HybridDon

I have had my auxiliary battery replaced twice in my 2006 RX400h at about a 2 year interval. Before replacing it, I tried to charge it myself, but it would only charge for 10 minutes on the charger, then the charger indicated a charged state, and then the battery would die soon after that. I had to reset the windows, seats, and navigation computer too. Both times, the dealer tested the battery and said that the battery did not pass the load test and needed to be replaced. The battery is rated for 84 months and when you replace the battery, it is suppose to be prorated, but their idea of prorating is that it is covered 100% for the first 2 years and then only 50% after that. They charged me $145 to replace it a second time because my battery was 2 years and 9 months old. I think that this is outrageous especially considering that I was stranded and because this is an expensive car. It is too bad that Lexus will not just admit that this is a bad design and fix it. I think there should be a recall and a fix for this because it really becomes a safety issue if people are being stranded in places that are unsafe (from weather or criminals).

I tried what was listed on the IS forum and it worked greatjava script:emoticon(':)', 'smid_11') :). Using software rather than hardward to override it is better from the standpoint of not affecting the airbags. Of course, one still needs to always buckle-up, but this sure helps with the passenger seat triggering the alarm with the slightest amount of weight! http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums/index...mp;hl=seat+belt Here is an example to turn off the seat belt warning: 1. turn the key to the ON position (press Start 2 times), foot off the brake 2. cycle the odometer with the trip reset button until the ODO is displayed (not trip A or B ) 3. turn the ignition to the LOCK (OFF) position 4. unbuckle the driver's seatbelt if it was buckled. 5. turn the key to the ON position (Press Start 2 times). when the dash lights have come on, press and hold the trip reset button and count a slow 12 seconds. (editor's note, hold it more like 30 sec) 6. while still holding the trip reset button, buckle the driver's side seatbelt. 7. the odometer display should read "b ON" or "b OFF". toggle the beep OFF with the trip reset. 8. the process should be completed when you unbuckle or turn the key off

I have a 2006 RX400h and everytime I put either my laptop, my daughters school books, or some camping stuff on the front seat, the seat belt light goes on and the bell rings for awhile. If I put the car in reverse and then drive again, it starts all over with the bells. This gets especially annoying when out on a camping trip with the kids making their own noise. Does anyone know what to unplug or jumper to override the passenger seat without affecting the airbag controls?