How To Replace The Starter On A 2000-2006 Lexus LS430

Brian Eslick from How to Automotive www.howtoautomo... takes you step-by-step through the process of replacing the starter motor on a 2000-2006 Lexus LS430.
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[@HowtoAutomotive]

links for parts and tools are in the description

[@HectorRodriguez-hx2mv]

How to Automotive I did all of these steps but when I tried to start my car all I heard was a spinning sound as if it was a fan but the car wouldn’t turn over. Any idea?

[@Mujahedkhan989]

@@HectorRodriguez-hx2mv what was the issue? Did you figure out what the problem was?

[@caustindixon3499]

That was thorough, quick to the point, and very informative. Thats how all how-to videos should be structured. Nicely done.

[@mikhailnefedov4814]

Just did mine thanks to this video! All good and no check engine light! Thank you

[@Chin-dian]

Excellent video. The best DIY ive seen. I just used this tutorial to change my knock sensors (P0325 code) on my 2001 gs430. My advice to anyone who has a starter problem or knock sensor problem is to change all three item once you take off the manifold. I only changed both knock sensors and regret not doing the starter as it looked super old. Any of these could fail at anytime but to go back in there just to do one item is a lot of work. Also do not use a cheap no name brand for anything. Go with a reputable brand. I used NGK sensors. Its just too much work to put in an inferior component. There is an old saying: “A wise man cries once, a cheap man cries many times”.

[@denverbevins4052]

So, go ahead and pay a mechanic to replace the starter - got it. Seriously though, thanks. Great vid!

[@coldbay2005]

Probably one of the best DYI videos I have seen so far! Thanks for taking the time to make this video and adding the crucial details. I need to change out one of the knock sensors and was worried it was too much work but you made it look easy so I will give it a try. I Currently have 472,000+ miles and just for fun want to make it to 500k before I send my 2001 LS430 to the grave. I bought it back in 2004 with 34K on it and so far only needed to change O2 sensors, alternator, and VT solenoids. Changed the timing belt a couple of times so far too. The engine has been very reliable.

[@soulsurvivor420]

Had to do the knock sensor on my '04 GS430 this evening and my god is this a challenge LOL! This intake has ssoooo much stuff in the way when it comes time to lift her up. Thankfully, you can just pop the top up a lot on the manifold once you get all the bolts and plugs out the way, then you can just prop it open with something so you can get the knock sensor out and the new one in. Took about 3 hours for me and my buddy to get everything all figure out on the removal side (we were taking our time too though.) I gotta get all the bolts back in and everything plugged back up but this was one HELL of a challenge actually. This is such a good video of what all is included in the intake removal. There's A LOT involved in this actually

[@protipsplus]

Best video for replacing starter or knock sensors. This guy covers soup to nuts. Be prepared to strap a few broken connectors. Highly recommend two people for intake. Used old carburetor gasket. Fuel line connection was very difficult to disconnect. Do no attempt without flare nut wrenches. Went back on easy after a cleaning with B Blaster and tooth brush. Did not replace water hose or knock sensor harness. Thank You!!!

[@YungHustle17]

For removing the bolts you don’t need a special wrench you can remove the coolant port right atop the starter to get socket wrench in

[@TheXL2013]

But that'd mean draining the coolant. Otherwise you're gonna make a big mess if you go about it that way. A flex-head ratcheting wrench is definitely the way to go.

[@phillipcollins6103]

Thanks for the awesome video. Me and my wife did everything step-by-step and we saved $500.Thanks

[@edcain9492]

She's "Definitely a KEEPER" LOL

[@4jrgolf]

No more hitting the ole starter to get home one last time. That's a job!

[@JoseDubstep420]

Seriously though lmao

[@vadimnesen8060]

Ls430 240k miles here. Original starter but when I will need one i will get a OEM because the cheap ones will not last

[@RobertSmith-zy1kk]

Great video. had to replace the knock sensors and this really helped know what steps to follow. Especially getting the fuel line clear of the wire harness, that had me puzzled for a little while.

[@instasingingvids3529]

Were both of your knock sensors bad? I have a code for one but most likely will replace both and possibly the starter. Really don’t want to have to take this all apart again.

[@MrFoxfire510]

@@instasingingvids3529 I’m in the same boat with my GS430. P0325 Bank 1 Knock sensor. 2001, 184,500 miles. How many miles and year on yours?

