Lexus LX470

The Lexus LX470 debuted in December 1997. It is built on the same platform as the Land Cruiser J100. In 2003, the LX went through a restyling. The second modernization took place in 2005.

Engine

Luxury Japanese SUV had only one power unit (2UZ-FE) – petrol V8 volume of 4.7 liters and return 230 /235 /268 hp. The engine is very reliable - you have to deal only with attachments. There are samples that rolled 1.5 million kilometers without serious repairs. Cases of “capital” are isolated, and even then through the fault of the owner. If you are not lucky, then it will take about 140,000 rubles to restore the engine. The gas distribution mechanism is operated by a gear belt. It must be changed every 100,000 km. The kit with pump and glands will cost 18 000 rubles, the original set is more expensive - about 35 000 rubles. Adjustment of the gap valves is carried out by the selection of special washers (20-30 thousand rubles). In engines with VVT-i in the intake manifold installed vortex flaps, which eventually wear out, and there is a whirlwind. Ignore the chirping is not worth it - the flaps can break off and get into the engine. The VVT-i was introduced in 2005 and was never used in European versions. After 200-300 thousand km clogged and crumbled catalyst. The cost of replacement for a flame arrester will be about 10 000 rubles. It is worth noting that the Arabic versions are devoid of catalysts and oxygen sensors. A little later rots and burns muffler (from 7000 rubles). In addition, the exhaust collector burns out (from 14 000 rubles), which is not easy to change. In addition, the gas pump (from 2 000 rubles), ignition coils (from 5 000 rubles) and oxygen sensors (4 pieces for 3 000 rubles) fail.

Transmission

Many owners of the Lexus 470 note the appearance of a noticeable backlash in the transmission after 200-300 thousand km. It is described as a knock (hit) that occurs when gas is added during coasting. This is the total backlash in the slit joints: hub flanges, SRUS, satellites of the front gearbox, drive shaft, transfer case and rear gearbox. Completely remove the backlash, you can only replace all slit joints, which costs space money. Most often it is possible to get rid of the replacement of the front hub flange (4000 rubles per piece) and SRUS (drive in the collection of 28 000 rubles), as well as syringing the drive shaft (1000 rubles). In the future, you will have to change the crosses of the cardans: 600 rubles plus 1000 work per piece. Frequent off-road trips quickly finish off the front gearbox. Especially acute problem was for owners of pre-restyling Lexus LX 470. After 2003, the gearbox was strengthened, but sooner or later it gave up. For the new gearbox will have to pay more than 120 000 rubles, "beu" can be found for 60 000 rubles, the restoration will require more than 40 000 rubles. Sometimes under the onslaught of “jeppers” capitulates and transfer box. The new handout is available for 340 000 rubles. The rear gearbox is more resistant. Before restyling, a 4-speed automatic transmission A343F was used, and after that, a 5-speed A750F was used. Both Aisin machines are very hardy, but require regular oil updates – every 40-60 thousand km. The first complaints about work are found after 300-500 thousand km, however, before repair it comes not soon. The original box costs 360,000 rubles.

Walking

On the front axle is installed independent spring suspension with torsion, and on the rear - a non-cutting bridge with four longitudinal levers. The first one requires attention is the front suspension. After 150-200 thousand km, ball supports (upper and lower) are surrendered, analogues run 30-100 thousand km. Original balls are offered only in the lever assembly (about 15 000 rubles). Silent blocks can withstand more than 150-250 thousand km. All without exception Lexus LX470 equipped with hydraulic suspension with regulation of ground clearance AHC, which with age begins to “capitalize”. More often the reason is in one of the sensors (12,000 rubles each): 2 in front and 1 in the rear. After 200-300 thousand km withered hydro-accumulators (25,000 rubles), or lose the tightness of the tube system. After 300-400 thousand km of attention will require and pump (from 9000 rubles). However, it often comes to life after disassembly and cleaning. After 300-400 thousand km of run can flow shock absorbers. If the replacement of the front (from 11 000 rubles) of special difficulties does not arise, then for the dismantling of the rear (from 19 000 rubles) it is necessary to cut the technological holes in the trunk floor. Over the years, the silent blocks of the steering rack attachment wear out, or it begins to leak. The cost of the remake kit is 4000 rubles, analogue - from 11 000 rubles, and the original rake - 85 000 rubles. After a while, the pump GUR can howl (from 4000 rubles). Periodic maintenance requires calipers of brakes - sour. In the future, the turn of the main brake cylinder comes - the cylinder wears out, or the electric pump fails (46 000 rubles).

