1990 Lexus LS 400 shifts sometimes

1990 LEXUS LS 400
256,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JT.JAYLEN
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some times the car will shift but if not it will just stay in first gear.the safety neutral switch make a loud click when i in gage the break also the reverse like comes on the dash!
Feb 3, 2008 at 7:45 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Sounds like the trans position switch is going out in it. The click is normal, shift-lock to keep it frrom being put into gear without brake applied
Feb 4, 2008 at 1:41 PM
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LOSTINMARS
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common older ls400 problem.

go back in the trunk. on the driver's side trunk hinge there are some wires. these wires are broken and rubbing up against each other. repair the wires and you'll be good to go.
Feb 4, 2008 at 8:18 PM
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