I’ve read a ton of amazing expertise on the forum here over the last year. Hoping someone can offer some direction for me.
I’m original owner of 2000 LX470 with 197,000 mi.
I purchased new globes from Japan and had my long time Lexus mechanic do the install. Went from 7 ticks to 12-13 ticks and truck feels more solid and stable. Still feels harsh on expansion joints and alligatored asphalt, but better than before. Front and rear pressures both improved but Accumulator pressure dropped from 10.7 to 8.6. See pics.
Before the work I could go from L - N and N - Hi quickly. Maybe 7- 8 secs each. Now it’s much slower. 16 secs L - N and 16 secs N - H.
My first guess is the post-install bleed to remove any air wasn’t done enough? Can I focus on partial bleeding from the Accumulator alone, or will I need to also bleed all 4 corners? Or do a full bleed and replace AHC fluid completely again ...in case the pump got some air? Is there a best position (L or N or H) to have it in when partial bleeding?
Or is there another gremlin that could be the issue?
Many thanks to any and all for your insights and advice!
I’m original owner of 2000 LX470 with 197,000 mi.
I purchased new globes from Japan and had my long time Lexus mechanic do the install. Went from 7 ticks to 12-13 ticks and truck feels more solid and stable. Still feels harsh on expansion joints and alligatored asphalt, but better than before. Front and rear pressures both improved but Accumulator pressure dropped from 10.7 to 8.6. See pics.
Before the work I could go from L - N and N - Hi quickly. Maybe 7- 8 secs each. Now it’s much slower. 16 secs L - N and 16 secs N - H.
My first guess is the post-install bleed to remove any air wasn’t done enough? Can I focus on partial bleeding from the Accumulator alone, or will I need to also bleed all 4 corners? Or do a full bleed and replace AHC fluid completely again ...in case the pump got some air? Is there a best position (L or N or H) to have it in when partial bleeding?
Or is there another gremlin that could be the issue?
Many thanks to any and all for your insights and advice!