mcfancy Posted November 26, 2005 Share Posted November 26, 2005 maybe some of the experts may have an idea on this. when i make a right turn upa steep incline (eg driveway to a shop ctr) i hear a loud clunk sound from the rear end. any thoughts. i havea 2004 rx330. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booyah Posted November 26, 2005 Share Posted November 26, 2005 Funny, I got the same thing and know exactly what you are talking about! I started a thread twice with NO responses or concerns--I took out another vehicle months ago and it did the same thing so I dont know what it is but seems they all do it??? This summer Im taking my Mechanic on a ride and let him hear it himeself as he has found nothing loose in the rear. And its always a right hand turn just like you described:) weird huh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booyah Posted November 27, 2005 Share Posted November 27, 2005 See what I mean..seems no-one has this problem but its there...Ill bet ya Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcfancy Posted November 27, 2005 Author Share Posted November 27, 2005 Funny, I got the same thing and know exactly what you are talking about! I started a thread twice with NO responses or concerns--I took out another vehicle months ago and it did the same thing so I dont know what it is but seems they all do it??? This summer Im taking my Mechanic on a ride and let him hear it himeself as he has found nothing loose in the rear. And its always a right hand turn just like you described:) weird huh! ← im concerned becauase it sounds like its from the axles area ; my spare is tight and its definitely a noise from the carrage...any otehr experts out there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rx330driver Posted November 28, 2005 Share Posted November 28, 2005 Well my rx330 does not have this sound coming from the rear axle but my 2002 is300 does. It happens when I turn into a driveway, sounds like something with the suspension, like the coils. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patrnflyr Posted November 28, 2005 Share Posted November 28, 2005 Mine does the exact same thing! However, I got someone in the very back and did it. They said it's between the rear hatch and the rear body. I'll take it into the dealer sometime soon just to have them look at it. It's very easy to reproduce so it should be fixed easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booyah Posted November 28, 2005 Share Posted November 28, 2005 Yes it easy to reproduce, it sounds like the strut topping out or something, but very noticable on RT hand incline turns? Does it do it doing a left hand turn...check it out? Let us know what the dealer finds out because I want to get this fixed, but I cant do anything now because of all the snow. Like I said I took out a loaner 04/05 cant remember and it did the same thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booyah Posted December 7, 2005 Share Posted December 7, 2005 Any luck with this guys?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcfancy Posted January 11, 2006 Author Share Posted January 11, 2006 Partynr....did u learn anything about the problem....anyone else?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grumpa72 Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 Partynr....did u learn anything about the problem....anyone else?? Not to give anyone the idiot treatment, but have you removed all of the tools from the tray under the plastic liner? Have you tried removing the spare tire and cover just to eliminate them as possible sources? Sometimes the obvious things are overlooked. Sorry if this offends anyone or you have already done it. Gary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcfancy Posted January 12, 2006 Author Share Posted January 12, 2006 Partynr....did u learn anything about the problem....anyone else?? Not to give anyone the idiot treatment, but have you removed all of the tools from the tray under the plastic liner? Have you tried removing the spare tire and cover just to eliminate them as possible sources? Sometimes the obvious things are overlooked. Sorry if this offends anyone or you have already done it. Gary whre are the lexus masters when we need them???help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RX330inTPA Posted January 14, 2006 Share Posted January 14, 2006 Are you sure the clunk is coming from the rear? As Booyah describes, I started hearing a noise in my '04 RX FWD when I would turn the steering wheel to the right or left, about 2/3 way. Thought it sounded like it was coming from the rear, but after closer listening it was coming from up front. Turned out the suspension, believe it was the strut tower, was coming in contact with the cowling underneath the hood. Have them check the upper strut bolts which tend to come lose due to body flex. The cowling will shift as a result. Problem was definitely reproducible, especially after the car had sat for half an hour or so, and the service manager had no problems reproducing it either. If you are sure it is coming from the rear, it may be a similar problem. Maybe my service techs are just plain good, but your dealer should be able to locate any noise you can hear if you can tell them how to reproduce. B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valgus Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 I am quite familiar with this problem. What everyone should be aware of is that all and I repeat ALL 2004 and 2005 RX 330's are affected by this problem because it is an inherent problem with the design of the vehicle. If you say your's doesn't do it, its just because either you haven't noticed it or you haven't experienced the conditions that cause it to happen. Specifically this is a thumping from the rear hatch when going up a banked curb such as on a drive way. I have only ever heard it when making a right hand turn. If you make a left hand turn to get up your driveway, chances are you won't hear it. It is not from the suspension, trust me, I had mine replaced when I first noticed this and it had no effect. After this, I had a very sharp technician road test with me and we noticed that the noise fails to occur when the hatch is left open (try this at home). We looked even closer and noticed that at the very instant that the noise occurs, the hatch gets dislocated out of alignment for a brief period and then goes back into place....hence the thump. The problem is that when the vehicle undergoes