ClubLexus - Lexus Forum Discussion
0 2017/02/02 20:12:17
Glovebox has access hole with room for finger to compress the two side plastic lances and allowing downward pressure to push module out without removing glovebox.
Glovebox has access hole with room for finger to compress the two side plastic lances and allowing downward pressure to push module out without removing glovebox.
0 2017/02/02 20:05:40
Image depicting upper outerside glovebox with lamp assembly.... lances hold it securely in place.and need to be compressed somewhat for extraction.. Glovebox assembly removed to facilitate photograph..
Image depicting upper outerside glovebox with lamp assembly.... lances hold it securely in place.and need to be compressed somewhat for extraction.. Glovebox assembly removed to facilitate photograph..
0 2017/02/02 20:00:52
This image of the outside top of glove box depicting the plastic lances that retain the light assembly in place... I removed the entire glovebox to photograph.
This image of the outside top of glove box depicting the plastic lances that retain the light assembly in place... I removed the entire glovebox to photograph.
0 2017/02/02 19:53:43
0 2017/02/02 19:52:14
Image of the bulb assembly post extraction with the grill opened. Grille and bottom half is molded as one piece so mind the thin plastic hinge and direction it swings open...on the connector side.
Image of the bulb assembly post extraction with the grill opened. Grille and bottom half is molded as one piece so mind the thin plastic hinge and direction it swings open...on the connector side.
0 2017/02/02 19:45:30
Top of intake showing routing of the port -vacuum hose-VSV
Top of intake showing routing of the port -vacuum hose-VSV
0 2017/02/01 22:39:14
Front of intake depicting at top of air intake a tube extending into the inlet port... Anyone cut this flush with roof of intake?
Front of intake depicting at top of air intake a tube extending into the inlet port... Anyone cut this flush with roof of intake?
0 2017/02/01 22:33:18
1998-2000 LS400 Aisin Timing Belt Kit Instructions Pamphlet Cover Sheet
1998-2000 LS400 Aisin Timing Belt Kit Instructions Pamphlet Cover Sheet
0 2017/02/01 07:06:07
"Timing Belt Shaft # 13566-50010 (shoulder bolt)
"Timing Belt Shaft # 13566-50010 (shoulder bolt)
0 2017/01/31 18:48:31
Koyo Timing Belt Tensioner Pulley depicting shoulder bolt insertion
Koyo Timing Belt Tensioner Pulley depicting shoulder bolt insertion
0 2017/01/31 18:37:56
New "Timing Belt Shaft" aka Tensioner Pulley Shoulder Bolt #13556-50010
New "Timing Belt Shaft" aka Tensioner Pulley Shoulder Bolt #13556-50010
0 2017/01/31 18:31:05
Exploded Lexus parts diagram of 1998 LS400 P.S. pump internals... Lexus shop manual and parts list outlines the individual.pump vanes are tolerance specific and fitted by P.N....similar to valve shims..It is highly unlikely the rebuilder gets it right...never mind the quality of bearings, o-rings, shaft resizing, polishing, replating, etc
Exploded Lexus parts diagram of 1998 LS400 P.S. pump internals... Lexus shop manual and parts list outlines the individual.pump vanes are tolerance specific and fitted by P.N....similar to valve shims..It is highly unlikely the rebuilder gets it right...never mind the quality of bearings, o-rings, shaft resizing, polishing, replating, etc
0 2017/01/30 17:08:48
The synthetic back label suggests it is a substitute for Toyota Type IV... If so why can't we use Toyota Type IV in our power steering systems....and why didn't Toyota do so in the first place...cost differential?
The synthetic back label suggests it is a substitute for Toyota Type IV... If so why can't we use Toyota Type IV in our power steering systems....and why didn't Toyota do so in the first place...cost differential?
0 2017/01/29 22:07:25
Valvoline synthetic version of its' DEX/MERC ATF....
Valvoline synthetic version of its' DEX/MERC ATF....
0 2017/01/29 22:02:44
Valvoline mineral based DEX/MERC ATF as recommend for LS400 P.S. systems.
Valvoline mineral based DEX/MERC ATF as recommend for LS400 P.S. systems.
0 2017/01/29 21:58:22
Located this DEX/MERC III chart online for mineral based ATF depicting viscosity vs temperature...it is apparent that viscosity increases exponentially below 30 F..
Located this DEX/MERC III chart online for mineral based ATF depicting viscosity vs temperature...it is apparent that viscosity increases exponentially below 30 F..
0 2017/01/29 21:52:25
New corrosion free stud from Lexus...about $1.50.
New corrosion free stud from Lexus...about $1.50.
0 2017/01/29 19:46:10
Image depicts the threaded hex standoff in relation to compressor stay. The thread forming screw at bottom affiixing negative battery cable was also replaced.
Image depicts the threaded hex standoff in relation to compressor stay. The thread forming screw at bottom affiixing negative battery cable was also replaced.
0 2017/01/29 19:37:05
The original threaded hex bolt standoff is corroded....resistance/voltage drop to block....Could it me cleaned..possibly, but the protective coating is toast and well worth replacing for a few dollars
The original threaded hex bolt standoff is corroded....resistance/voltage drop to block....Could it me cleaned..possibly, but the protective coating is toast and well worth replacing for a few dollars
0 2017/01/29 19:27:20
1998-2000 LS400 exploded diagram depicting upper - lower intake manifold and metallic gasket (larger U-shaped)
1998-2000 LS400 exploded diagram depicting upper - lower intake manifold and metallic gasket (larger U-shaped)
0 2017/01/28 14:34:13
Closer view of bottom half of intake manifold showing reddish fluid. In pockets
Closer view of bottom half of intake manifold showing reddish fluid. In pockets
0 2017/01/27 22:04:31
Non intake runner pockets contain pools of reddish fluid...Supposed to be there? What is it? Purpose?
