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I'm not sure if the warranty applies for Australia. I know US Lexus has better service. Most of the recalls they have there don't apply here. Maybe you can try to bring the copy of letter to one of the dealer, even to Lexus Australia. I cleaned my engine with just spraying in ultratune. Helped a bit, but the jitter still there from time to time, but it didn't trigger check engine light. To properly cleaned it you need to open it up, and scrap the grease. It is basically the same as BBQ grill build up. Degreaser chemical spray only does so much.

Thanks 123045007.

Hi, I'm interested in getting the f-sport sway bars from US as they are very cheap. Read in other forums that the rear one does not fit Australian spec IS250. Has anyone had them from US before?

IS250. sorry haven't change it in the profile. Mine is 2006 IS250 on 75,000km mark. It was worth doing.

Probably true. Carbon build up is common in direct injection engine. I've seen in audi's and VW's forum that they have huge carbon built up on valves, but that's because of some oil hose problem that causes the oil to get back and get burned or something like that. I've recently gave my car a go with ultratune carbon cleaning. They did not open the engine, just spraying fluids through the intake while the engine is running. On IS I think it should clear most of the problems. Cost me $110. Now the hesitation is gone and you can feel the engine is really smooth and you can barely feel the engine vibration from the cabin.

_{LOL. That's a bargain.... You mean Miami in US?}

Thanks Turtle33

Maybe. I notice it makes creaking noise (like old doors) only when the right-left balance of the car changes. Just wondering which part should be lubricated more.

The front suspension in my IS250 has started developing noises during turning. It doesn't happen during braking or accelerating, or when I pushed the body downwards. It gets worst during cold days, and it's gone when it's 30 degrees plus/

Anyone having the same problem?

Thanks ISF-350. I'll be sure to have them checked on my next service.

Mate, would you mind telling me how much it cost for this service?

it cost me around $500 - i didnt get the spark plugs done as they are $83 each and lexus couldnt deliiver them in time so it would be like $1000 if i got the plugs done - i'll get them done next service of if it starts to play up

lexus sydney city wanted 1350 or 1550 from memory

Hey Chris

What fuel are you using? Do you tend to use the lower 91 or 95RON or the 98RON fuel.

allways 95 sometimes if i forget i put 98

Did you get the throttle body clean at lexus? if so how much??

All it is is basically oven cleaner sprayed into throtle body left for ten mins and then start the car with full throttle and thats it?

I had the same problem chris explained. Fuel may pay a role in this but as i only use 98+ I did the throttle body clean and happy days!!

no i got it done at ultra tune to be honest i think it said like $40 it wasnt expensive at all ( the receipt is in the car and im lazy to walk down to check it lol

im not sure what they do - the boys there have been servicing my lexus for about four years i cant recommend them enough and i spoke to them about it and did what they had to do

Just $40 for a throttle body clean? If it's that cheap, I'm planning to do it soon as I think my car is acting up as well

Hey Turtle33, how much did it cost totally for 90k service, as mine will due soon? Thanks

Found an official dealer of VAIS tech on advancedice. The Multimedia linq (VML) cost $399. In official US Vaistech web it sells for $264 Including HDD cable. Expecially during this time AUD is stronger than USD, this is quite a bargain.

The advancedice website says that their AUS models are specially tailored for Australian model Toyota/Lexus.

Just wondering if there is any difference in US and AUS model, or any incompatibility with local AUS cars.

Anyone?

Thanks. I'll give it a try.

They actually gets pretty close to right side A pillar when they wiped. Not sure if they have been removed before, but I didn't see any scratches or signs of being opened before on the clips.

One of my friend says it is electronically adjustable without undoing the clips and bolts. Does anyone know if this is true?

Hello Everyone, posting for the first time. I've got myself a 06 IS250 sports luxury, like it so far.

I notice the wiper blades position are way up than most of vehicles I drove before. One of my friend says the parking position of the wiper blades are adjustable.

Just wondering if anyone knows how to do it?

Thanks

Yes, done that as well. I even changed the name of the bluetooth device of the car as well. Still no luck.

I did it.

Delete it off the list and register the new one. It wouldn't register, just keep saying connection failed.

Hello Everyone,

I just got my 2006 IS250 couple weeks ago. It is awesome.

One problem, I used Samsung Omnia 7 and had been using the bluetooth fine until one day the connection failed.

I tried pairing it again without any luck. Restarted both car and the phone did not produce any result.

Any advise?

Cheers