter was loosened with a very long extension (4 feet or longer) and by removing a couple of bolts while loosening the others on the tranny crossmember and prying it downward a bit so you can insert a small piece of wood between the crossmember and the floor.
Sadly, I cannot confirm if they are the same but they sure look identical.
As far as getting to the bolts, from the top is tough on your hands but doable but.....it is unbelievably hard to insert the bolts so try to let them hang in the holes once loosened.
Place something soft under the starter to keep it aligned straight and then remove the starter's custom pillow after they are tight.
If you have undercar access, many a lexus v-8 starter was loosened with a very long extension (4 feet or longer) and by removing a couple of bolts while loosening the others on the tranny crossmember and prying it downward a bit so you can insert a small piece of wood between the crossmember and the floor.
Any problems using liquid wrench to get the bolts off?
I bought a replacement starter and was going to put that in and rebuild the old one later.
I will probably have to go in from the top. I have jack stands but I don't like being under the car for extended periods of time.
Thanks
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