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Dark Horse

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  1. Hello All, Any suggestions on what's most compatible for an 13 RX350 please? I'm going to place an order at rock auto.
  2. Hello All, Can anyone recommend a good, reasonable, quality, independent facility in the Orlando area? I need to have a 90K service on my RX, and I'm not taking it to the dealer.
  3. Possibly, one or more of the tires has a steel belt that has been separated. When one of the steel belts separate it falls out of alignment with the rest and creates an abnormality. They can look or feel like a "knot" of sorts. The remedy is to replace each tire that has separated belt(s). If you can place the car on a lift with the lift pads set on the frame, you can slowly roll each tire to see how it tracks visually. If you notice a variance on one (or more), you should be able to feel it with your hands. Worn out front end components can also make it "wobble" at slow speeds. I'd check the tires first.
  4. Hello All, Is there an optimum brand of leather "treatment" that works best for the 2013 RX350 with heated/ventilated seats please?
  5. I may have gone into the information center and reset it there (hers has navigation). Typically, after correcting the tire pressure it recalibrated after driving a short distance.
  6. Update: Sent my ECU out for repair (took 3 weeks) $400.00. I had an independent remove and reinstall the ECU. I wasn't able to drive it very much thus far today, but it shifted tter than ever since I've owned it. I thought the $130.00 I was charged by the shop to R & R and take for a test drive was too expensive. However, I didn't ask in advance like I normally do. I was the one that determined this what was causing my problem. Anyways, glad to have my car again.
  7. Hi Everyone, Here is what I've deduced about my issue (many others with the same issue). It is an issue with the ECU. You need to replace it, or rebuild it. I'm very convinced this will correct my transmission issue. I'm looking into having it sent out to be rebuilt. There is a Lexus corporate CSP ELL service bulletin that allows 18 years or up to 150,000 miles to have a warranty repair.
  8. There may be a potential software update from the delaer. Iwould check with them first.
  9. Hello All, I was able to take my LS430 to the independent shop I use. They extracted a code P0751 "Shift Solenoid A Stuck Off" as my problem and advised me to contact the dealer, as this is a inherent problem. Anyone know anything about this "recall, or technical service bulletin, or campaign" please?
  10. Greetings All, Just today while out doing errands, coming to a stop, when the transmission downshifts to second gear and first gear while braking I'm feeling a very noticeable clunk. Upshifts are smooth and normal. Has anyone experienced such, and can they share the remedy please? This is on my 2005 LS430 with 164K. I'm attempting to establish if this an external joint (as in universal) issue, or internal transmission issue. Any input would be most appreciated.
  11. Hi All, Quite a variance in temperature this weekend. Of course, tire pressure as well as batteries are sensitive to outside temperature fluctuations. My wife informed me yesterday that the low tire pressure monitor light illuminated on the dash of her 2013 RX350. All 4 tires were down about 4 psi each, and the spare was down 21 psi. We have the optional 19's. I corrected the tire pressure in all 5 tires. However, unlike all other times this has happened, the light has failed to reset (shut off). Is there another reset button? Any suggestions? No event occurred other than a change in weather temperature, and we have 85K miles.
  12. Follow Up: I have maybe another 5,000 miles on the tire before they get to the wear bars. In full agreement on the Michelins. I've resolved all my issues except the RF parking sensor (minor scrape on corner), and the rear shade driver actuating arm is disconnected (I turned this off).
  13. Hello Everyone, I bit the bullet and purchased a 2005 LS430 with 129K today (black/black). It's a no accident, 2 owner, FL car with so so service records according to it's CarFax. I bought this car despite knowing that it has issues. RF Parking sensor announcement every time I stop. Radio volume seems to be is extremely limited. Rear sunshade does not deploy. Cruise control inoperative. Marginal tires, etc... It's been a tough 2 years financially (actually 10), and I'm between jobs now for 2 months. Any suggestions on where to start to remedy the problems with the car would be most appreciated.
  14. Hello All, The right side tail/brake light is out (in the trunk lid). There is a small plastic access door. I can't see how I can extract and install a new bulb, as the access outlet is quite small. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance!
  15. I have 154K on the car. The belt was done at 90K. The water pump was replaced at 50K (before I got it). I've owned since 70K. I agree, typically do the pump, cam and crank seals along with the belt. The clear coat is eroding on the roof and starting on the hood. The driver's seat has tears and I need something that looks better. Jade mica with a tan interior. I plan to sell after the repair. I have to look into pricing. Orlando. Lost power for 5 days and weakened my wooden fence for the backyard. We were very fortunate, and I am ever so grateful. Thank you for your guidance.
