IS250_rookie

Also, I think there is no Snow Mode button next to the Shifter if it's FWD...not sure though.

If you can afford having different tires then go with RWD, otherwise go with AWD

I was told that both the steering link and the fuel rail where on backorder. I even called them back to make sure I heard right. So it's a wait and see sitiuation.

Try a different dealer

Well my car is an '08...so I'm sure it doesn't have any issues, but I might call them to just double check.

I have had my 08 IS for over a year already and have not received any notices in the mail for any of the above recalls? Should I go to my dealer and ask them about it

I signed up for the Owner's section on the Lexus website just to see if anything was needed. It said that there are no recalls for my car. Seems like they fixed everything up for '08...right before the facelift.

here you go

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?ti...)&minLoad=S

they are regular tires - non directional

My oil level was overfilled by a little bit from the factory. My guess is they did it in case some oil burns off in the break-in. You can see it in my DIY tutorial. My best suggestion is to do it yourself. Also, if you buy 5 quart jugs from Walmart the oil comes out a lot cheaper. I bought Mobil 1 Synthetic for like 26 bucks.($5/quart)

Thanks a lot for the great post and pictures IS250_rookie!

May I ask why the Wix 57047 filter wouldn't work? According to other posts, the RX350 (07+) and the 2IS are interchangeable as far as filters go, plus the Wix website lists the 57047 for both vehicles. Was the Toyota a different size from the Wix, as far as you can tell?

Thanks for any input you may have on this subject, as I'm looking to do a bulk order and wanted to explore my options.

I bought it from an auto-parts store, they looked it up through their computer and sold it to me...I later realized that they just go on the WIX website and see what it says. I did that and noticed that WIX offers two filters for the IS, one for IS250 and one for the AWD version. It makes little sense to me since the engine is exactly the same. Before I did the oil change, I wanted to make sure I had the right filter so that I wouldn't be screwed to find out that it's the wrong one. So I bought one from Lexus, and realized that they're completely different in size. I don't know if you can interchange them but I didn't, I just used the OEM filter and saved the WIX one for the RX350 that we have.

Also, when I'm gonna need another filter, I'll try to find out if the other one WIX offer is the same as the OEM one. If you look on their site it's #57173. From the picture, it looks the same as OEM, in terms of size.

They refer to the car as an IS 250 F-sport. Was that a package, or does it imply it has the suspension and exhaust, or what?

IS 350 AWD would be perfect, there is a lot to like about my 250 AWD, but an extra 100 hp would be incredible. ;)

No it's just an IS250 with all of the extra F-Sport Add-ons

Well at least it makes up in the slalom.

Wait so the shark fin is not standard?

Here is an excellent DIY guide for the front brake pads on the 350. Can't help you with the rotors though.

http://www.clublexus.com/forums/suspension...ng-caliper.html

and -of course- I am not using those crappy tires... right now I have Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 on my car. Allegedly the best ultra high performance tire available in the market today.

Yup those are nice. A lot of people mod their cars and go really cheap(try to save) on the tires.

They limit it because certain components could break. So if you want to go faster you would need to upgrade. Such as tires, etc.

Just read some disclaimer on their F-Sport website... if you install it yourself, you could still void the warrenty if something breaks. So it's basicly made to rip people off. And you're saying it's around 900 if the dealer installs it? I would still install them myself, there is a nice guide by Smooth1

Surely you don't expect Lexus to warranty your work.

You're right, but I still would just install them myself. I don't think it's worth paying triple the price.

EDIT: Question - Would the Eibach Pro-Kit fit on my car? I heard that 250 and 250AWD have different rear suspension.

Just read some disclaimer on their F-Sport website... if you install it yourself, you could still void the warrenty if something breaks. So it's basicly made to rip people off. And you're saying it's around 900 if the dealer installs it? I would still install them myself, there is a nice guide by Smooth1

I was very interested by the F-Sport Lowering Springs for the IS250AWD (apparently AWD and the regular IS250 have different suspension). On the Lexus website they're listed at $300. Even though they're more expensive than say H&R($220), they don't void the warrenty which is nice. But by how much do they actually lower the car? The Lexus website says 1" all around, but it's not always accurate. Does anyone have any pictures of stock vs lowered IS250? One more thing, do aftermarket springs void the car's warrenty? I heard the only way around it is to switch back to stock before doing any warrenty work.

Checked all tires. The 4 that are on the car are at 34psi. The spare is at 33psi. So there must be something with the TPMS...could it be a fuse? Well actually that won't make sense since it just wouldn't show up.

p.s.: Everytime I click Fast Reply I can't start typing right away. The window becomes like a link for some ad, and then I have to come back to the forum.

well --- surprise! I just saw in the Manual for the RX350 that, below the steering column (and above your legs) there are three buttons. The left one is - if have the option - a height control switch, the middle one is the tire pressure warning reset switch - and the right one is the VSC 'off' switch. Maybe your IS also has a hidden Tire pressure warning reset button???

I only needed this info for the RX350. Thanks a lot, I'll try that.

Yes please. I have an 07 RX350 AWD and would really like to get familiar before I due next. Thanks in advance. And no it's not a waste IMO since the engine and filter stuff have been reconfigured since the 06-->07 years.

He did the step by step. See click link under the banner in his signature?

Yeah but he needs the RX350..I'll try to do that, it's kind of cold right now..

the pics are enourmous... car looks good though

Hey thanks.

Im only going to replace one. Should I buy the Potenza again which is expensive or do you think I can replace that one tire with something different or will this look funny?

You should always have the same tires. Since the treads could be different. You don't wanna have different tires on your car. So yes, just go with the useless and overpriced Potenzas for now, unless you wanna replace all 4 with something better and sell the 3 you have left.

Checked all tires. The 4 that are on the car are at 34psi. The spare is at 33psi. So there must be something with the TPMS...could it be a fuse? Well actually that won't make sense since it just wouldn't show up.

p.s.: Everytime I click Fast Reply I can't start typing right away. The window becomes like a link for some ad, and then I have to come back to the forum.

I still think this guy is a little off his rocker.

Like I said, thats why the slogan is relentless PURSUIT of perfection. No car is perfect, a car cannot be for every person. Take the seat heaters, the reason they now have a knob vs the button they had for years was people complained about them not being adjustable enough. The new wheel adjuster is better than that knob.

They're always improving, and the all new RX looks to have many very interesting features.

Lexus vehicles have never been tech-heavy. They just aren't, they've gotten moreso but they are still light and I think thats to avoid reliability issues down the line. If you want a "gadget cruiser" buy an Acura or an Infiniti. I drove a new TL and it had so many functions, many of them useless (doppler radar on the nav screen? Come on) but gadgets nonetheless.

Until 1998 no Lexus even had a basic driver information center. The 1987 Ford Aerostar van we had when I was a kid had a driver information center.

If you're looking for a tech-car, this car isn't the one for you. If you're looking for a well made and reliable luxury vehicle with a great ride, a great finish, and good resale value with an excellent dealer network, this is the one for you.

What about the LS? Isn't that supposed to be all high tech?

Who still uses tapes? It's only useful for the Ipod/Iphone cassette adapter.

Knock it off dude.

-- Bart