[@mathewsenn]

@@instasingingvids3529 I would 100000% do both sensors and a genuine denso starter if I was in there

[@Chin-dian]

@@MrFoxfire510 i have the same exact knock senor code. 2001 GS430. I am going to change both. I am debating if I should pay the mechanic or try it myself. It looks quite involved.

[@turkovich530]

Dear god! I thought I could do this, until I hit the 3 minute mark. I'll be praying my starter lasts forever.

[@HowtoAutomotive]

I hope you never need to do it. Thank you for watching!

[@MichelLinschoten]

Meh it’s not hard it’s just time consuming .. One thing I learned wrenching, be patient, follow a good video like this. And above all when stuck? Walk away from it for a couple hours or a day. Do it right the first time and you’re good. I might even do it to mine just I have excuses to replace the gaskets and all other parts needed.

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Michel Linschoten thank you for the tips especially watch a good video like this one 😎

[@ricky-sanchez]

Also prey for your knock sensor.

[@CrazyTrucker-jp4fx]

I thought the same thing...lol 🤣🤣 I got it done took me 3 days I had to be patient I'm not a mechanic but I am mechanically inclined ...this video is on point step by step and he recommended all tools and sizes this guy IS FANTASTIC

[@MrLediogjergjani81]

Best tutorial I've seen so far

[@mauricejohnson6123]

This was so BEAUTIFUL! Thank you for your KNOWLEDGE and EXPERTISE!

[@Steve-Z68]

From a mechanic for over 30 years. Respect!!

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Thank you!

[@ajbonline]

Thank you so much for this video. I just did my starter.

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Glad to help. Thank you for watching!

[@aliciascoggins7262]

Very thorough but quick! Thank you

[@juanmm2000]

I've seen videos like this one where they take the manifold apart(upper and lower pieces) . Nice Video. I want to replace both knock sensors and harness on my car because of a knock sensor P0330 code but i was hesitating taking the manifold apart but as i can see now, I don't need to unscrew the top part. I think i'll give it a try. THANK YOU.

[@johntaki2704]

Wow this is way easier than I thought it would be... easily knock it out in like 2 hours

[@laboyx4753]

Ty for the reassuring words, I had a heart attack because I have to replace the knock sensors and I've never done something like this before

[@anthonytsi]

I just bought one of these cars. I always open the hood on cars to make sure I can work on them. In this case, I took the starter for granted. I still love this car, and I will do this job when needed but DAMN! Why Lexus, why!? Just saved your video btw. Thanks so much for it.

[@tonybailey7068]

Got to do mines tomorrow. 😎

[@anthonytsi]

@@tonybailey7068 I would invest in heat-reflective gold tape to wrap your starter in to mitigate heat soak and general heat damage. Good luck.

[@tonybailey7068]

@@anthonytsi Thank you

[@hasanalzaabi]

It's really amazing that engineers designed the timing belt gear out the valve cover wich makes timing belt change process easy, but when I think abt the starter I only can say OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH MMMMMMY GUDD..

[@suhailahmed4449]

The only bad thing abt the Ls430 is the location of the starter motor

[@danb340]

And knock sensor

[@solidfamily2695]

Timing belt sucks changing as well 😭

[@bdmr_isf]

@@solidfamily2695 timing belt is actually not that bad.

[@christophermartin972]

@@solidfamily2695 I thought the timing belt was relatively easy

[@maxl.8804]

You look just like my dad from far away---i thought whats my dad doing there? -- i got to check it out :) ..... By theway great video walkthru

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Max L. Your dad must be a good looking dude😎 thank you for watching!

[@kennethmurphy2629]

Nice job buddy organizing clean I like that God bless and Godspeed

[@nerijusjukonis]

Thank you. Was able to change starter and car runs like new... almost like new 2002 😁.

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Glad the video was helpful. Thank you for watching!

[@mobileautorepairs2169]

Thanks! This video has inspired me to take this job on, heck I'll even make my own video just to see how it went... Wish me luck!

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Good luck with the repair and video and thank you very much!!

[@phetinsixiengmay9027]

Thank you for such an awesome and detailed tutorial 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Thank you for watching!

[@ozzstars_cars]

What an awesome starter location design Toyota! Oh what a PIA feeling! lol. Great job with the vid.

[@HowtoAutomotive]

I don’t mind that they put it there. I got paid well to do the job.

