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:o I just noticed a scratch on my dashboard close to where the dash meets the windshield. It looks like it is scratched down to the white substrate material. I am probably the only one that would notice this, but being the anal person I am, want to somehow cover or blend the scratched area. Any suggestions, if they made a gray shoe polish - this might work to help "blend" the blemish into the surrounding dash. Anyone ever try blending or covering scratches in the vinyl? Welcome your suggestions. Thanks. fz.

I wonder if Toyota/Lexus offers a roof storage system that is compatible w/ their OEM roof rack? Is there an official web site that lists Toyota/Lexus parts? A 100 lb weight limit would not be a problem - just want to put some additional luggage into sometype of lockable weather tight closure. Thanks. fz.

Need to add some additional storage capacity to my LX using the OEM roof rack. Has anyone purchased a weather tight, lockable-type container that mounts to the factory roof rack. I have seen Yakima brand storage systems mounted on top of some other SUVs, was wondering if Yakima or any other manufacturer made some sort of storage for our LX's? Thanks. fz.

Update - After having my LX all week, I received a call from Lindsey Lexus of Alexandria VA informing me the vehicle is ready to be picked up tomorrow. Below are what I wanted them to check-out along w/ their diagnosis and corrective action: 1. Rattle from inside dash heard on jarring-type bumps / diagnosis was windshield cowling contacting the windshield at the very bottom of the windshield between the nav center and passenger side / corrective action was to install a shim (material unknown at this time) to isolate the two pieces. Explains why the rattle was not heard when the vehicle was wet - the water acted as a damper/lubricant between the two pieces. 2. Vibration felt on floorboard at 2800 rpm / diag. was the transmission cooler line tapping against the underside of the frame / correction action was to re-orientate the line slightly and secure to prevent contact. This is according to the service advisor. I will find out tomorrow if both problems were truely resolved when I drive the LX home. Hope this helps anyone who may have a similar concern, will report back to you - hopefully w/ closure! ;) f.

Thanks JPI - wonder if my dealer will be able to do anything Monday when I take the LX in? Maybe will have to wait until the TSB - has the 'fix' been designed yet? Do you know anything about the noise coming from within the dash that I mentioned several posts ago? Have a safe an Merry Christmas - frank.

Welcome ispnetguy! I have an appointment w/ my dealer this Monday. Primary reason for visit is a rattle coming from inside the dashboard behind and to the right of the navigation center. Sounds like something is loose inside the dash, not a squeek such as two pieces of material rubbing. Makes the sound when I hit a joilting or jarring type bump. Here is something very interesting - the noise does not occur when it is raining and the vehicle is wet - in fact, even after the rain stops, as long as the vehicle stays wet, the noise can't be heard - but once the exterior dries off, the noise comes back! Wonder if it could be associated w/ the cabin air purification system? Is there a mechanism that redirects the flow of air when it is wet out to avoid sucking-in water into the cabin (?) Anyway, I am going to ask the dealer to take a second look at the vibration - suggestions on how to proceed welcomed :) Thanks and will keep you updated. frank.

I don't think its a tire balance problem. Definitely feels like a trans/drive line root cause. The vibration that I feel is noticeable immediately before the trans shifts into a higher gear and/or on long grades where to maintain speed the vehicle stays at 2800 rpm. It is very slight, but definetely different than the other rpms and shifts where it is otherwise smooth as silk. My dealer has told me the technician, while in for my 1000 service last month, drove another 2004 LX for comparison and it felt the same as mine...was he just telling me this to avoid further compliants from me - first response to my post would indicate this problem is inherent in the LX and GX 470's...maybe JPI can elaborate on his experience with this vibration. Thanks.

I am new to this forum. :D Just purchased a 2004 LX470. Have a question. I notice that at around 2800 rpm's (regardless of vehicle speed) there seems to be a very slight vibration. Feels like a transmission or drive-line vibration which can be felt in the floorboard and the floorboard only. The vibration is not present at lower rpm's nor is it present as you pass above the approx. 2800 rpm mark. Is this inherent in the vehicle - maybe having something to do w/ the all wheel drive? Appreciate your feedback - Thanks and I look forward to membership in the forum. fz.