torsion (twisting) force, there is only one anchor point at the base of the hatch, and hence it pops out of place for a brief moment and makes a thump. Once the vehicle levels out again, it goes back into place quickly. We all have this problem and should all be complaining to our dealerships about it otherwise they won't have an incentive to fix it. I am curious as to how much money Lexus has lost replacing suspensions that were not faulty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booyah Posted January 17, 2006 Share Posted January 17, 2006 Nice, I will have to try it with the hatch open:) Im sure Lexus will not do anything for it though--who knows Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booyah Posted July 14, 2006 Share Posted July 14, 2006 I am quite familiar with this problem. What everyone should be aware of is that all and I repeat ALL 2004 and 2005 RX 330's are affected by this problem because it is an inherent problem with the design of the vehicle. If you say your's doesn't do it, its just because either you haven't noticed it or you haven't experienced the conditions that cause it to happen. Specifically this is a thumping from the rear hatch when going up a banked curb such as on a drive way. I have only ever heard it when making a right hand turn. If you make a left hand turn to get up your driveway, chances are you won't hear it. It is not from the suspension, trust me, I had mine replaced when I first noticed this and it had no effect. After this, I had a very sharp technician road test with me and we noticed that the noise fails to occur when the hatch is left open (try this at home). We looked even closer and noticed that at the very instant that the noise occurs, the hatch gets dislocated out of alignment for a brief period and then goes back into place....hence the thump. The problem is that when the vehicle undergoes torsion (twisting) force, there is only one anchor point at the base of the hatch, and hence it pops out of place for a brief moment and makes a thump. Once the vehicle levels out again, it goes back into place quickly. We all have this problem and should all be complaining to our dealerships about it otherwise they won't have an incentive to fix it. I am curious as to how much money Lexus has lost replacing suspensions that were not faulty. Had to find this thread again...lol But you are EXACTLY correct with the hatch being OPEN and taking the turn it does not do it--problem solved if I want to drive around with my hatch open all the time :P . NOW, has anybody had this fixed or is it unfixable? Glad someone figured it out finally--but can we eliminate is the question Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rx330driver Posted July 14, 2006 Share Posted July 14, 2006 i heard they had a tsb out for this on the rx400h. Probably able to find it, let me check if they have one for the 330. here it is... Rear_Gate.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booyah Posted July 14, 2006 Share Posted July 14, 2006 Awesome...thanks! Think Ill head over there now:) That thump is not to big of a deal but has always bugged the crap out of me every time I drive it and turn into my subdivision!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booyah Posted July 14, 2006 Share Posted July 14, 2006 So whats the differance in these Gas struts they replace on each side(Im guessing thats what they are) More pressure? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arens Posted July 15, 2006 Share Posted July 15, 2006 My wife just got her 2004 RX330 back from the dealer. There was a loud popping noise/feel coming from the right front during some sharp right hand turns. I know they replaced the hub and a few other parts due to some binding. Not sure on the specifics because I didn't pick it up and their paperwork is severly lacking on details. My only gripe with them is they tried to get us to pay for an alignment after the work was done. The Assistant Service Manager eventually caved and they did the alignment for free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
showster Posted June 8, 2008 Share Posted June 8, 2008 I have a 2005 Rx 330 with 47K on it...just traded in my 2000 Rx 300. Love the Rx 330, however noticed a popping noise when making a left hand turn at slow speed....it does'nt do it all the time. Any clue on what it could be? Also noticed noise (when traveling over a bumpy road) like something is loose under the transmission selector housing? Taking it to the shop on Monday...still covered by warranty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RX in NC Posted June 9, 2008 Share Posted June 9, 2008 A popping or clicking noise originating from under the front axles when turning the steering wheel usually indicates that one of your CV joint rubber boots has failed (cracked open) and allowed all of the lubricating grease to escape. After a while, the metal-on-metal friction causes the CV joint to fail. This is a common problem and the common fix is simply to replace the axle assembly with a rebuilt unit, good as new. The typical cost from an independent service facility will run around $200 to $250. If you let your dealership do the repairs, expect to pay twice that much.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
showster Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 A popping or clicking noise originating from under the front axles when turning the steering wheel usually indicates that one of your CV joint rubber boots has failed (cracked open) and allowed all of the lubricating grease to escape. After a while, the metal-on-metal friction causes the CV joint to fail. This is a common problem and the common fix is simply to replace the axle assembly with a rebuilt unit, good as new. The typical cost from an independent service facility will run around $200 to $250. If you let your dealership do the repairs, expect to pay twice that much.... Lexus dealer stated it was a strut problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaggieFlo Posted January 8, 2020 Share Posted January 8, 2020 My 2002 Lexus RX 300 is making a bumping noise when I drive and turn only to the right. My husband has replaced the wheel bearings, struts, new tires and lateral linkage and sway bar links and it is still happening. Any ideas what it could be? It feels like it’s under the vehicle but hard to tell if it’s front or back. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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