1998 Lexus LS 400 Intermittant Starting

1998 LEXUS LS 400
133,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHUCK CARLAND
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I have been having an intermittant starting problem for about 6 months. On a cold start, some times, I must turn the key as many as 6 times to get any action from the starter. Yesterday, starting took a little more. When the starter engages, the engine starts easily. Do you think I should replace the starter first? If so, exactly, where is it located. I am 70 and have done a lot of work on 1960s and 1970s Fords & Chevys. Any help would be appreciated. Thank You.
Jan 14, 2009 at 9:26 AM
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EL34
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My 98 LS 400's starter isn't engaging. It did yesterday and the day before after the second try but no luck at alll today after multiple trys. Yesterday, like yourself, once it engaged it started instantly like there was no problem.
Let me know if you have any luck. Thanks, EL34
Jan 17, 2009 at 1:02 PM
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BOKOMBA
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i have a 92 ls 400 and in 06 i changed the engine and trans. the starter is on the top of the block. you literally have to take apart half the engine to get to it. it sits right on top of the block underneath the intake manifold. i would never have known if i didnt have to replace the engine. make sure coz it is a big job and if they put it there they must have expected it to last the "life of the car." good luck
Mar 15, 2009 at 8:01 PM
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