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  1. Take it back to the dealership. There's a new bumper stay/bracket that fixes that issue. Thanks, same problem here and glad to hear that there is a fix as my wife has been on me about it for a month or so.
  2. Same problem here although phones are Sprint branded and are listed as Lexus compatible BT phones. Have tried multiple times to upload "Phonebook" "from phone" and system keeps requesting that I initiate upload and never makes it past that step. The dealer rep stated that the problem was with the Sprint brand. The rep was unable to upload contacts from the phone(s) after multiple attempts and gave up. After that I just uploaded "by voice"
  3. Cool! Actually, the "factory" stored mine in the custom tailored "glove" box. I guess I could store it in the bottom of the big spacious console but would then have take out the sliding tray, box, and the 10 lb manual in order to utilize the aux port, USB input, and power points. Gosh, if I had read the manual I would have been able to find the center console space. Thanks for the tip!
  4. I haven't seen one of those in a car in over a decade... My '06 F250 has it. Pretty handy actually.
  5. I'm speaking of towing something well within the rated capacity of the vehicle if your comment applies to the initiating post. The only added accessory I mentioned is a brake controller with a 7 blade connector--if you purchase a "towing package." This has been discussed ad-nauseam on another thread. After reading replies and comments perhaps the "void" space under the console could be better utilized if Toyota configured it with flip out hinged side "pockets" like the ones in the doors. I would then have a place to stash my trash. I too experience the performance calculator (distance to empty, whatever) seemingly having a mind of it's own at times. We did have the Lexus dealer program each fob to our preferred settings, i.e. when my wife opens the door the seat, steering, and outside mirror goes to her preference, when I open the door things revert to mine. Could it be that you are either using different fobs or having both in close proximity at the same time? One additional item came to mind the other day while on a toll road. I left my EZ-Pass at home and needed change for a toll. Yes, I know that there is a small tray next to the shift lever that I could throw extra coins in; but one of those spring loaded coin holders for nickels, dimes, and quarters would be nice.
  6. Our 2010 doesn't have "Nav" package but nevertheless has backup camera. I would ask for price reduction. Just as an aside... I decided against Nav system because a new fully loaded Garmin comes with Blue Tooth, Audio Player, newest maps, Traffic monitoring for life, rerouting, lifetime map upgrades $120, installed camera, Lane Assist, and plenty of other features plus it can be used on multiple vehicles or placed in pocket. No, it isn't as pretty as the built in system but seems like a better deal than paying 4 grand for one as the Garmin was only $369 or so online.
  7. Our 2010 beeps when locking the doors so perhaps it's a programmable setting. Just had dealer set system where all doors unlock when unlocking driver's side. At first thought due "safety" issues perhaps it was a good thing to only have driver's side unlock. But after 3 months use decided it was more practical to have all doors unlock.
  8. Being a three month owner of the 2010 (bought it for my wife) the following are areas we find have room for improvement: No integrated brake controller although we paid for a "towing package" upgrade. I've discussed this on another thread Flat 4 pin trailer towing electrical connector. No provision for standard 7 blade RV style connector. I've discussed this on another thread Location of 12V "Power Ports" and USB/AUX input in bottom of center console hidden under difficult to remove box and tray No external 12V Power Ports except the one in rear cargo area Box and tray in center console renders entire space practically useless Goofy void space in center console between driver and passenger legs- What the heck were "they" thinking? "Glove" box rendered almost useless due sectional interior design to hold 10 pound instruction manual - very little room left for anything else Where to store "extra" CDs or Jewel cases? See above Trip odometer very difficult to find intuitively No "ash" tray or other place to put gum, gum wrappers, etc Mostly small issues I realize, but in my opinion each could be corrected or improved during next "re-design." Love the vehicle otherwise
  9. Well, I guess I'm either blind or need a new eyeglass prescription as there is no "cig" lighter outlet nor ashtray in my 2010. There are the 2 12VDC "Power Ports" a USB and audio mini-jack located in the lower part of the center console as well as a 12V power port located in the rear cargo area. Your response prompted me to go out and take another look and nope, no cigarette lighter. Heck, even my old '41 Chevy 1/2 ton has a 6V cigar lighter in the dash but I doubt there were any 6V accessories that were used at the time.
  10. Make it three. The location of the two 12V outlets and the Aux. outlets in the bottom of the center console, requiring the removal of a tray and a box to access them doesn't make sense. If you were only plugging something in once I guess it wouldn't be much of a problem, but pulling all of the junk out to either plug in or unplug seems that very little planning and forethought was given to this power point. The issue of "snaking" wires out of there and draping them over the console just doesn't fly with the other "attention to detail" areas of a fine vehicle. The USB port, being located in the same area, requires a flash light and a bit of contortion to insure proper orientation prior to "plugging in." How much nicer things would be if Toyota would have simply reversed the orientation and mounted the outlets flush on the outside of the center console and perhaps added one to the front dashboard (and one to the rear of the center console) would have been nice. These are "Power Outlets" now, not cigarette lighters--no need to hide them just because there is no "ash" tray.
