Dead Battery?
#1
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Dead Battery?
Driving last night and my radio signal seemed to scramble, then the radio died...even the lights turned off on it.
Strange.
I turned it back on, and it was ok for 5 minutes. Then the same thing. Dies.
A few minutes later I get a check battery light, and the interior lights (center console) seemed to flicker...
I drove home keeping the revs above 1,500 (putting it in neutral at red lights to do so), and as I was parking the check battery light came on again (keeping revs above 1,000 would keep that check battery light off).
Without calling CAA (AAA in the US) and getting the battery tested and replaced, anything else I can look into?
I think the alternator is ok as it was charging the battery somewhat...but I don't have a multimeter to check either one on my own
Strange.
I turned it back on, and it was ok for 5 minutes. Then the same thing. Dies.
A few minutes later I get a check battery light, and the interior lights (center console) seemed to flicker...
I drove home keeping the revs above 1,500 (putting it in neutral at red lights to do so), and as I was parking the check battery light came on again (keeping revs above 1,000 would keep that check battery light off).
Without calling CAA (AAA in the US) and getting the battery tested and replaced, anything else I can look into?
I think the alternator is ok as it was charging the battery somewhat...but I don't have a multimeter to check either one on my own
#2
Driving last night and my radio signal seemed to scramble, then the radio died...even the lights turned off on it.
Strange.
I turned it back on, and it was ok for 5 minutes. Then the same thing. Dies.
A few minutes later I get a check battery light, and the interior lights (center console) seemed to flicker...
I drove home keeping the revs above 1,500 (putting it in neutral at red lights to do so), and as I was parking the check battery light came on again (keeping revs above 1,000 would keep that check battery light off).
Without calling CAA (AAA in the US) and getting the battery tested and replaced, anything else I can look into?
I think the alternator is ok as it was charging the battery somewhat...but I don't have a multimeter to check either one on my own
Strange.
I turned it back on, and it was ok for 5 minutes. Then the same thing. Dies.
A few minutes later I get a check battery light, and the interior lights (center console) seemed to flicker...
I drove home keeping the revs above 1,500 (putting it in neutral at red lights to do so), and as I was parking the check battery light came on again (keeping revs above 1,000 would keep that check battery light off).
Without calling CAA (AAA in the US) and getting the battery tested and replaced, anything else I can look into?
I think the alternator is ok as it was charging the battery somewhat...but I don't have a multimeter to check either one on my own
#4
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Update:
Connections checked. They are ok.
CAA checked my battery, it is a Kirkland 700CCA and 2013 model. It checked out too....
CAA guy says it's probably the alternator (damn).
Car starts on it's own.
Thoughts?
Connections checked. They are ok.
CAA checked my battery, it is a Kirkland 700CCA and 2013 model. It checked out too....
CAA guy says it's probably the alternator (damn).
Car starts on it's own.
Thoughts?
#5
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Thread Starter
Repair Pal estimates (although not for GTA Toronto Canada) ~$400-$554 for an alternator replacement...
Alternator Replacement for your 2000 Lexus LS400 near 14174
RepairPrice EstimateTM
$391 to $554
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How much should I pay?
Estimate includes:
Labor
$86-$109
Parts (excludes tax & fees)
$305-$445
Alternator Replacement for your 2000 Lexus LS400 near 14174
RepairPrice EstimateTM
$391 to $554
Customized for your location
How much should I pay?
Estimate includes:
Labor
$86-$109
Parts (excludes tax & fees)
$305-$445
#6
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Thread Starter
Called Toyota.
Alternator is a Lexus only part.
~$800-$900 for the PART alone.
Toyota recommended an aftermarket part lol.
Calling my mechanic next to see if he can get an OEM or aftermarket.
Oy vey.
Could it be something else?
The CAA guy says the charging system seemed to cut in and out.........
Maybe I just need a better diagnosis (could be wires or connections at alternator maybe?)...
I'm not a car expert so any advice is greatly appreciated
Alternator is a Lexus only part.
~$800-$900 for the PART alone.
Toyota recommended an aftermarket part lol.
Calling my mechanic next to see if he can get an OEM or aftermarket.
Oy vey.
Could it be something else?
The CAA guy says the charging system seemed to cut in and out.........
Maybe I just need a better diagnosis (could be wires or connections at alternator maybe?)...
I'm not a car expert so any advice is greatly appreciated
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Called Toyota.
Alternator is a Lexus only part.
~$800-$900 for the PART alone.
Toyota recommended an aftermarket part lol.
Calling my mechanic next to see if he can get an OEM or aftermarket.
Oy vey.
Could it be something else?
The CAA guy says the charging system seemed to cut in and out.........
Maybe I just need a better diagnosis (could be wires or connections at alternator maybe?)...
I'm not a car expert so any advice is greatly appreciated
Alternator is a Lexus only part.
~$800-$900 for the PART alone.
Toyota recommended an aftermarket part lol.
Calling my mechanic next to see if he can get an OEM or aftermarket.
Oy vey.
Could it be something else?
The CAA guy says the charging system seemed to cut in and out.........
Maybe I just need a better diagnosis (could be wires or connections at alternator maybe?)...
I'm not a car expert so any advice is greatly appreciated
#10
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Ebay is a terrific source of Denso (OEM) alternators. Rebuilt (just as good) will save you considerable money. I imagine there are Canadian sellers as well as US sellers. I don't know if overnight or 2 day shipping will push the price higher than locally sourced alternators. IMO it's worth looking into.
#11
Called Toyota.
Alternator is a Lexus only part.
~$800-$900 for the PART alone.
Toyota recommended an aftermarket part lol.
Calling my mechanic next to see if he can get an OEM or aftermarket.
Oy vey.
Could it be something else?
The CAA guy says the charging system seemed to cut in and out.........
Maybe I just need a better diagnosis (could be wires or connections at alternator maybe?)...
I'm not a car expert so any advice is greatly appreciated
Alternator is a Lexus only part.
~$800-$900 for the PART alone.
Toyota recommended an aftermarket part lol.
Calling my mechanic next to see if he can get an OEM or aftermarket.
Oy vey.
Could it be something else?
The CAA guy says the charging system seemed to cut in and out.........
Maybe I just need a better diagnosis (could be wires or connections at alternator maybe?)...
I'm not a car expert so any advice is greatly appreciated
I've seen alternators on ebay for about $100. Maybe an hour of labor to change it. $250 ballpark for the whole job. Unless you do it yourself.
Last edited by aptoslexus; 08-24-15 at 09:05 AM.
#13
Maybe it's the alternator. In 37 years of driving, I've replaced one. Battery connection is at the top of the list. I've had no crank/no start situations from battery connections that looked ok. After cleaning, instant crank and start. Just because it looks ok, doesn't mean it's ok. Most of the time, it's the connection at the battery.
#15
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Thread Starter
Great advice! Thank you!
Update,
CAA already tested the battery and pointed towards the charging system (alternator) as suspect.
My mechanic tested it without me telling him what's wrong (let him figure it out independently).
He stated it was a bad alternator as well.
Found me a new one for $350.
Now Lucille the Lexus is good as new!
Thank you very much team CL!
Update,
CAA already tested the battery and pointed towards the charging system (alternator) as suspect.
My mechanic tested it without me telling him what's wrong (let him figure it out independently).
He stated it was a bad alternator as well.
Found me a new one for $350.
Now Lucille the Lexus is good as new!
Thank you very much team CL!
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