RX400h

Our Lexus is 18+ years old and up until two years ago, was used every day. The leather seats are still fine. When I bought a used Mazda Miata, 13 years ago, there was a tear in the driver's fabric seat. The owner told me that it was his fault, since he had something in his back pocket that cause the damage. Perhaps your dealership suspected that a person was the cause of the tear and not simply because the seat was worn thin enough to tear.

Have you already checked rockauto.com?

I've been adding Chevron Techron at every oil change. It should help to keep the valves clean. So far, no problems.

Is your battery okay? How old is it?

It doesn't look normal, based upon photos such as this one.

Hello, Allen. So what was the service person's suggestion as to how this omission will be resolved? Perhaps it need to go "up the ladder".

I think you really need to go to an alignment shop that also is very familiar with and can replace suspension components. Our RX400h has a worn-out control arm bushing that may be affecting its alignment.

So there is no coolant in the oil? Does the car smoke all the time?

Are you saying that it TILTS to the right or STEERS to the right?

Neutral doesn't work? I'm not sure why you would want to disable VSC.

Did I mention this?..... I don't like the fact that our governments plan to force us to buy EVs. I wouldn't mind having one, as we already have solar panels and don't pay for electricity, but I think we should be able to choose what we drive (within reason).

That's good to know, thanks!

Which ones? I like radar cruise and backup alerts to cross traffic.

Being in Southern California, I have to try hard to limit my sun exposure. That's why I bought a Schwinn stationary bike. On alternate days, my wife and I walk. Vitamin C is said to protect skin from UV rays, so I take a 500mg tablet, twice a day. Having an MX5 Miata does expose me to sun, also but my rides are no more than 20 minutes.

I have to ask how you would have tires installed if your car is still in the shop. Did the mechanic already replace the caliper set and the sensor? If not, you will need to wait until he is finished before getting new tires.

Many aluminum wheels are clear-coated after painting or polishing. It is possible to clean them with alcohol and apply a new coat of spray paint, but you may not like the result. Why not ask an auto body shop person what they would charge?

Hello, Jim. Have you considered taking it to a local shop that has good ratings? I would explain the issues you have over the phone before taking your car there. They may not want to mess with it. If so, try somewhere else. I wish you the best of luck.

Hello, Rick. Over the last 20 years or so, purging air from coolant has (for some models) become more involved. Have you reviewed a Service Manual to see what steps are necessary?

I'd have to believe that the programming was not done correctly. Perhaps you can check with a different dealership.

Are there any dash warning lights? You may be able to have an auto parts store check the OBD II port for codes.

You may want to also check other seals for doors and hood. Also, it may be a good idea to check rubber hoses for adequate pliability.

Did you check the transmission fluid level? Was the fluid ever changed?

For Lexus, the engine identification number location varies by model. For example, for models like ES 250, ES 300, and GS 300 (96-03), the code is on the front left side of the engine block. For models like ES 330 and GS 300 (04-06), the code is on the engine block. You may be able to find our where yours is by speaking with the dealership parts department person. As far as I know, the VIN is not stamped or tagged on the engine.

Hi, Denise. Most likely those are from pebble damage, which is common to pretty much every vehicle. Our RX has more than a few. It happens more often when the vehicle is driven on the highway for many miles. The likely scenario is that someone did not adequately remove any residual wax/dirt before applying the touchup paint. You can have a detailing shop fill the chip voids in a more professional manner. Or you can leave them, as-is if they don't bother you too much.