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Rachel, I'm guessing there is a loose solder joint somewhere either in the cluster or at the main computer if the light doesn't come on when you turn on the ign. before you start the car. If the smog people could check for codes I would think that result should be good enough to pass your RX. The traction control is probably just a sensor if it stays on. You can also have auto zone or etc. reset the codes for free. Good luck.

If this is a stock radio I would replace it with a used one from a used parts yard. The price shouldn't be too high given the year of your rx. Probably a capacitor or etc. gone bad, not worth trying to chase it unless you are a electronics geek.

You are correct. timing chain on 2007 & up 3.5 engines . Hybrids ???

There is just too much we don't know about this diagnosis to even make an intelligent comment . Not having any more info than presented I would be quite skeptical of this diagnosis and would at least get another opinion from a Lexus or Toyota dealer. Another option is a good independent mechanic with the proper equipment.

I bot my 2nd key from a good reputable seller online and figured since I saved some money this way, I would have the dealer program it for me. It works perfectly, and I didn't waste time trying to circumvent the right way to do it. For what it's worth.

I'm quite sure your cable is either rusted or bound up with junk on it. You will have to completely unwind it and clean it

I would think a 1 owner engine would be properly maintained so that issue would not have happened. Since it did, I would have it professionally inspected before I would buy that vehicle.

I also had a 2007 RX350 and liked it quite a bit. If it was I, I would reinstall the mirror and try to figure out how to tighten it up and try to get an acceptable setting. I know they're not cheap,, but they made quite alot of them, so you should be able to find the correct mirror at a parts yard. At worst you could have it painted to match your car. As with any older vehicle you can spend just about as much as you want, depending on how nice you want it to be.

Hi Dawn, I have Nexen n'fera tires on mine and like them pretty well, given the good price for them. My next set will probably be Hankooks as they are on my Trailblazer and should get a little better mileage. The Nexens will get around 35 to 40k miles. Good luck!!

I bot a complete set of toyota Highlander lugs from a parts yard, and threw the locking nuts away. The Highlander nuts are longer and look very nice. I don't regret not having to deal with those lockers a bit.

As I own the same vehicle as you, here is my take. Altho my nav unit works as intended, I found it to be one of the most cumbersome units to operate, and unless you have paid the ridiculous price to have it upgraded, the maps are outdated. Do yourself a favor and get the Wayz app on your smartphone. It works real well, and is always up to date. Or you can buy a Garmin on e bay. They also work very well. As a Lexus dealer once told me, Lexus builds cars quite well, but not nav units.

Clearly an in-dash issue, either a mechanical door issue or a computer glitch. U will probably need a dealer to diagnose it.

Tammy, Glad U have resolved some of your RX issues. If U would like, keep me posted of anything that crops up in the future. (email servison@mchsi.com)

Some of these garages seem to be like politicians, no scruples at all. Too bad. I used super glue with a brush, and had to hold each part for a minute or so until glue set up. Of course U know the timing belt is most important when it's due. 100k I believe at the most, possibly with a water pump, (while they're in there) All the luck.

Tammy, Sorry I did not think to question your garage's bad strut diagnosis, as I figured after 200k they would need replacing. I have 103k on mine, and have never driven a car over 130k. My rr boot has also has splits in it, but since replacing the boots require removing the strut, I just got busy with some super glue and went after it. It is somewhat tedious, but has held up and much cheaper than having struts removed. I, like another poster, mostly stay on paved roads, so am not worried about much dust or dirt. Glad U got a second opinion.