lexus114

^^^ 2018 NX F Sport ^^^

i have the digital speed read out on mine?

i can tell you according to several ase certified techs i have spoken to. all claim it should have premium fuel. the 87 octane thing is pure marketing/sales tactic. re; your question on using 87 octane it wont really hurt it. but it is not going to run like it has the potential too.

A 3004 :o

I believe to hold the button for just a few seconds after the windows or sunroof are cycled is indeed the reset procedure I just did this today because it was not automaticly stopping when in closed position. Turn your key on,press and hold the tilt switch. The moon roof will tilt up,close,open all the way,and then close all the way at which point you release the switch and your finished.Its called the initial programing process or something.

There's been a lot of discussion in this forum about the transmission woes of the RX300. Since it is likely that your trade-in value will suffer from the condition of the transmission, the least expensive route is obviously to have the transmission repaired (check with Lexus if Lexus USA might help or assist in the cost - they refused for me but might consider it given your mileage and if you always serviced the car at Lexus). If the rest of the car is in very good condition (likely considering the low mileage for the age) and you (or your wife) really like it.... I would recommend you keep it. But then - what do I know about the future>?? And make sure they use the updated planetary gear set.

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=...qvYEBg3I9TZlcxw And another possability > (quoted from RonsRX) Double check the hose that comes off the airbox. It can appear to be connected to the airbox, but is really disconnected from the tube that runs to the rear of the vehicle.

re setting the ecm after cleaning might be a good idea as well.

Right,but the GC is almost a 40 weight. With a CST of 12.1

Good point newton. Are you a BITOGER TOO/..... :D

Do you mean spark plugs? I'm a car noob. If I need to replace the plugs (very unlikely), and clean the MAF sensor, any idea how much will it take? I don't want to go to the dealer any more. Thank you! What grade fuel are you using?

Just curious: why would you want to try German Castrol oil when so many good oils (syn. & dino) are available here? Honestly, the fact that these motors are a hot running motor. And I like the idea of the added protection the GC offers. I`m using PP (Pennzoil Platinum) right now. Then I might try it. The people in the first generation RX swear by it.

I`m thinking about trying it in my 05. I tried it in my 01 RX 300,and the cold engine performance seemed to suffer a little. The 330 is supposed to have better oil passages etc. what do you guy`s think?

I really like the smooth ride you get from Monroe`s. I have used Monroe`s in my past vehicles,and alway`s a nice ride.

Thanx for the reply. I`m sure you can tell that I just needed a little re-assurance.

Okay,as you all probably know by now I have a 2005 RX 330 AWD w/62,000 miles on the clock. Here is what I`v done so far: Synthetic PP,(yes I went from yellow bottle to the platinum) Amsoil Synthetic oil in the trans,changed the pcv valve,air filter,cabin filter. The only thing I need done is the transfer case/rear differential oil changed. And I would like the power steering fluid flushed. So,I called my dealer to set up a 60k service,(the original owner bought it their) $540.00 to do mostly everything that I already did? I was caught off guard and made the appointment. Then last night I started thinking to myself "am I crazy?" Since all I basically need done now is the power steering,and the diff/transfer,I may as well go to my mechanic right? I was looking at it as having the 60k service done in the vehicles record`s for selling time,but I`m not so sure this is worth it? What do you all suggest?

The thing that alerts me is,The fluid is suitable. Not recommended. I'm not sure what you are trying to say. You dont recommend Syn ATF? and that the Toyota T-IV is suitable. We know what Toyota ATF is suitable, its oem.. i'm asking if people of their experiences with Mobil 1 Syn ATF. Do you have any such experiences? No Synthetic is fine,I`m using Amsoil in mine right now. it`s the "suitable" part on the Mobil-1 bottle that I`m talking about. Suitable strikes me as "it`s okay to use" but thats all.

Mine is Canadian built, and it`s just fine eh. :D

The thing that alerts me is,The fluid is suitable. Not recommended.

Sounds like your brake light switch.Not exactly sure where it`s located though. Might want to inspect under dash,by the brake pedal.

Actually,thats very good millage outa those tires!

You eventually will,It`ll be across the board sooner or later.

Thanx NC,I have thought of doing what you suggested.The only part I`m not understanding is why didnt they use these on the early models? Better engineering I suppose right? BTW,did you drop your transmission pan yet? I`m curious as to what filter is in their metal or paper.

As the title say`s,I am planning on doing a few drain/fills on the trans. and on this 2nd generation RX,it has plastic covers beyond just the front one (oil filter location). Now every time I drop the trans fluid,I have to take down the cover (I know their is a hole their) But it just lets the fluid go every where.My 2001 RX only had a cover under where the oil filter is,(so much nicer that way) so drain and fills took 10 minutes. I know Mercedes-Benz uses these covers and they claim it keeps the air flow directed through the radiator better (or something) less loss of flow under the vehicle or what ever.I already removed that stupid cover in the engine compartment that covers where you check the power steering fluid.And guess what? the fluid was low! No tech ever bothered to remove it to check the fluid! (So you guy`s may want to check out your`s) I am seriously considering removing the covers from the initial one under where the oil filter is (I would still use that one) to where it goes under the vehicle.What do you all think? bad idea??

What do you suggest? every 3000 miles?