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Toyo makes Nitto tires and they use the same rubber to make Toyo tires.

Hi Jerry.....welcome to the Club I wonder if when the alternator was replaced that they removed a Suppressor from the old unit and it never got fitted to the new one. A Suppressor works by cutting out any interference from the alternator and it could well be that the audio system cuts out when it encounters excessive white noise coming through? Alternatively, it could be the Radio Frequency Lock is switched off (the one which auto-tunes the frequency as it changes when you drive out of range, etc)

Hi Kevin.....welcome to the Club I would say that is just surface corrosion and it hasn't taken hold to much. However, I would factor into the price the cost of having the underside completely Waxoyl treated which will neutralize the corrosion and also protect it for the future. The Waxoyl should also be injected into the chassis rails and legs and also into the body panels as well Let us know how it all goes

Hi Cheryl.....welcome to the Club These are the economy figures below and yours is definitely running low on mpg figures. I would recommend servicing the engine to ensure that everything is running efficiently....engine oil and filter, speak plugs, check leads/coils, fuel and air filter. If these components have been replaced recently or you can replace them shortly then this may bring the mpg back to where it should be. Also, check you tire pressures are correct as this will drag the economy down 2007 Lexus RX 400h 4WD Personalize Find a car Hybrid Vehicle 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios) Compare Fuel Economy EPA MPG Premium Gasoline 26 combined city/highway MPG 27 city 25 highway 3.8 gals/100 miles

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Is there anything jamming the mechanism....examine underneath to see there is nothing dropped in there. Also if the motor clicks every time you operate the switch then chances are it is jammed by something in the mechanism

It may be that if the car was subjected to a cold spell and the fluid froze then this could lead to a fuse blowing to protect the pump when operated. Worth checking the fuse first and then proceeding from there

The mic can be routed around the headlining and windscreen area inside the car to end up somewhere relatively close to the drivers head. As it is being tucked behind trim parts it cannot be seen and looks neat. Not sure about a USB port though

It sounds like it needs to take an average over a time period and will eventually settle down and display the correct information once it has taken driving styles and conditions into account

Hi.....welcome to the forum. As far as preventative maintenance goes, I would replace anything that looks under par, such as filters that look old, belts that are perishing, same with tyres. All of these can be done over time and lead to a better and more economical and reliable drive.

It is located in the engine compartment (on the left-side), under the covers.

I would try selling it as I'm sure someone would want it at a good price

I wouldn't say that wire relates to the alternator charging but it is definitely worth crimping it back in and see what happens. if the belt is squealing then this would more than likely be the reason for low alternator output as its not efficiently driving the pulley. jumping idle speed is not related to the alternator I wouldn't think. So, tighten or replace the drivebelt and reconnect the loose wiring.

Here's some info on the GS300 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lexus_GS#2000–2004

Useful video guide, thanks!

Hi MIke.......welcome to the Club Two options really....find a bulb that is compatible or splice the new bulb holder into the existing wiring loom. Probably best to find a replacement bulb in the long run Let us know how you get on with it

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I would choose Toyo over Hankook, but more personal choice than anything (not particularly impressed with Hankooks in the past). Toyo, good pricing, durable and excellent grip (feedback from friends who have stuck with Toyo over the years)

That's a tough one....worthy of taking to another mechanic who can check all other eventualities without committing to replace expensive parts: A quick Google search does suggest other issue including engine faults (is the oil level low, is the engine clogged up with carbon) all of which are valid and worth checking first