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To make a long story short, I inadvertantly reversed polarity while doing a hot shot (battery to battery) and blew a bunch of fuses. Don't ask. It was a diesel, ok?! The radio power comes on, but antennae motor doesn't have power, and there is NO sound at all, even when I'm using the cd...

I want you to know I appreciate your help and advice. The car does NOT seem to lag, seems to run fine. The mechanic tells me he took the top off the engine a second time, checked the belt timing, assures me it is correct. He says that BOTH cam sensors are plugged in as well. He said the only way...

Remember you're talking to an amateur here. I'm not sure what to do with your info. I guess I would say here "ok, go on...".

Ok. The answer seems to be a CODE 13, according to the mechanic who replaced the timing belt. He has taken it apart again, has checked the sensors and everything he can think of, but so far can't figure out why the check eng light is lit. WHATS THE NEXT STEP? thanks

Pulled Fuse-Check Eng Light still on... OK, I pulled the fuse and waited and the CEL is still on. CONTEXT: After a timing belt replacement (pulleys, seals, water pump too), the mechanic said the code indicated "crankshaft", however the car is running and driving without problems (EXCEPT THE...

'91 LS400 has broken -trac off- switch, so "trac off" stays lit on dash. I'm planning to drive 200-300 miles in a week or so, and wondering if I'm going to DO ANY PERMANENT DAMAGE by driving it with the switch broken and the positraction off for the whole ride? I think the manual doesn't...

I don't have the option to do my own repairs. What should I direct the mechanic who did this work for me to be doing to resolve this ec light situation?

Just had the timing belt, pulleys, waterpump, seals, distributor caps and air filter replaced. Now the "check engine light" stays on constantly. Is there a standard way to reset this light back to off after a job like this, or does this seem like the sign of a real problem?

Does anyone know a source for a switch like this one? Located on the left side of the cigarette lighter, the TRAC -OFF- switch stopped clicking and having two positions. Its stuck in the ON position. The Lexus dealer wants $89 for a $3.00 switch. Any ideas?

Post Script:about The Ant Function The ANT function worked great, and pushed the wire ALMOST out the end, but it didn't let go. For anyone else trying this type of replacement, I still had to twist the wire for it to let go. Left a black grease mark where it hit me in the head! Similarly I...

Thanks. That was the missing piece (of info)!

The original problem with my antennae was that it would not extend all the way up. Bought a replacement antennae, undid the nut on the trunk, powered on radio and antennae popped out with a portion (but not all) of the plastic wire (with teeth on it) coming out. A good portion of the white...

Ok, badly worded question... What would be the solution? Has anyone else experience this? Thanks.

Sluggish Electric Windows - '91 ls400 From the driver's seat, I get a sluggish response when I operate the buttons for opening and closing the rear windows. I can lower but NOT raise the right rear window. But... If I reach back to the rear seat button for each window, they work very strong...

I appreciate the info. Where are the o2 sensors located, how many are there, and how expensive a fix is this?

Yeah, but I'm wondering if continued use will, for example, clog the injectors, put carbon on the rings, I don't know... does anyone know the downside?

Thanks. I wonder if I must throw this seat out and find a replacement, or am I inviting my guest sitting next to me to a burnt ass? Is anyone familiar with a fix for this?

'91 LS400 - What evil things might happen (or not happen) if I switch from Premium gas to Special grade? Thoughts?

Speed sensor - ABS system connection I'd like to get other's opinions on this if anyone feels knowledgeable... Further reflection on the TRAC LIGHT coming on as a result of bad speed sensors in the wheels: if speed sensors are bad, and not reporting the correct wheel speeds, won't the ABS...