[@tausifahmed3367]

@@HowtoAutomotive How much?

[@gracien2008]

Thank YOU Sir!

[@rogelioochoa3132]

Great video bro ty so much I will replace my mom's tomorrow. Also I believe it's a great area to install it because it supposed to last 150k miles and that way you replace the gaskets and bad wires ty bro

[@sayitlkitis.138]

I hope mine doesn't go out and if it does I'll be going back to your video.

[@ebrahimfix8539]

Thank you very much my brothers really helpful video

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Glad the video was helpful. Thank you for watching!

[@xXilisminusXx]

Question about cleaning the mating surfaces of the manifold and gasket, did you use some sort of solution to get the gunk off or did you use a razor blade or something? Yours looks super clean

[@user-zf9pq5xj1q]

ممتاز روعه شرحك جدا واضح وعملي ومختصر

[@terrellscaife2411]

Thank you buddy I have a friend that has a 2004 Lexus 430 LS So if that ever comes my way I’m going to charge him 200 bucks to do this

[@danb340]

Looks like 200$ would be the best deal ever

[@johntaki2704]

Man if I was you I wouldn’t be stingy and just help him do it for free, just have him pay for parts of course

[@GirlsNDragons]

You’re going to regret that $200 when you’re 3 hours in.

[@Mumblix]

I had to replace the starter on my LX470 with a 2UZ-FE engine. The starter is in the same place. I cursed the engineers for putting it there until someone explained that it's the best place for the starter. It's not exposed to the elements. No water, ice, road salt or kicked up rocks will ever contact it there.

[@jbam83]

Amazing video and detail 🙌🏻

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Thank you!

[@trini676]

Hi any idea y my 2002 lexus ls 430 won't start after i had it running with new starter thanks to your video the next day i go to start it and it sounds like its not getting gas. It started up after putting in starter i drive it for a miles and the next day no start.

[@donalishop]

I recomend to repair the starter and also doing the valve cover gaskets at the same time, change the spark plugs and cleaning the inyectors on this engines. will save you a lot of time and money.

[@HowtoAutomotive]

That would be the ideal time to do those repairs. This customer is on a tight budget though. Thank you for watching!

[@robertroberts9782]

I agree

[@yamahabalu]

wow. Thank you and God bless your personality. Do you have video or guide to replace abs module in FL dash and abs pump under the hood for 2002 LS430. Thanks

[@bakihanma7247]

What if the cap is missing on that positive wire on the starter, could it cause a short since it's close to the block.?

[@lagunerolakers]

Not just Lexus has the starter in there, I've done a Cadillac with a Norstar engine, same location.

[@dagaines152]

Wow, if I did this, I would definitely use the manufacturers parts. Dont want to do this twice. Is there a way to test the new starter before installing it?

[@Lodimerg]

Very nice job

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Thank you!

[@realpeace3387]

Good Solution thank you I need more video of same car

[@desmondquick1458]

I had this done,$636 dollars,its time consuming but im good now

[@MrFoxfire510]

Where did you have it done? I hope lexus dealer charged around that much. That is where I am taking my gs430 soon. Because it has a knock sensor check engine light. Might as well change the starter and harnesses while down there. And gasket

[@ramirovelazquez3418]

Men yuo the best 👌

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Thank you!

[@romandoray7448]

Was able to use these steps on the 98 ls400 and didn't have to remove the fuel line.

[@MissouriMatthew]

Can you please let me know how you didn't have to remove the fuel line?

[@romandoray7448]

Yes once I figure out how to share an image.

[@yolopookie]

Is it different from 1998 LS400 procedure?

[@CsokiZjeaH]

this is similar to the ls400?

[@xXilisminusXx]

Were you worried about scratching the shit out of the bottom of the intake manifold? I just put mine back in and it seems like that's inevitable with how you have to work it in there. My god that was a pain, definitely a two man job

[@user-jm4rx8sl6o]

5:52 fuel line which way should I twist cause I’m a little confused on the lefty loose, righty tighty

[@hasanalzaabi]

Amazing car.. Bad starter place 😕😕😕 But gr8 video thnx alot.

[@trackrash]

Great job!