Body and salon

Paint swellings can often be found on the top of the trunk door. On age-old cars, corrosion attacks the “pockets” behind the rear bumper, wheel arches, the windshield frame, as well as the lower part of the motor shield. Additional protection is required and the number stuffed on the frame.

With age, the tubes of the rear air conditioner corrose and lose their tightness. One solution is to install more durable high-pressure hoses. The cost of such repairs is from 7 to 15 thousand rubles. Some resort to a cheaper method - cut off rotten tubes and jam the rear circuit (about 4000 rubles).

Sometimes the electronic unit responsible for lighting in the cabin, lighting the rapids, control of the hatch, steering wheel, side windows and a rear windshield wiper. The cost of the new block is from 26 000 rubles. Fortunately, it is often restored. Failures also occur in the VGRS control unit - it can be repaired.

For individual LX 470, a service action was held to replace the SRS unit located near the driver's seat. The cost of the new block is from 28 000 rubles.

Engine

• There are samples that rolled 1.5 million kilometers without serious repairs.
• It must be changed every 100,000 km.
• A little later rots and burns muffler (from 7000 rubles).
• Inevitable and repair of the starter – crumble bearings of bendix.
• Access to the starter is difficult – you need to remove a lot, including the intake manifold.

Transmission

• Many owners of the Lexus 470 note the appearance of a noticeable backlash in the transmission after 200-300 thousand km.
• It is described as a knock (hit) that occurs when gas is added during coasting.
• This is the total backlash in the slit joints: hub flanges, SRUS, satellites of the front gearbox, drive shaft, transfer case and rear gearbox.
• Completely remove the backlash, you can only replace all slit joints, which costs space money.
• Especially acute problem was for owners of pre-restyling Lexus LX 470.
• But the repairs are not coming soon.

Walking

• After 300-400 thousand km of run can flow shock absorbers.
• In the future, the turn of the main brake cylinder comes - the cylinder wears out, or the electric pump fails (46 000 rubles).
• For the restyled Lexus 470 with VGRS (variable speed steering system), a service action was organized to install a safety bracket (3,000 rubles) and replace the intermediate shaft of the steering column (if necessary / 73,000 rubles).
• The bracket prevents the fallout of the stopper and the separation of the steering shaft - there is a knock and backlash when rotating the steering wheel.
• In conventional services, the problem was solved by installing a clamping.

Body and salon

• On age-old cars, corrosion attacks the “pockets” behind the rear bumper, wheel arches, the windshield frame, as well as the lower part of the motor shield.
• With age, the tubes of the rear air conditioner corrose and lose their tightness.
• The cost of such repairs is from 7 to 15 thousand rubles.
• Some resort to a cheaper method - cut off rotten tubes and jam the rear circuit (about 4000 rubles).
• Failures also occur in the VGRS control unit - it can be repaired.

Many Lexus LX470 have behind them more than one hundred thousand kilometers. Yes, up to 300-400 thousand km of serious problems are practically not encountered, but after time takes its toll. And given the cost of individual units and assemblies, sometimes you have to give a lot.

• Engine: There are samples that have rolled back 1.5 million kilometers without major repairs.
• Transmission: Many owners of the Lexus 470 note the appearance of a noticeable backlash in the transmission after 200-300 thousand km.
• But he often comes to life after cleaning and cleaning. After 300-400 thousand km of run can flow shock absorbers.
• Body and interior: On age-old cars, corrosion attacks the “pockets” behind the rear bumper, wheel arches, the windshield frame, as well as the lower part of the motor shield.

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