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IS 350 = new tires every 10,000 miles?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?
Think about NASCAR, they only get 100 miles or so on a set of race tires. How fast can you afford to go?
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2006 ES 330 Jerky Transmission
I almost bought a new 2006 330 until I became aware of the jerky tranny of the ES 330. Well, I test drove one and didn't notice anything peculiar. Can owners of 2006 330 comment?
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lexus has a problem
Since when is it normal for ANY car to have the brake pedal sink to the floor ????? That Lexus engineer is probably just a shill for the undertaker down the street.
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RX330 Tires
Hi: I own a 2004 RX330 with 47K miles on it, and it is time to change the OEM Goodyear tires with 4 new sets. I've done some research for my tire size P235/55/R18, the camp is divided to Michelin...
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2004 SC 430 Engine immobilizer reset
Hello all, I have an 04 SC 430. It has been parked for a few months and the battery died. I was told by my mechanic (not the dealer) that there is an engine immobilizer that needs to be reset. Does...
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ES330 Transmission Lag Cure
See this website for information on the 2004 ES300 transmission lag. I had Lexus do the modification a couple of months ago and the results have been great. The lag is gone. The dealer told me to run...
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LS400 beep
Recently obtained my fathers '90 LS 400. Fantastic car! Can't believe the car has 235k miles on it. Solid as a rock / quiet as a mouse. Q: What is the beep (about 5 secs) when I turn the car off?...
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Re: RX300 - How to change console from centigrade to fahrenheit
Hi Jamie, were you able to change your temperature settings in your car from centigrade to farenheit. I have the same problem. Appreciate your response. thanks-chandra
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Instrument cluster on '93 ES300
The digital odometer on the dashboard of my newly-acquired ES300 is not lighting up and hasn't for quite a while. I know that it's relatively cheap and easy to swap out another instrument cluster, but...
 
Question about LS430 Competitor
I see ads for the new Infiniti "M" car. I am just curious if they still make the Q45 or did they finally throw in the towel? I remember when the LS400 and Q45 first came out in 1989 as 1990 models. At...
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Roof Rack For 1999 RX300
Hello, My wife has a 1999 RX300. It has two indented grooved paths on the roof for what I believe are known as rack towers. We want to be able to carry a luggage box this summer because we will be...
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SC430
Hi, I have a 2 month old new 2005 SC430 and there is a rattle or noise on the drivers side when I hit any road bumps. Any ideas?? I brought it back to the dealer and they kept it for 4 days and found...
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RPM Needle Fluctuation When A/C is ON !
Hi, I have a 1998 LS400; my problem is that when I start my AC after a while the RPM needle starts to fluctuate between 700 and 900 every 3 sec (while the compressor is engaged). The fluctuation is...
 
ES 330 Software Update
Last week our 04 ES330 did its hestitation thing really bad, AGAIN. I called Lexus, did the complaint thing, asked for a specialist, waited two days and here is what she told me. There was a new...
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how to remove interior door panel -- Rx300
Can someone tell me how to remove the front interior door panel from the passenger side door? i have all the fasteners removed, except one I imagine. There must be one i am missing or cant see....
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Depreciation Curve Of Japanese Cars vs American Cars
There is another thread about new Lexus and Toyota models that has just run too long. Accordingly, I wanted to spin off that conversation with a new thread. There was discussion about buying Lexus...
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Re: Mercedes E320 4matic or a Lexus GS300 AWD (new in 05)
Hello I have both a lexus and a mercedes. To be honest the Lexus is the IS and the merc is the E-class but with diesel engine. My judgement go for the Lex. It is refined, reliable, more luxurious,...
 
RX300 repair manual
Hello, I have just bought 1999 RX300 and I am looking for a repair manual for it, as I want to know the car better... So my question is where can I buy it, and what is the reasonable price for it? I...
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RX300 with no power to cigarette lighter
i just bought a used RX300. no power to cig lighter in dash (voltage checked). getting power to outlet in L rear of vehicle. Fuses (24,5,6) OK. Any ideas on what might be the problem, where the wires...
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Lexus LS400 - sterring ratio
I just drove my sons V8 1999 Lexus LS400 and this is the first Lexus I've ever driven. The steering seemed quite different to me than my own 1987 Nissan MAXIMA. We are considering upgrading to a Lexus...
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