Another radio door cover stuck open
#1
Lexus Test Driver
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Another radio door cover stuck open
I know this is a common problem on the SC430s and would like to take a shot at fixing it on my 2002. So far these are the things I've narrowed down to as the problem:
1. Switch - glows green (seems ok) but I ordered another switch on eBay just in case that was confirmed working. Both only work intermittently so I don't think it's this.
2. Motor - the door opens smoothly when it works.
3. Control unit - my thought is it's probably this.
Does anyone know if you can order the control unit that sits on top of the Mark Levinson receiver? I saw one on eBay I could purchase as well. The door seems like it's running smoothly (not out of alignment) and works maybe 1 every 20 times I click the button. Thanks!
Edited to add: I found the part number on MyLParts.com it's 55406-24010 and the cost is $1,068.23. I think I will stick with eBay
1. Switch - glows green (seems ok) but I ordered another switch on eBay just in case that was confirmed working. Both only work intermittently so I don't think it's this.
2. Motor - the door opens smoothly when it works.
3. Control unit - my thought is it's probably this.
Does anyone know if you can order the control unit that sits on top of the Mark Levinson receiver? I saw one on eBay I could purchase as well. The door seems like it's running smoothly (not out of alignment) and works maybe 1 every 20 times I click the button. Thanks!
Edited to add: I found the part number on MyLParts.com it's 55406-24010 and the cost is $1,068.23. I think I will stick with eBay
Last edited by kevin3344; 04-20-17 at 02:39 PM.
#2
Lead Lap
What is the failure mode (other than it intermittently not opening)? Does it make any noises or any other unusual things?
#3
Lexus Test Driver
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I'll take a look when I get the car back from service today. I was looking at the Lexus owner records from a couple years ago and it said the previous owner needed to replace the entire assembly.
I did find just the control unit on eBay for $179....as opposed to the entire Mark Levinson radio (that includes the door mechanism). I think I can swap out the light colored wood door for mine with a couple of screws.
I did find just the control unit on eBay for $179....as opposed to the entire Mark Levinson radio (that includes the door mechanism). I think I can swap out the light colored wood door for mine with a couple of screws.
#4
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#5
Lexus Test Driver
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Do you think I should buy the whole unit on eBay, and just swap out the wood door? I have the dark wood interior. I think it would work!
#7
Lexus Test Driver
that is what I did... as you said before, the cover is an easy swap and a salvage yard will usually stand behind their products! I purchased many...all four HVAC vents, master cylinder, video screen etc. everything worked as advertised and reasonable prices.
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#8
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I know this is a common problem on the SC430s and would like to take a shot at fixing it on my 2002. So far these are the things I've narrowed down to as the problem:
1. Switch - glows green (seems ok) but I ordered another switch on eBay just in case that was confirmed working. Both only work intermittently so I don't think it's this.
2. Motor - the door opens smoothly when it works.
3. Control unit - my thought is it's probably this.
Does anyone know if you can order the control unit that sits on top of the Mark Levinson receiver? I saw one on eBay I could purchase as well. The door seems like it's running smoothly (not out of alignment) and works maybe 1 every 20 times I click the button. Thanks!
Edited to add: I found the part number on MyLParts.com it's 55406-24010 and the cost is $1,068.23. I think I will stick with eBay
1. Switch - glows green (seems ok) but I ordered another switch on eBay just in case that was confirmed working. Both only work intermittently so I don't think it's this.
2. Motor - the door opens smoothly when it works.
3. Control unit - my thought is it's probably this.
Does anyone know if you can order the control unit that sits on top of the Mark Levinson receiver? I saw one on eBay I could purchase as well. The door seems like it's running smoothly (not out of alignment) and works maybe 1 every 20 times I click the button. Thanks!
Edited to add: I found the part number on MyLParts.com it's 55406-24010 and the cost is $1,068.23. I think I will stick with eBay
my post above had to do with the Nav screen replacement but I would guess to say the radio unit uses the same motor.
i looked up the unit on eBay and I would pull the unit, check it on my workbench and possibly look at replacing the little servo motor. Can you solder?
the motors are $2 ea and I purchased three Nav Door motors for about $8 shipped.
if your not good at doing that stuff, I would recommend you purchase the assembly for $179, but you need to be sure it will correct the issue.
Last edited by Bgw70; 04-22-17 at 03:42 AM.
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I'll take a look when I get the car back from service today. I was looking at the Lexus owner records from a couple years ago and it said the previous owner needed to replace the entire assembly.
I did find just the control unit on eBay for $179....as opposed to the entire Mark Levinson radio (that includes the door mechanism). I think I can swap out the light colored wood door for mine with a couple of screws.
I did find just the control unit on eBay for $179....as opposed to the entire Mark Levinson radio (that includes the door mechanism). I think I can swap out the light colored wood door for mine with a couple of screws.
#10
Lexus Test Driver
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Great, thanks. I've gotten the center console out and from what I've read the a/c controls come straight out as well? If so, I'll order the part today and replace the door. Thanks!
#12
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