The-Acre
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What you need is for lots of people to say don't do it, so....don't do it!! -
This is common on all four doors on the LS430, at least it's been a slight annoyance on both of mine so it's useful info. I once Googled the problem and found a couple of people in the States recommended washing up liquid, it does work for a while but soon needs doing again.
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When I bought mine early this year it had a very dark nearside mirror, I bought one from a breakers which turned out not to have the original glass so that went back. I then bought a stick on one for £9 but managed to get the black edging to cover it so it looks fine. It still heats up, just takes slightly longer but not much. It's a bit dirty today but this is it in place. And obviously it isn't self dimming but better than the £250 I was quoted for a genuine replacement.
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A great choice of car, you'll love it! Assuming the alternator is OK, have you checked that the boot light is going out?
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It was changed about 4k ago by Lexus. It's fine now and hasn't done it before today.
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Having had a week in Cornwall enjoying the odd pint of Rattler cider, it seems to have followed me home! I started the LS this morning after standing for over a week and it sounded like a knackered diesel for about 3 seconds. I realise it's the hydraulic valves, but is this normal? I seem to remember it happening briefly to an LS400 that I once had. Any thoughts greatly appreciated.
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It's very likely you'll have to replace both bulbs. I changed one of mine and the difference was so noticeable it looked ridiculous.
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The screws are hidden by the steering wheel, if you turn it you'll find them, one each side.
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As it happens I bought mine from a guy who replaced it with an LS460. He'd had it over 10 years and said the same thing, he prefers the 430, although he hasn't offered to buy it back, which is just as well because he can't have it!
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There is a post that appeared recently showing how to do this but you would have to search for it. I don't think you need to worry about the knee air bag. Is yours a facelift model? The pre facelift doesn't have the knee airbag but either way it won't be a problem. A little edit. After just driving mine to work I would ignore what i said about the airbag. I'm not sure where it's located as mine doesn't have one, although I can't imagine it's in the steering column housing, but obviously you need to be sure.
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Interestingly this subject comes up every year at this time. There's something about the change in the weather in November/December that causes this. When we get to about January it seems to be less of a problem, no idea why.
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A rumble sounds more like a bearing. When you select drive it changes the speed of the engine slightly which in turn could increase or decrease an alien sound. It's so difficult when you don't have it in front of you to make more suggestions, but as I said, I would be taking the serpentine belt off to eliminate that area because it's so easy to do. The belt is 86" long and goes around 7 components, so that's a lot to eliminate for 5-10 minutes work.
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Does it go away when it's warmed up? I think others are suggesting that the transmission may be contaminated with coolant, I'm not sure that would give you a whine. Could it be coming from one of the serpentine belt pulleys/idlers/tensioner. Putting it in drive changes the load on the engine which can affect noises from the belt area. If it were mine I'd think of taking off the belt and running the engine for a few seconds to see if it still whines. It takes 5 mins to remove it, info on YouTube. A good time to replace the belt as well. I changed mine 3 weeks ago as it was squealing on start up, all fine now though.
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Too philosophical for me, where's me pork scratchins....
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Make me an offer and I'll see if I can answer your question!!
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When you say particularly from cold, does it go away when you're up to running temperature?
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It seems to me that these cars are worth what they are worth to you. I've seen yours, and I know it's good, and that you've had it for some time. For me it would be a no brainer spending money on it. I wouldn't feel the same about my previous Vectra or similar cars though. There really is something (almost irritating) about these big Lexus cars that gets under your skin!
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On my last LS430 I had problems with the rear sensors, one was replaced but the other was easily taken apart, cleaned and resealed. So even if the sensors do play up they can very easily be taken off and repaired, it's generally only water damage where the seals fail. Maybe people are too quick to replace when repairs are possible and cheap.
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On the LS430 the only two options are to manually put it in a comfortable position or replace the motor. I'd like to have an old motor just to see if there is any way of taking it apart and doing a repair. After all, it was put together in the first place so it must come apart.
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I don't think the petrol cap thing should ever be taken lightly. This is what it says on my Volvo fuel cap.
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The LS430 is also much safer with more air bags etc. When I insured my first LS430 I questioned why it was less than the 400, the reply was "because it's a safer car" I still have a soft spot for the LS400 though. Someone round the corner from me has one, a late X reg in lovely condition, an impressive looking car.
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I guess it's the same with all products, and at the risk of sounding like my parents, things really aren't made to last as they once were. However, car reliability has improved greatly, so has safety. Shame we can't have it all!
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I believe the air suspension issue is less common than it's made out to be. If it does need replacing the cost is around £950 to fit conventional springs. Given the low prices that the LS430 can be bought for, and the way preventative measures for other possible failures can be taken care of for relatively low cost, I think the LS430 eclipses the LS400. Earlier this year I went back to an LS400, and although it clearly has its merits, the LS430 is a beautifully engineered machine, which in my opinion is superior. I speak as someone who has owned three LS400's and two LS430's. Just my thoughts.
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Maybe do a new thread in case it gets overlooked. The wet boot affects every LS400 owner, thankfully a minor issue.
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Aha, there you are! Welcome to the LOC and it would be appreciated if you could post some photos for us all to see. And if you find yourself in West Sussex at any time it would be great to see it in the flesh. Enjoy!
