LexusTech383

Why has nobody mentioned a driveshaft vibration? This concern has shown up on the GS new models as well. Mention this to your service advisor. Chris

I am having the same issue. Did you find out what is was? My gs300 is still under the 4year/40k mile warranty so I'll have it checked out. Thanks First noise sounds like a bad tire or wheel bearing, have it checked. The clicking noise can be fixed by installing a front brake pad "Fitting kit" the dealer will know this terminology. The third, "pebble" noise sounds like clattering, Are you using anything other than premium fuel? These cars hate low to mid grade fuel. Also, I recommend an induction cleaning, should be offered by your dealer.

False, that is the proceedure for programming the wireless entry portion of the programming. The vehicle's immobilizer still needs to be programmed. (computer needs to recognize the new key) The particular Lexus dealership that I work at has a computer program to re-flash the computer to accept the new key. This proceedure pays 2.0hrs labor.

You cannot compare these two vehicles in any way... the catera was a catastrophy. Lexus makes a great vehicle.

Buy your key online and have them program it... You will need a Lexus scan tool to program the key, there is no alternate method that I am aware of. Most of the time, they will do it under warranty anyway.