1 UZ-FE performance upgrade w Temp Sensor replacement?
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Just wondered if anyone in the SC400 clan has noticed this same phenomenon as many of us LS guys??
Not any real rear wheel HP to speak of ofcourse but a marked improvement in driveability!
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Part # 89422-20010 Sensor
Not any real rear wheel HP to speak of ofcourse but a marked improvement in driveability!
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls4...ange-pics.html
Part # 89422-20010 Sensor
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When I found mine, it was already loose from the connector. Turns out, it failed or moisture permeated inside, and was VERY corroded. After the install, I took her for a quick spin. I did not remove the ECU fuse during the removal/install because I wanted to see the results without any benefit of the ECU reboot.
Results were smoother idle and powerband. Quick acceleration. I am now a believer. Thank you CL, jasonburt and Zoraone.
Results were smoother idle and powerband. Quick acceleration. I am now a believer. Thank you CL, jasonburt and Zoraone.
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ill test it. i dont have anything better to do tomorrow. haha.
the ECU will retard the timing because of knocking with ****e gas. resetting the ECU will rid that and give you a little boost in performance.
the ECU will retard the timing because of knocking with ****e gas. resetting the ECU will rid that and give you a little boost in performance.
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Fairly certain the part # I left is correct for your 95.
I used this same part # on 90, 94 & 96 LS 400's.
That is a toyota oem part #. There is some debate on the LS Forum as to the performance of the cheaper aftermarket sensors.
I used this same part # on 90, 94 & 96 LS 400's.
That is a toyota oem part #. There is some debate on the LS Forum as to the performance of the cheaper aftermarket sensors.
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I bought a BWD , coolant temp. sensor, made in the USA, from Advance today, $29.95. The parts guy told me over the phone it was a Borg Warner, but it dosent say that anywhere on the box. It did not come with a gasket, and the parts guy informed me that none of the BWD sensors do. It also says its a Z series. Should we use any sensor safe silicone or teflon tape to avoid leaks? I havent taken the old one out yet to see how the fact. sealed it. Good catch on needing a deep well socket, as I keep some tools at a diff. location 19mm... The part # was a wt653z the invoice refers to the part as a radiator switch, but of course I told the guy i wanted a coolant temp. sensor. BTW, with my A.C. on today I noticed a lot of sluggishness pulling away from stop signs, and a jerking in O.D. at 1400- 1600 RPMs. Hope this part helps.