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Thanks for that Mike, it was a pleasure to do business with a true enthusiast. Just one correction, the new tyres I fitted are Kumho Ecsta, which I was very happy with. I hope you enjoy the car as much as I did. Regards

I will miss that car a lot, but my circumstances mean I would never have used it much. I probably don't do more than around 3000 miles a year between both my cars. It's a waste. One of the things that made me change my mind about selling before is when I read about what went into the 400's development, compared to other cars. Things like seat suspension system with an anti roll bar! Just last night I read that the cupholders and ashtray were designed to deploy at exactly the same speed, As if they are ever deployed at the same time, so who would notice? Where else would I ever get that level of engineering and attention to detail? I would suggest nowhere

SOLD - I just sold my car to a charming chap from down South. It seemed to be exactly what he was looking for and he was a pleasure to deal with. He is a member of this forum so I know it's gone to a good home. This mattered to me as I had doubts about selling right up to the end.

No air suspension. Original DHP suspension, when a spring broke with the previous owner, Lexus replaced all 4 for him, and specified DHP springs

Thank you Malc. I've been stewing over it for months, and written an ad several times, only to change my mind. I'm really not using it, so once I made my mind up, decided to price it to sell quickly, hopefully.

I hope this is allowed, a link to my car ad. I see links to other people's cars are here so hopefully it is.. After almost nine years of happy ownership I've decided to move my LS 400 on. It's in excellent condition and has done a mere 73000 miles. It's a wonderful thing but I'm simply not using it enough (same for my daily as well). The link to the ad is here: https://www.carandclassic.com/car/C1460938

For the mileage I do, the increased cost of fuel is not exactly welcome, but it's no big deal really. I have done everything I can to use as little as possible, checking tyre pressures etc. I also found that if I take advantage of the 400's superb aerodynamics in the way I drive. My Audi A4 Avant will coast in neutral if it detects a downhill slope in Efficiency mode. I have found that a similar effect can be achieved with the Lexus in that simply by lifting off the gas on downhill stretches it seems to maintain its momentum better than most cars out there. Where previously I would have been applying gas I just lift off. It makes a visible difference to mpg. It makes no difference to my progress. I'm not hypermiling or even recording my mpg, but it definitely makes a difference.

Solenoid contacts is a common problem, rather than the starter motor itself and I had the same issue a couple of years ago. I bought some off Ebay and my mechanic )Yorkshire) managed to change them without removing the starter motor. It's a 1999 car

I'm not aware of a tracker being fitted. I would like to try to simulate the bonnet being closed when shutting the systems down How do you jam the bonnet catch, it's on a hell of a strong spring?

Steve That's incredibly kind. If you could post it, I can scan what I need and return it . I will, of course, cover all costs. I will pm you my details, many thanks Hugh

I have tried the TEL fuse, Steve, it made no difference

Steve That's incredibly kind. If you could post it, I can scan what I need and return it . I will, of course, cover all costs. I will pm you my details, many thanks Hugh

I'm just putting my 99 LS 400 back on the road having been off road since Covid arrived. I've had a few issues to sort out and have decided never to take a car off the road over winter again, they just don't like it. While it was off the road though, having moved my compressor to my new house I treated the underside with Dinitrol, which seems to be one of the better products out there. It has certainly protected my Lancia well since 1975. I've had a new alternator fitted, and the power steering pump rebuilt with new seals (the cause of the alternator issue). At 72000 miles, I'm not sure if the lay up caused the problem. The day before the MOT was due, I found that two of my newish tyres had slow punctures, so that meant running around to get them sorted out. All now well, and the car flew through the MOT, and was treated to a full service with new filters, all genuine Lexus, as usual, and had the brake fluid replaced. The only slight niggle I have is an intermittent parasitic battery drain. Having done some tests, the draw is greatly reduced when I remove the fuse MPX-B fuse and Radio No 1 fuse. . If I had more knowledge that information may even be useful to me. I was hoping to do some simple checking myself. I intend to remove every component I can see and clean the contacts with electrical cleaner. I will probably end up taking it to an auto electrician although, unlike most work on a car, the cost of auto electrical work, understandably, tends to be open ended without even an estimate to go on. I have two questions: 1. Based on the circuits mentioned, are there any "usual suspects" I should look at? 2. Does anyone know where I can get hold of a wiring diagram for a 99 LS400 without too much expenditure? I bought a repair manual on CD but there are no wiring diagrams. It may help me, or at the very least, help my auto electrician. Strangely, the driver's handbook for my 1975 Lancia includes a wiring diagram, which tells you all you need to know about Lancia electrical systems and how good they are. It would be nice to get this last little issue sorted out, so any help would be appreciated.