[@vollandt]

This video was very helpful when changing my ls430 video, but it would have been even more helpful if the "money shot" wasn't cut out: manifold go from up at an angle 13:39, to more or less flat at 13:54

[@meljthao5497]

I came here in search of a possible answer to my problem. Seems to be that my starter may be my culprit to draining my battery. Possibly a hard short with the power wire from battery to starter. Have you seen this before? I havent dug into it yet But after much hours of diagnosing all rules out and the only thing left that i cant check is the hard starter cable wire. When i jump from another car it makes the cables soo hot i cant touch it. I would have to charge the battery and then start the car that way. Starter gives me the click click click all signs of a bad starter also. I live on 10 acres and have found forearm size rats sleeping in my engine bay. What im wondering is have you seen this and is there possibly a location where the power wire can touch ground and hot weld it self to ground? No blown fuses, no bad relays. Power wire to car draws 1.5 amps/ power wire to starter draws 1.5 amps.. connected they draw 3 amps.. which from my research is too much for these cars. Any in-site would be appreciated!

[@mattwilsonjr9037]

Great walkthrough

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Thank you!!

[@TateReggie]

Great vid. Thanks!

[@alejomarinrivera6568]

thanks for your help

[@darthboti]

I have a Lexus 2001 gs430 the engine look about the same can I use this tutorial

[@ABArsenal]

yes

[@davideslampe3062]

Great video, very helpful. Thanks, and subscribed!

[@ajbonline]

Will this repair go toward my KZbin Auto Mechanic Certification? LOL. I think that my starter is going out. I think that I can do this. How long do you think this would take?

[@chesterjohnson3301]

By any chance is the little bolt in the back of the starter the ground? No nothing the two big main ones.I did this video step for step,but when we try to crank we get absolutely nothing.all accessories and even fuel pump kicks on.the motor is not locked we checked. Please any suggestions?

[@gregcressey1791]

Great write up 🥰

[@ricardojohnsonthon7547]

Thank you! Very useful. I think I can do it.

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Ricardo Johnsonthon you got it👍

[@CrazyTrucker-jp4fx]

This is a great video to the point step-by-step so I started but I can't seem to get the fuel line disconnected the line wrench keeps slipping now the bolt is getting rounded...I'm stuck help 🥺

[@1995RangeRover]

Great tutorial! Thank you!!😊

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Thank you for watching!

[@1995RangeRover]

Anytime!😊

[@optimalorlando]

The 14m mountain flex ratchet doesn't fit on the driver side 14m bolt holding the starter. Fits perfect on the passenger side bolt tho. My 1/4 in. flex head snap on ratchet with a 14m short socket was able to get in and crack the bolt loose.

[@sharkfinn8091]

I would replace those knock sensors since I’m already there.

[@Siegeus]

That’s what I’m replacing. Think ngk/ntk is good enough? I wasn’t paying 300 for an oem one

[@batman.._]

@@Siegeus what did you end up doing?

[@ABArsenal]

@@Siegeus did you do it??

[@BEAR-]

Awesome job. I always like to check out a job before I get into it.

[@dailyoptions7832]

Did you do it, feels like too complicated, but if one do it by himself, best to have 2 day time lol😅

[@TC-en7vi]

You are a ninja 🥷💪🙏🤘

[@pooman4185]

Great video, you are a legend

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Thank you and thank you for watching!

[@mattwilsonjr9037]

The flexhead wrench for the starter bolts is that a ratcheting or just fixed ???

[@rustysr1090]

Do you think this would be applicable to a 2002 SC430 as well? Everything looks similar to me. Thanks for a great video.

[@shavanirving7403]

How did you loosen the fuel line? Did you push the wrench away from you or pull it to you.

[@suhailahmed4449]

I have a 2003 mercedes s class n the started is not positioned in the centre of the engine

[@SSDracerSD]

"How hard of a job do you want the starter replacement to be?" Lexus - YES

[@HowtoAutomotive]

SSDracer it’s quite a bit of work for sure.But it’s not the hardest one I’ve ever done.

[@zephyr0155]

It may be up top but it's more reliable and once you know the engine it's not hard to do what you need

[@raulortiz84ro]

I replaced the starter on my 05 Lexus LS 430 And the spark plugs when I was done putting everything back together the check engine light came on my traction light came on and I keep getting a VSC any information but it could be

[@HowtoAutomotive]

payaso Ortiz most likely something got left Disconnect it. You’ll need to pull the codes to see what the possible problems are. Then you need to clear them with the scan tool and all the lights will go out once the repair has been made.

