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Idler Pulley Replacement Service

How much does a Idler Pulley Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Lexus GS460 Idler Pulley Replacement is $234 with $139 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2008 Lexus GS460V8-4.6LService typeIdler Pulley ReplacementEstimate$393.35Shop/Dealer Price$480.44 - $702.34
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What is the Idler Pulley all about?

An idler pulley is responsible for guiding and maintaining tension with the drive belt. The drive belt (also called the serpentine belt) connects the engine to various components of the vehicle (such as the air conditioning, power steering, and alternator). Power is transferred from the engine to these systems via the drive belt. The belt is held in place by the idler pulley, which keeps the tension on the drive belt and guides it.

Keep in mind:

When an idler pulley is replaced, it’s a good idea to replace the drive belt as well.

How it's done:

  • Inspect engine for noises
  • Inspect the drive belts
  • Spin the pulley
  • Replace the pulleys if found bad
  • Check for proper operations of the belt

Our recommendation:

Any time that drive belt maintenance is performed on your vehicle, the idler pulley should be examined. Idler pulleys usually wear out with time, so it is a safe precautionary procedure to have your idler pulley replaced during any drive belt servicing.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Idler Pulley?

  • Noises from the engine
  • Warning lights are on
  • Loss of power steering
  • Car is overheating

How important is this service?

The idler pulley is responsible for keeping your drive belt aligned, and for maintaining the tension in the drive belt. The drive belt is used to transfer power from the engine to the alternator, power steering, and air conditioning, among other systems. If the driver pulley starts to degrade, the drive belt will be less efficient, and your vehicle will be liable to overheat or run poorly. If the idler pulley fully breaks, the drive belt will no longer work at all, and your car won’t run.

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Lexus GS460 V8-4.6L - Window is not working - Gilbert, Arizona
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Lexus RX350 V6-3.5L - Idler Pulley - Norfolk, Virginia
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10 years of experience
Lexus RX350 V6-3.5L - Idler Pulley - Miami, Florida
Extremely knowledgeable! Showed up before the appointed time. During the diagnosis, Armando walked me through everything he'd be doing during the repair process. It was obvious that Armando's main goal was to get my SUV back on the road as quickly as possible. I will definitely be booking Armando again!

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Lexus RX350 V6-3.5L - Idler Pulley - Dallas, Texas
Lewis was great at fixing my tensioner pulley and also did a thorough inspection of my car! I will definitely be using YourMechanic from now on!

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