  16. Hello All, Is there a "better" aftermarket water pump brand that is more compatible for the 2000 LS400? Quite certain of noise from the bearing on mine. Sending it to an independent Tuesday AM. My first time using this company.
  17. Hello All, I understand you can't diagnose a problem without testing. Yesterday, driving my 2000 LS in the morning my check engine light turned on while in motion. No change in car's behavior. I put 6 gallons of regular unleaded (by mistake, as I always use premium) the night before after work. There was about a 20 degree temperature variance from Friday to Saturday morning. I've owned this car for 12 years, and the check engine light has only come on once before. The dealer checked it out and replaced the gas cap, or gas cap seal. When I got to my destination Saturday morning I checked the gas cap. It appeared to be on tight. Should I just drive the car to see if the light goes out? I guess what would be best is to have someone check the trouble code. Any ideas on an approach? I work every day, but Sunday, so my time is limited.
  18. Happy Thanksgiving All! I'll need front brake pads soon for my 2000 LS400. Can anyone recommend anything aftermarket that matches Lexus pads from the dealer? I have used Rock Auto before. I wondered if there were pads for sale on Rock Auto that offer the same quality as "Lexus" pads. Pads that don't produce noise and excessive dust.
  19. Re-manufactured Denso alternator installed Friday. Working great so far. The power steering leak is coming from a hose near the pump. I am gong to ride it out for now. Thanks to everyone on this board. You people are great!
  20. Agreed. 4 1/2 years ago it got really cold and the car was parked outside. When I started the car the power steering was noisy, and it needed fluid. The Lexus dealer told me one of the hoses was leaking (seeping) $2,700 repair. When I asked why I could not detect any fluid on my garage floor, the dealer said it was leaking on the "frame rails". I have had to add minimal fluid since then. It could be possible the leak has all of a sudden gotten worse and that is what took out the alternator. I'll find out once the alternator is replaced (Denso to arrive today). I'll ask the person replacing it his thoughts.
  21. I am grateful for all the input from everyone. I have a power steering hose seeping fluid. Don't think this will affect the replacement alternator. I know the power steering pump is on top of the alternator. Ordered a Denso alternator from rockauto.com. I am having a technician from another division in my company install it when it arrives. I shall post the results.
  22. Hi Craig, Thank you for your input. I've read where others recommend a Lexus re manufactured alternator. Is the Denso just as good? The Lexus one is $352 wholesale. There is also a plastic connector for $8 that plugs in the back of the alternator. I'm told that the connector could be the cause of the battery light coming on, as well because the alternator won't charge. If it needs an alternator I'll gladly go with the Denso if it is just as good as an OEM. Yesterday, I had my car brought to a repair facility that I was referred to close to my new job. They said they should know something by noon today. I'll post they find.
  23. Bob, I have cleaned the terminals already. The car shut off due to a discharged battery (I surmise). I trickle charged the battery for and hour and it started. Battery symbol came on again. I called a neighbor and drove the car over to him. He put a meter on the battery and said the alternator was not charging. Today I am going to make calls to find out about pricing. I've got to try to fully charge the battery and hope it doesn't completely discharge while I am driving to the repair facility I choose to use. I have read that the way to go is a factory alternator.
  24. Hello to all, Can any of you counsel me on a matter? 2000 LS 400 with 143,000 miles. After an 8 mile ride pulling into my garage the red battery picture light illuminates. Car has had no issues starting and has been starting as usual since battery replacement 04/14. This morning, starts up normally no battery light and pull car out of my garage to clean a mild amount of corrosion on battery terminals. After doing so, car starts up normal, but my steering wheel doesn't drop, A/C does not turn on, and VSC check come on information panel. I shut off and restart. Steering wheel drops and A/C comes on, but with multiple warning lights on dash. I start to drive and engine starts to shut off intermittently. Then it shuts off altogether. I try to restart, but key just turns with no engine cranking. The car stopped running the next street over from my house. There was no power to roll up the driver's window, so I put a trickle charger on it. I was able to close the window and I still have it charging.. FWIW two weeks ago, one of my 3rd brake light bulbs went out. I did'nt have a 921 LL, but had a similiar smaller bulb. The similiar bulb works, but has a lower brightness and trips the information center with "Brake Light Failure". I can't see how this would be related, but you never know. I just haven't gotten around to getting the right bulb. I surmise some type of low voltage issue, but what depleted the battery so quickly? My local dealer in FL is very expensive, and I just found meaningful full time employment after a couple of years, so I am no where near being flush. I am grateful for any input.
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