1998 Lexus LS 400 Starter

135,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DARLENE KHAN
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My husband is a great shade-tree mechanic, so we are wondering if he would be able to replace the starter on our Lexus. His other mechanic friend gave him a phone consultation and said on this model, you have to take apart the manifold to get to the starter. Most garages will charge at least $250 labor to do so. Your thoughts?
Oct 7, 2009 at 4:40 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Yes intake must be removed it goes for 4.6 hrs. labor so at a $90 per hr shop rate $250 is a bargain
Oct 7, 2009 at 5:03 AM
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