Non intake runner pockets contain pools of reddish fluid...Supposed to be there? What is it? Purpose?
0 2017/01/27 21:50:37
Paper cash register tape used for templating aluminum foil.
Paper cash register tape used for templating aluminum foil.
0 2017/01/26 23:45:33
Nashua brand high temperature outdoor rated aluminum foil tape with high surface energy adhesive.
Nashua brand high temperature outdoor rated aluminum foil tape with high surface energy adhesive.
0 2017/01/26 23:41:51
Visibly improved reflectivity with foil over stock plastic surface
Visibly improved reflectivity with foil over stock plastic surface
0 2017/01/26 23:35:49
0 2017/01/26 23:26:16
Dome/reading light assembly showing highly polished relectors for reading lamp bulbs but not the main domelight festoon bulb.....more of a heat shield and the matte white surface does not present optimum reflectivity or uniformity....although the lense assembly does a lot to cover for this.
Dome/reading light assembly showing highly polished relectors for reading lamp bulbs but not the main domelight festoon bulb.....more of a heat shield and the matte white surface does not present optimum reflectivity or uniformity....although the lense assembly does a lot to cover for this.
0 2017/01/26 23:18:06
Aluminum tape applied to light pocket of passenger side footwell side. ..huge improvement in reflectivity.
Aluminum tape applied to light pocket of passenger side footwell side. ..huge improvement in reflectivity.
0 2017/01/22 20:10:59
Before application of reflecting foil tape in light pocket... Also...mind the plastic tabs closest to the firewall when extracting the passenger side undercover, or you will shear them off..
Before application of reflecting foil tape in light pocket... Also...mind the plastic tabs closest to the firewall when extracting the passenger side undercover, or you will shear them off..
0 2017/01/22 20:04:51
Backside of passenger side undercover depicting lense snap in tabs...lightly compress the tabs and the lense easily pops out. Similar on the driver's side. DO NOTattempt this from the frontside.
Backside of passenger side undercover depicting lense snap in tabs...lightly compress the tabs and the lense easily pops out. Similar on the driver's side. DO NOTattempt this from the frontside.
0 2017/01/22 19:58:24
Nashua brand high temperature outdoor rated aluminum foil tape with high surface energy pressure sensitive adhesive...
Nashua brand high temperature outdoor rated aluminum foil tape with high surface energy pressure sensitive adhesive...
0 2017/01/22 19:53:21
Reflecting Aluminum tape markedly increases reflectivity of the surface area of light bulb pocket
Reflecting Aluminum tape markedly increases reflectivity of the surface area of light bulb pocket
0 2017/01/22 19:47:01
A paper template is created using cash register taoe
A paper template is created using cash register taoe
0 2017/01/22 19:42:54
Driver's side undercover imaged under high intensity halogen lighting...the black plastic just soaks up the light...poor reflectivity....
Driver's side undercover imaged under high intensity halogen lighting...the black plastic just soaks up the light...poor reflectivity....
0 2017/01/22 19:38:20
The Compressor Stay ground playe also straddles the oil filter bracket hex standoff bolt # 90116-08319..The original is corroded and would respond well to replacement.
The Compressor Stay ground playe also straddles the oil filter bracket hex standoff bolt # 90116-08319..The original is corroded and would respond well to replacement.
0 2017/01/21 01:06:21
Compressor Stay is 88431and nut is 90179-08037 in Lexus exploded parts diagram. The ground starpa mounting bolt is not depicted...and was unable to locate a soecific part number in the Lexus system.....perh as os a member has a suggestion (The bolt I used was the engine-to- frame ground steao bolt...the clamping washer is smaller however) Anyone with a P.N.?
Compressor Stay is 88431and nut is 90179-08037 in Lexus exploded parts diagram. The ground starpa mounting bolt is not depicted...and was unable to locate a soecific part number in the Lexus system.....perh as os a member has a suggestion (The bolt I used was the engine-to- frame ground steao bolt...the clamping washer is smaller however) Anyone with a P.N.?
0 2017/01/21 00:57:31
The L-shaped Compressor Stay grounds to the enginet block via the hexagon-shaped spacer shown. Plenty of corrosion depicted here. Not replaced, but will be on next parts order.
The L-shaped Compressor Stay grounds to the enginet block via the hexagon-shaped spacer shown. Plenty of corrosion depicted here. Not replaced, but will be on next parts order.
0 2017/01/21 00:49:36
The replacement compressor stay has a different finish than the original (dichromate?) Used a test meter and it was conductive. The bolt and nut are steel, generously Zinc-plated.
The replacement compressor stay has a different finish than the original (dichromate?) Used a test meter and it was conductive. The bolt and nut are steel, generously Zinc-plated.
0 2017/01/21 00:38:27
This original compressor stay is from a well maintained 1999 LS400...The plate and hardware have seen better days. Older LS400's I have looked at are far worse corrosion.
This original compressor stay is from a well maintained 1999 LS400...The plate and hardware have seen better days. Older LS400's I have looked at are far worse corrosion.
0 2017/01/21 00:29:57