[@smithraymond09029]

If someone has done their own timing belt, water pump on this car, then they can handle the starter too. It's a lot of stuff to remove. But "difficult" is not the word I would use. I'd describe it as "involved". Pay attention to the things you are taking off, reverse it on the way back.

[@christophermartin972]

Exactly! Involved & time consuming are the best ways of describing this job, it’s not really difficult

[@romandoray7448]

Does anyone know if the process is somewhat the same for a 1998 ls400?

[@1995RangeRover]

Hi, great vid and thanks for sharing! I've watched it plenty of times to build my courage so I can change the knock sensors. Is it absolutely necessary to use the line wrenches to disconnect the fuel line?

[@juggis]

Use line wrenches so you don't twist or otherwise damage the fuel line or line connectors in any way. You do not want to create a fuel leak.

[@RingZero]

Great video. I don’t have this vehicle but was cool how you do the work along with explaining the tips and tricks. Do you think this was a good location for a starter? How much labor hours was this job? Heard good reviews about this car but the service would be a nightmare, isn’t it?

[@coldbay2005]

Never came across another engine as reliable as this one and easy to work on.

[@christophermartin972]

I have a 2002 LS 430 with 220k miles. The starter is probably the most difficult repair I’ve encountered. Almost everything else, brakes, serpentine belt, thermostat etc….. we’re some of the easiest repairs I’ve ever done on a vehicle in my life. I replaced all 4 pads and rotors in like 90 mins and it was sooooooo easy. The alternator is a piece of cake too. The car is so unbelievably reliable the repairs are few and far between anyways.

[@gergelyturcsanyi6743]

Is this the same in a 2006 GS430? I mean the part and the procedure?

[@daniellang6112]

did you test starter BEFORE putting it all together?

[@chrisgoodwin5190]

How long did it take you to to replace the starter?

[@HowtoAutomotive]

About 21/2 hours

[@jesusgranillo5755]

Whta torque wrench is that?

[@HowtoAutomotive]

It’s a 3/8 Snap-on torque wrench. Part # QJFR275 E has inch and foot pound setting.

[@qm2092]

Wow, this is an awesome tutorial. From personal experience Lexus makes awesome vehicles. The LS430 is an incredible car, but why did Toyota put the starter in the worst possible location.....WHY????

[@vadimnesen8060]

Maybe it's the most reliable location? Haha mine has 240k miles on it

[@MichelLinschoten]

They did that because it’s reliable, that starter can go 300k miles. Makes sense, it’s not exposed to the elements

[@christophermartin972]

@@MichelLinschoten 300k??? I have 410k on my original starter and it’s still going strong 💪

[@user-p97g6mvbh]

@@christophermartin972 good to know I don't have to replace the starter any time soon. only at 106k.

[@chuyr19]

I’m needing mine at 190k …

[@richard.schmelz5620]

How do you reconnect the fuel line to the fuel injector manifold?

[@TyroneLCopelandJr]

How much do you charge for this job ?

[@MonicaCanty-zt8tu]

Can’t find the parts list

[@hbchristmas5352]

I start my ls430 no less than 30 times a day, 7 days a week. Mine has 180000 plus miles Original starter. If I have to pay 1200$ for that job soon. It is worthwhile....Vs some nonsense repairs from other manufacturers not cheaper than that.

[@LVTR-kr3rz]

Those clean intake valves are when all GDI motors would've looked only after 2500 miles from brand new.

[@tuoitreomaha9096]

Which side is bank 1 knock sensor sir?

[@minhdo9597]

At 16:16, what is the 1 inch square gray electrical part and its use(I see it on many models of Lexus)? Does anyone know? Thank you.

[@optimalorlando]

Looks like a ground

[@PS-qb8rm]

How long of a job?

[@unyen3288]

So the starter isn't connected to the transmission in any way? About to pull my transmission and it looks like I won't have to remove the starter at all

[@SI0AX]

No. Transmissions in RWD cars are generally more simple to deal with compared to FWD.

[@unyen3288]

@@SI0AX Just pulled the trans out yesterday, surprisingly simple and the starter wasnt connected like most other cars

[@apsvend]

Good video. I put all back together, but when I start car its getting fire but stalls seconds later🤔🤔🤔

[@DTWINE]

Am I the only one having an issue getting the right bolt off from the starter? I can’t even get my extended 14mm on because the transmission is close to the head of where I have to put my tool