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  1. Sorry for the delay. Tire pressure is at 30 psi. The only reason I feel or think I am experiencing a stiffer ride is there is a noise that comes from my left dash board only with my summer tires on (or a pot holes in the winter). Seems to disappear with the Michelin Pilots. Either way, for the money, its a good tire.
  2. I just installed the Primacy on my car. had to replace the first set after a week due to a shake. They balanced them twice and still couldn't get rid of the shake. 2nd set worked like a charm. They are quiet but ride is slightly stiffer. Maybe just me. I had my winter michelin pilots before the primacy. the pilot ride is amazing but expected I think from a winter tire. I would recommend the Primacy. Good price and not a bad tire at all.
  3. SWO is right. Stick around here. These are all nice people who are willing to help. Only beeping I have ever heard is when i take a corner too quick in the snow and the car slides on me. Just a warning the wheels are slipping which is a great feature. Give's just the extra bit of time to react if you happen to not be paying attention for a second. I would run it out to the dealer. Tell them your not pleased and they always jump for me. Good luck!
  4. That's what I am thinking as they fixed this in the 08s. It is a 2007, hence my ID. However the tranny was replaced in 2009 (january to be exact) Did the 08's get there brake issue resolved? Wind noise?
  5. Hello All, On my second tranny due to the 2nd gear flare and its happening again. I live in Canada and the other morning was cooler than it's been so far this fall. The second gear flare is very much there and worse then my first tranny. I am calling the dealer today but I know they will reset my computer (again) which does fix it for a short period of time. My warranty is almost up (80,000km). Has anyone else been through this on tranny #2? Should I insist on tranny #3? or live *BLEEP*ed off at Lexus till this car is gone? BTW. Warm today and no flare. If winter didnt last for 5 months here, I may live with it. Hate to say this, but I know I have cost Lexus some new business by talking to friends, clients etc about these issues. Lexus has surprised with great service and surprises me with issues I didnt expect from a lexus. 1) Wind noise (only on very warm days) thank god those are few an far between in Canada 2) 2nd tranny same issue 3) brakes (when i back up, i attrack elk) 4) replaced amplifier (CD player would not connect) I do love the ride and look and the service area at lexus. I am there a fair amount, I may just get invented to the Xmas party I hope all you fine folks are not experiencing the same issues. No car is perfect, I just didnt expect this. Didnt have any issues with the last 3 honda's we owned over the last 15 years.
  6. And oh, got it at the dealer and installed by the dealer. Its mounted somewhere in the truck that i have never seen. I'm very happy with mine
  7. Lexus does offer that unit. I had the external antena mounted on the rear brake light INSIDE the car. Works great. reception has never been an issue. The Sat radio is displayed like my radio display. I paid about $400.00 Canadian.
  8. i am stating the obvious. If i was alone with my issues i would totally agree but how many threads must we read about all the same issue as mine. 1) tranny issues (mine replaced at 25,000km) 2) wind noise 3) brakes (my pads are fine but had 2 rotors replaced by dealer who agreed this damage couldnt possibly happen with normal wear and tear) Service from Lexus 2nd to non. These people know how to serve thier customers. I guess based on all the reviews, magazines and forums on past models this didnt quite meet my expectations. I like my car, its a good car, interior quality is unmatched, ride is nice, no car is perfect but these issues are alittle too common and i guess i expected lexus to meet reliability of my Honda which so far it hasn't.
  9. i bought a good set of Michelin Alpine tires and problem solved. i havent been stuck since and I live in southern Ontario (snow hell) i was in shock at what snow tires did. Mind you it set me back $1200.00 with tax but i am traveling faster and safer. Its icey today and not even the ice is stopping me. Snow tires still slide, so watch your speed, but traction is now a non issue.
  10. i had the exact same problem. The ES is aweful in the snow. i was getting stuck and passed by everyone. I will get winter tires now but i dont think thats is going to completely solve the problem. tires need to chew through some of that snow to get grip, but if the car doesn't let you, you sit there. TRAC needs to be shut off in some situations, we just have to figure out how to do it or this car is truely useless in snow. I am not talking even alot of snow either. i looked in the manual to see if pulling the TRAC fuse would do it but its linked to several other systems, so i dont think thats a good idea. if anyone can help with what to do that would be great.
  11. hey guys. we all have been down this road in the past. old threads are plastered with wind noise issues. I have had them from time to time. nothing like this sounds like though. but it is a design flaw. Only happens to me on very warm days (lucky i live in Canada) I have had the dealership hear and look for where its coming from and we are all at a loss. Its there, not all the time, but im forced to live with it. I like my car but i will be seriously looking at Acura or Infiniti next time around. Only for the reason people ask me about my car and my response is "its ok" i dont get the same response from TL or G or BMW owners. I drove an Accord before this and was half the money. Have a hard time saying this is twice the car. It is almost twice the money. If you took my features of UL package away from me, i cant say the car is outstanding in comparison. Interior quality i dont think i could match with Honda or Acura, but ive never bought a car based on the feel of leather. The stereo is, lets face it just OK. reading the threads on ML, i'm not alone. Nothing i couldnt get for a grand or grand and a half. i have had to replace my tranny and still get a flare on my new one just not as big of one. All said, not what i expected from a Lexus. I was recently was called by Lexus and asked if i would recommend it to a friend or family and i had to be honest and say no. It not just due to my cars issues. i know 3 people (2-07's 1-09) and we all feel the exact same way. they are options in this class of car and i would have to say this car does not place first unless you are soully looking for a softer ride. Tire issues, brake issue, tranny issue, wind noise issues. 4 more them my old cheap honda. Been reading other blogs (Acura, Infiniti and BWM) and im just not seeing the problems as often. They are problems like with all cars, just not the same general feeling about thier purchase. Personal opinion of course.
  12. Come up to Canada. last dealer meeting my rep was told there are 50 within an hour drive of my home. all UL packages. i see move with out the roof then with but I think there are a lot of them out there.
  13. Regardless of your mirror switch setting your rear shade should go down in reverse. You have a problem, insist the dealer fix it.
  14. heres the fix. I did it however i only set it to 2 instead of 3 as suggested in this link. worked fine. i've had not one complaint since http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums/index...mp;#entry280086
  15. Big difference. Had a loaner and just love when i got my car back. Feel comfort etc is much different. Plus cleaning and appearance after time the UL looks like new as i can see the other age quickly.
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