So I installed a JDM motor and kept the accompanying ECU and harness.
Motor did not start and I sent it to a local shop to see if they can fix it. if they want to charge a reasonable amount then fine. If they try to rob me then the motor comes back, I will put the old harness and old ecu on...
Thanks for the response. I will get a code reader and see what it says. Will also call some local shops and maybe pay $$$ to have them work it out. I'm way over my head when it comes to electronics.
It was a considerable challenge to swap-out the motor:(. So I have have some money to date.
OK, so I swapped out the motor and connected all the stuff and everything looks correct.
I insert key in ignition and all electronics (dash, radio, etc.) come-up as if ready to start.
I'm not sure if I have auto shifting in proper set-up so maybe this is an issue.
So I put a jumper into the...
In a separate thread I asked if a 1uz could be installed in place of a 3 uz.
I have decided to stick with the 3uz based upon feedback here and elsewhere.
I'm planning on buying a motor on ebay (yikes seller has 100% feedback though).
Perhaps you could give some advice on the following...
Hi,
I have posted a similar post over at club lexus and I found this site there.
My 2003 LS 430 with 220K miles was driven 30 minutes by my wife without fluids and stopped running. It was re-startable but had zero power. Did a compression test and here are the results:
Driver Side front...