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Following a recent inspection at the dealership’s service department, the service advisor identified abnormal inner edge wear on all four tires. Upon further investigation, it was confirmed that the toe was out of specification on both the front and rear wheels. The service advisor recommended replacing all four tires and performing a 4-wheel alignment. He noted that it was unusual for all four wheels to be out of alignment, especially considering the vehicle has fewer than 10,000 miles, suggesting that the vehicle was misaligned directly from the manufacturer. As a responsible vehicle owner, I have fulfilled my obligation by promptly raising this issue with Lexus professionals. I brought the car in as soon as I noticed an abnormal noise and change in driving quality. In addition, I have had all regularly scheduled maintenance performed by Lexus-trained technicians at the dealership. Despite my adherence to Lexus' maintenance guidelines, this issue was neither identified nor addressed during my previous service visits. It is evident that the root cause of the abnormal tire wear was a manufacturing defect that should have been detected during Lexus’ quality assurance process before I purchased the vehicle. Furthermore, the failure to identify the misalignment during routine maintenance reflects a lapse in the service quality I expect from a premium brand like Lexus. I appreciate that Lexus Corporate has agreed to cover the alignment cost of $179.95, but I find it unacceptable that Lexus will not cover the $2,285.08 cost for tire replacement and installation. Given the clear connection between the misalignment from the factory and the resulting tire damage, Have anyone else had alignment issues on their new LC 500? I would advise anyone planning on buying a new LC 500 to have the dealership check all 4 wheel alignment before purchasing.

2009 ES350 Sunglasses compartment suddenly wouldn't open but I was able to pop it out. How do I put it back in? I don't care if it won't work. I just want it there.

Can anyone give me step-by-step on how to replace missing lower door molding on subject vehicle? I got the part from the dealership (75735 33051 A1) but don't know how to install it.   Thanks for your help!

I know this thread is old but this for anyone coming across it now, like me. So about the brake caliper interference with the castle nut, just undo the two lower ball joint bolts and lift and move the entire hub out of the way, just don’t over-extend it, brake lines are still on and so is upper control ball joint. will be more than enough clearance to get a socket and impact there and get the tie rod castle nut out. yes, the tie rod end is to be facing upwards. to get it out, you’re kinda stuck with the options mentioned, hammer or joint puller. hope that helps with issues with outer tie rod for anyone here years later 🫱🏼‍🫲🏽

This might help someone. the immobilizer for the 99 lexus ls400 was behind and to the left of the stereo. then tested wire with  multi-meter in the kick panel and door. the color code for the immobilizer I found on the wiring diagram. For me to with my old aching shoulders. Final done