A knocking May be Noted From the Engine Under Certain Conditions: Lexus LS460 Transmission & Drivetrain

Problem overview

A knocking sound may be heard at idle, when the air conditioning is off and the automatic transmission is in "Drive". Several changes have been made to improve this; a computer software upgrade, revised valve lash adjusters, and a redesigned timing chain are all available to try and correct this concern.

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4 model years affected

Average mileage: 78,031 miles

(53,000 - 117,255)

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A knocking May be Noted From the Engine Under Certain Conditions on Lexus LS460

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