Lexus Dealership Missed THIS Common Problem on This LS460 | Toyota V8 Owners Be AWARE!

I am the owner of this car - let me begin with AMD is a genius, he was able to diagnose a problem in few minutes that my local dealership has made me go in circles for 3 years. Thanks!! It is a 2008 (not 2010), just have wheels from the future model. I am hoping to keep for a few more years with the help of AMD! Another dealership story - after they replaced spark plugs, the car would randomly lose power for split of a second (very scary) while driving. After taking it back, they told me the battery terminals were not tightened down!!! Lucky that I have found TCCN that I wont have to go back to the dealership.

CCN…I think you’re soon going to need a bigger shop

Thanks for working on my Lexus today! Your shop looks awesome and I can't wait to go back. I also want to say that this video is an example of why YouTube channels like this one are so popular. Many of us have gone to dealerships and were given the run around on a problem with our car. This happened to me when I used to drive a different car and like a fool, I kept going back to that dealership with the same problem and kept giving them money. Keep up the good work with this channel...we need videos like these! - Jonathan

Nice to see you receiving the correct advice. Four years ago I bought a mint 08 LS with 25k on the clock for $15000. It had a front suspension problem that the Lexus dealer quoted $10000 to repair. Taking it to the fellow that repairs my classic x300. jag he replaced the ball joints for $500 and the car has brilliant and trouble free. Love this car

Here's something that might interest you for the fix for the "sticky dash" issue. I bought a 2007 LS460 in November 2021 (after the valid cut off date of March 31, 2021 for the program recall) and was looking for a solution to fix the stickiness. After much research, I came across a product out of Australia call "Sticky Dash Fix" and decided to try it out. I had some gashes which I filled in on both the dash and door panel / lower dash areas with a rubber type product called "Sugru". You can get both colors for upper and lower dash / door panel areas. In my case I got brown for dash and beige for lower dash / door panel areas. After the sugru cured, I painted the Sticky Dash Fix with foam brushes, foam roller and small painter type brushes. All in it cost under $100. After completed job, the dash is no longer sticky - even after the present record breaking hot temps found down her in south Louisiana!! Didn't even have to tape off any areas!! Just a slow steady hand! I realize this isn't mechanical in nature, but just thought I would pass it along!! Great Channel you have! Keep up the good work!!

Dealer after Dealer , an upset customer and still not fixed right and this man Mr CCN in 5 min knew what was wrong with mysterious coolant loss ... What a Genius and a Pro ! 👌👌👌

I like that you gave updates to other cars in the shop, it’s cool to hear about all the different cars you guys are working on.

My 2011 LS is close to 400K miles I’m constantly leaking coolant. That explains so much. That’s my only problem with my Lexus constantly pouring coolant in the winter months.

One of the best resources for honest repair information on toyota/lexus products as well as tips and tricks for the DIY crowd, so glad I found your channel AMD.

I just did a 1,000 mile oil and filter change on a 2022 Highlander after a 20 year hiatus from DIY maintenance. Your videos relit the fire and got me back on the straight and narrow path of car care. Thanks for the videos! They are instructional and motivational. Warm regards. David

Yes the lexus ls430 is the best car ever made and I have one with almost 500000 kms and still kicking in dubai hot weather, I recommend lexus ls430 for every one who wants a reliable and a headache free car, the ls430 will last for a long time with a proper maintenance 🌹🌹

Hello AMD, I really enjoy listening to the Q&A sessions. Generally I listen while I'm doing something else, driving, etc. Have you ever thought of posting the audio to a podcast site for those of us that listen instead of watch? I just think that those sessions would make an excellent podcast! Thank you for all you do for the Toyota community!

I’ve got a 430 and a 460, your comment near the end is interesting to say the least. The 460 is light years ahead in performance, but the 430 is a better car. Cars aren’t really getting better, they’re just getting fancier. I had a 2022 truck that I sold this year because the electronic “features” were actually iPhone/infotainment nonsensical nightmares. The American consumer is a strange animal. I know. I’ve been one all my life!

I’m so excited about your new shop,thanks for posting, best luck in all endeavors!

On a 2012 GX I found the pink residue on two plastic heater hose “T” fittings at the rear passenger side of the engine compartment. I replaced both of the T fittings - the old ones were very brittle I discovered upon removal. Thanks for the informative video.

I love the line, "This is what we signed up for." Bingo! I am just a DIY but I learned from my mechanic brother that when you have a difficult repair, just do it. Otherwise you have no business being a mechanic.

Thank you for talking about this issue. I have a 10 also and took it to a guy who, like you worked for Toyota for years and then started his own shop, and he diagnosed it immediately. While I had a non-factory warranty, my half was still 550.00.. I am glad I took it in and got it fixed. I hate not keeping up my vehicles. something I learned from my late dad. Enjoy your channel.

A pleasure meeting you AMD and the rest of the TCCN family this week.

Great video! AMD did a door lock replacement on my LS430 recently…can’t even tell the door panel was removed. Works great—-I feel like I have a luxury car again just in having working door locks!

I’ve lost count on how many of these I’ve done on the 3UR-FE’s It’s become part of my vehicle inspection list now. Great informative video sir!