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Theresa Posted on Jan 12, 2014

1997 Lexus LS400 wiring problems when it's wet outside

My 1997 Lexus LS400 won't start so I replaced the battery and it was good for a few days, then the lights got dim and wipers quit so I replaced the alternator it did good for a while now it's doing the same thing. It's worse when it's wet outside. My power steering fluid was leaking on the wireing harness also.

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Insure the drive belt is turning the alternator properly. When it is wet outside the belt will slip quite a bit more if it is not tensioned properly. Also ....the ground from the battery post to the engine block needs to be checked to insure a great connection. Any resistance in the ground cable OR the positive cable from the alternator to the positive post of the battery will cause your issue....dampness will make these issues worse.
Would check output of alternator when damp/wet outside...and find a tech that KNOWS how to perform a voltage drop test on the battery cables and the alternator output wire that goes back to the battery.

Hope this helps!

Scott, Porsche Master Tech. 35 years

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SOURCE: 1998 ford explorer 4.0 sohc alternator wiring harness

'exploded look at steering wheel of ford explorer for repacking airbag. Plus the cruise control button dont work,
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  • Posted on Apr 02, 2009

SOURCE: how do I can replace the brake lights in Lexus LS400?

Hi there,You'll have to pop the trunk and peel back the carpet to access the bolts or plastic tabs to remove light assembly in order to get access to the bulbs Have A great day..

I’m happy to assist further over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/joe_a3369546f8067589

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Apr 22, 2009

SOURCE: 1987 Suzuki Samurai alternator wiring. No original wire harness

yes the b goes to the battery.

http://bbs.zuwharrie.com

heres the site for you.. we have all the answers.

http://www.acksfaq.com/diagram_color_86-88_sam.htm

i drew this up a while back. it could help you out alot.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 23, 2009

SOURCE: 1993 Lexus LS400 acceleration stalls or surges

I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH MY CAR. 93 LS 400. THAT WOULD BE YOUR FUEL FILTER OR THE FUEL PUMP GOING BAD. TRY CHANGING THE FILTER FIRST. THE DEALER TRIED TO CHARGE ME $980 TO CHANGE FUEL PUMP.

Francis Mason

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  • Posted on Nov 11, 2009

SOURCE: 1991 lexus ls400 power steeing slowly got hard to

Check the power steering fluid level.

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