When I had this problem with my '98 it was the starter solenoid contacts. I found on this forum it's a fairly common problem. I bought some off ebay, a good mechanic replaced them for me, been fine ever since- like these on Ebay (don't know what cars these fit btw) https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/180964194203?_trkparms=ispr%3D1&hash=item2a224e779b:g:e6UAAOSwBTJdeNrz&amdata=enc%3AAQAGAAACoPYe5NmHp%2B2JMhMi7yxGiTJkPrKr5t53CooMSQt2orsS7UXID%2BRPOSNsnm8kYPghtAhmihHQXT5wd5LGJgR2nxI39nsI53byhlNPOuCFayI5aYfRlewpOr5JzGNWGYzZ4uNAR9GT%2B7ljAUJiUL5gex1BfPl03936Fozj5jWMRH1nJMsuAy5bTJq6YhI7VhQKU6Bc6Mi8J05QCbrLqnFCEozdNh%2Fh8oCNCl9PPc6n%2Bau3jEr4zerZb2yoqTg0%2FbuQ2KdW6%2FKPID9%2FNJ3unfdaV5cO1o9XuwuNqqBGrkqC%2Bzln7k1zMEi9nTQu26I5ZFt5YEQ7lGWXWEKusP4w2NN95qwjRMtRjcSUQH2rxNHtokF%2BS1GEIPK5WZBuNzPXxtmDJ83PIc9KLOn%2Fg7zI6XfYZh8skDJPySrfpM%2FYorSltwme8790DqIn6XnxiH2bnrhNzH1Qyks5Hp7Mv%2Bfcx3bDgDIWoZobIaJ2bfYAoU7KW4XDzVlMFBQDXZZ30OYJtw5WK%2F8wZMN7DdQF8E%2FQ9fbldEtP2LSReI1hAthqyUIXSnuBCHpSDhMIZGdMaWpXPakMuO5YngCOAnPHgd4FU5URHdsQrogV0qtX6MSSSezDizO61l7lPl6%2FvGOTG29Lly%2FIaBqNGwv2%2Fveqncvqw6ZCr2uhFpKks39ObD2Zo6Cex79oMjWS4%2B%2BkOvtdZrPiyY%2Fi5m%2BAn82MdmQ4dSdq0Zd6O6EdyqG%2Bt14Hfb2sgE3GTn4HjmJjFjqaQ%2BaLp10dDQf5z5ZqPUMnHLETfzkJHFotvcqNz5ULhGVOXKfX9lPUF%2BPKPU7Epfb9f0R7iH2VqodKLslsp0WJ2vUQ2IKUULRzzYYZf2jnt0Ms4Ve5Rnr0HBBftFyVj9QoI0FCJ3ozKn1FtQ%3D%3D|ampid%3APL_CLK|clp%3A2334524

Not getting any shaking, they work perfectly, I simply thought they may be due for changing

Does anyone know the thickness of original lexus fron brake discs? Mine are 28mm , not sure whether that indicates some wear

Thanks George, that makes sense. I was hoping it isn't the master cylinder because just a set of replacement seals costs more than a pair of front discs, even if I can get hold of them.

I have a couple of questions for you knowledgeable folk. I've had my front wheel off my 99 LS 400, to check the brakes. They work fine, except that I suspect the pedal travel may be excessive. I'm concerned it may fail the MOT on this , which is imminent. I found it difficult to check the thickness of the pads, but they were last changed, I believe in 2006, 22000 miles ago (now on 70,000 miles). The disc seemed in good condition, with very little scoring and not much of a lip. I measured the thickness of the disc at 28mm. At Lexus Parts direct a kit with discs and pads seems better value than pads alone, although obviously it will cost a fair bit more in labour. My first question is How long to your front pads tend to last?. My second question is: Would new pads, or new discs and pads be likely to reduce the level of brake travel, or is there likely to be a different cause elsewhere? I had the brakes flushed and brake fluid replaced a few weeks ago to try and resolve this issue. Thanks in advance for any advice/experience you can offer

Thanks for that Mark. The brake pads are £65 so that seems like a good deal. I'll be inspecting my discs in the morning, if I can find out what the original thickness of the discs was. Regards

I messaged them two days ago, still waiting for a response. Not having much luck with people getting back to me atm

Hi Barry. I no longer use my local Indy, following attempts over several days to contact him, and three broken promises to call me back. I don't care how busy you are, you don't treat customers like that

I'm changing my front pads and considering having the discs done also. Does anyone know who manufactures the OEM discs and pads? Also, any recommendations please? I've read mixed review of Brembo, for example.

Too true Phil, I'm a long term user of the forum. I think it was the capital letters that triggered me a little

I did say it may have been posted before, and only went back so far to check. No need to take the *****. I thought it may help someone, didn't expect Facebook standard responses. Shan't bother again

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