  11. Attached are photos of the "Dealer Installed" receiver hitch on my 2010. and . Note the Roto-zip cutout of the lower wind valance. Interestingly, there used to be a PIO "Port Installed Option" (which was discontinued in June 2009) for the receiver hitchm but now the "Build your own" states that you should check with your local dealer for pricing.
  12. Exactly. I have of course contacted Lexus about this, as mentioned in my last post. The whole reason I'm asking my question here is because someone else has more than likely made the modification and perhaps would be of some help. And yes, we do get plenty of folks ask if they can tow the teardrop with their Harley; my general response is "yes, but I doubt you could stop it." This trailer is easily towed by PT Cruisers, small wheel based Jeeps (the Willie's style) and other small vehicles so I doubt it would be much of a strain for the RX which do make a striking pair in my view :D Thanks,
  13. Part of the reason we purchased the 2010 RX-350 AWD was the rated towing capacity of 3500 pounds and the excellent service provided by our former Lexus. The RX-350 is heavily marketed as having a 3500 pound towing capacity and I would bet it is a bit more difficult to purchase one without the towing package than with. My view, in conclusion, is that Lexus would be more libel to a law suit should a trailer within the specs was in some manner responsible for either a wreck or power-train damage. I find your logic a bit difficult to digest as it would be difficult to argue that an integrated brake controller would somehow degrade the safety of the vehicle. The whole purpose of electric assisted brakes is to give the tow vehicle a break so to speak. The vehicle in the photo is a 2010 RX-450h and is towing a Camp-Inn Ultra which weighs in at about 1200 pounds loaded. The owner lives in Canada and had a shop install a brake controller just beneath the driver's right knee. With that information I know it can be done, I was just hoping for some insight here on the Lexus Owners Club. During the purchase process of my 2010 RX-350 I specified that I wanted a Lexus receiver style hitch installed which it was. My fault entirely in assuming that there would be provisions available to seamlessly wire in a brake controller and 7 blade "RV" style electrical connector. When taking delivery of the vehicle I was astounded that the Lexus dealer had perfectly butchered the wind valance while installing the Lexus receiver hitch. Apparently they used a Rotozip or Dremel tool to make a crude cut-out in the lower valance for the hitch to protrude through. Upon follow-up I was told by the Lexus dealer that that is the way it is done. Not the Lexus attention to detail I am accustomed to by far. I too have a Camp-Inn Ultra which has electric brakes installed. The RX-350 was our choice to tow this teardrop when not taking the Harley Road King along. For that, I too have a 10,000 pound rated tow vehicle, a Ford F-250 4x4. When not taking the Harley along the Ford is a bit overkill don't you think ? Since we enjoy fine machines we bought the Lexus for performance, style, comfort, and utility to tow the Camp-Inn. And no, of course I wouldn't tow my 6500 pound boat with the Lexus even if it had a brake controller, so again, I fail to see your logic and still fail to understand why Lexus chooses to ignore this important safety feature.
  14. I posted this question on another thread 7 Blade RV Style Electrical Connector but have yet to receive a response. Why Toyota would install a "Towing Package" but not provide an integrated brake controller seems a bit strange, especially since the RX-350 is rated to tow 3500 pounds. Also, since the "factory" hitch assembly, and I assume the "under the cargo deck" electrical connector, is only wired for a 4 pin flat style connector further complicates the issue of attempting to tow and safely stop a small RV, or charge the RV battery while under tow. Has anyone addressed this problem? If so, what kind of brake controller did you install and where was it installed? The industry standard for both boat and RV connectors is the round 7 bladed connector. This is a great little vehicle for towing a small pop-up or pulling a Teardrop like this one (click on photo to enlarge) which is our intention. BTW, that's a RX-400H pulling a Camp-Inn weight of about 1200 pounds. It seems to me that someone is missing the boat at Toyota. Thanks in advance for any insight into this issue.
  15. One of the reasons we purchased the 2010 RX-350 was it's 3500 Pound rated towing capacity. We had the hitch assembly installed as part of the deal. Upon taking delivery we found that the Lexus installed receiver hitch assembly comes with a 4 wire flat style connector. The 4 wire connector will only provide stop lights, LT, and RT blinker functions. Our intent is to tow our small Teardrop trailer (weight around 1200 pounds) which has electric brakes and an internal battery that requires charging. We therefore require an industry standard 7 blade RV style connector assembly which would allow charging of the teardrop battery and also the installation of a trailer brake controller for proper trailer brake control. Has anyone had a brake controller assembly installed as well as the 7 blade RV style female socket? Is there a connector under the front dash somewhere like on the GX series that will allow integration of a brake controller? Lexus seems totally ignorant about the possibibly that someone might actually want to tow something even though they offer the "Towing Prep Package." I have done extensive searches on both this site and the Internet in general and haven't had any luck finding the answer to my question(s) Thanks for any help.
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