Lexus LS400 Camshaft Petrol Engine 1UZ-FE 1305450010

The Lexus LS400 1UZ-FE Gasoline Engine Camshaft is an original part from the Camshafts group, designed for use in a V8 gasoline engine. Thanks to its factory-designed cam geometry and precise manufacturing, it ensures stable camshaft phasing, which translates to smooth engine operation and optimal performance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1305450010
• Mark: Lexus
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1305450010
• Substitutable numbers: 1305450010
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Category: Camshafts

Intended Use and Function in the 1UZ-FE Engine

The camshaft presented here is dedicated to the 1UZ-FE gasoline engine used in the Lexus LS400 model. It is responsible for precisely opening and closing the valves at the correct moments of the V8 engine's operating cycle, which is crucial for proper cylinder filling with the fuel-air mixture and efficient exhaust gas expulsion.

This component operates in the timing system on the left cylinder head, working in conjunction with the timing chain, lifters, and valves. A correctly selected and functional camshaft helps maintain the engine's factory performance parameters, reduce vibrations, improve idle smoothness, and preserve adequate dynamics across the entire RPM range.

Construction and Technical Characteristics

The camshaft in this configuration has been specifically designed for the gasoline engine, with a cam profile tailored to the characteristics of the 1UZ-FE unit. The arrangement of the cams, their shape, and their relative angular positions are optimized for:

• stable cylinder filling at low and medium RPMs,
• maintaining adequate power in the upper RPM range,
• ensuring correct exhaust emissions with stock engine control.

Thanks to its factory origin, the camshaft maintains correct dimensional tolerances, which facilitates installation in the cylinder head and cooperation with other timing system components without the need for additional machining.

Vehicle Placement and Compatibility

This part is intended for installation on the left side of the engine, in accordance with the factory engine layout in the Lexus LS400. Correct placement is important for both proper camshaft phasing and compatibility with the timing gear, chain, and control elements.

Due to its dedication to the gasoline engine, the camshaft works with the fuel and control systems characteristic of this unit, allowing for the retention of stock ignition and injection maps without the need for ECU software modifications.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Using OEM Parts

The offered camshaft is a used part, originating from the original Lexus production line. The use of OEM parts in the timing system is particularly important, as this area of the engine operates under significant mechanical load and requires precise geometric parameters to be maintained.

Choosing an original camshaft for the Lexus LS400 allows you to:

• maintain the factory performance parameters of the 1UZ-FE unit,
• minimize the risk of timing issues,
• ensure predictable engine behavior across the entire RPM range.

To better understand the benefits of using original, used components, we recommend reading the article on the quality and safety of OEM parts, which details the technical and economic aspects of such a solution.

Expansion and Modernization of the Lexus Timing System

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the engine area in your Lexus and require other parts from the same group, such as additional camshafts, cooperating gears, or other valve control components, check the available parts in the Lexus Camshafts category.

Summary

The Lexus LS400 1UZ-FE Gasoline Engine Camshaft is the right choice for users who want to restore the proper operation of their V8 engine while maintaining factory parameters. Its original origin, suitability for the gasoline engine, and designation for the left cylinder head make it a technically safe and predictable solution in operation, especially for Lexus's precise, multi-valve units.