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    Overhead console ambient lighting...

    Redbeard I have a 2002 LX that i am adding ambient lighting to the overhead, doors, and footwells. There is a VERY thorough write-up of the overhead conversion with 3 options. This is the link ( for those who have not seen ) DIY How to - Adding LX470 ambient lighting to 100 Series Cruiser -...
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    Prado w/ “premium sound option”: 14-pin factory stereo plug (KZJ78 and KZJ71 plus LJ78 and LJ71)

    Kgrove I'm sorry, I don't think I presented my question in the proper manner. I also believe I mixed up the labels "female" and " male" connectors. Actually, the "female " connector is what's on the wire harness in the car. (I called it a male" connector.) The "male" connector is what you're...
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    Prado w/ “premium sound option”: 14-pin factory stereo plug (KZJ78 and KZJ71 plus LJ78 and LJ71)

    erkl8872- I am doing the same type of conversion; however, when I went to the website in England, it said "Out of stock," which means it's obsolete or they no longer carry it. I emailed them to see if they have any other sources. How long ago did you do this and post your comments?
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    Prado w/ “premium sound option”: 14-pin factory stereo plug (KZJ78 and KZJ71 plus LJ78 and LJ71)

    KGrove- I am trying to do the same rewire on my 1990 Supra Turbo. It has the 14-pin white connector. My question is this: WHERE DID YOU GET THE FEMALE SIDE WITH THE PIGTAILS from? I have the Toyota part number 90980-10633 and the manufacturer's TNS 6090-0041. However i cannot locate this...
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    DIY How to - Adding LX470 ambient lighting to 100 Series Cruiser

    Ok. I bought the 3 LEXUS repair manuals (Diagnostic, Repair,& Electrical), so I'll look at them later and try to post pictures of them. I'm also adding a 2003+ overhead console with sunglass holder and LED overhead lights. I'm buying a used roof harness #821712-60652. It has the power supply...
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    DIY How to - Adding LX470 ambient lighting to 100 Series Cruiser

    I have a 2002 LX so i know it does not have a factory plug available. But, if i get that 2-pin connector from YAZAKI and the light fixture, what is the color of the wire that controls the running boards or internal lights that would power these door handle lights?
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    LX470 Overhead console removal

    Matix440: I have a 2002 LX, and I bought a 2003 Overhead console with a sunglasses holder, thinking it would be easy to swap out. Here's what I discovered after purchasing the 2003-2007 LX overhead console. I will attach photos of both so ya'll can see what the differences are and not think...
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    LX470 Overhead console removal

    I have a 2002 LX 470 with the same question and.. WHAT IS THE PART NUMBER for the newer console with the sunglass holder swing >>
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    LX470 Overhead console removal

    Hello I have a 2002 LX 470 that i too would like to replace with the "newer" sunglass holder that swings down. What is the part number for the retrofit console with the Homelink system? I assume that the circuit board for Homelink is just moved to the front section of the unit?? Does it sill...
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    Sunroof problems

    Hello I have a 2002 LX470, and I replaced the complete sunroof cable mechanism several months ago. There is a complete post about replacing the sunroof mechanism in the forum. It requires the removal of the entire headliner, trim pieces that hold up, it's a huge job, but if you follow the...
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    Antenna Mast Replacement - How To

    It's interesting that you say that it's shorter. I have a 2002 LX with an original mast that I replaced after brushing into a low-hanging branch in a parking lot. I bought an eBay replacement advertised with the Toyota part number 86337-60151. ( It was NOT in a Toyota-marked box, just a sticker...
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    Fixing the AHC from hell

    As many of you have followed my 6-month journey through hell >>>> back to Heaven .. May I make a suggestion. Regarding the accumulator removal to repair/replace a sheared bleed nipple. When it comes to those TWO rear 10mm bolts on top of the unit. IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO GET ACCESS TO THEM WITH EVEN...
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    AHC pump assembly - bench test NG

    Yes, I bought a SECOND pump sub -assy and NEVER opened it up... no need to so now I have TWO new pumps.. so if anyone is wanting a new one and don't want to pay $350+ for it, let me know, I have one for sale! It's on EBAY right now.
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    AHC pump assembly - bench test NG

    WOW! ... This sounds like the 5-month nightmare I just put to rest. ! I will write a FULL, picturesque, DETAILED account of it shortly, but to pay if forward " immediately, I will share the answer to my issue with you. I have the same truck you do ( LX-470 -2002) with 240K miles, always...
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    LX470 AHC issues - pressure sensor 1998 Vs. 2002

    Suprarxnut YES! I will write up a FULL DOCUMENTARY later, I don't have the time right now. I think the majority of the problem ( the reason for 2 Pressure switches, Two new pumps ) was because it wasn't pumping oil, was the damn RETRUN Valve was plugged.! It was never the wiring or...
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