teepee

Hi guys, does anyone know the difference in the models of the Prestige 450H?

- its plated 09/10 and registered 01/11

E.G. - difference between the GYL1R and the GYL1R MY11,

Can anyone help please?

Thanx

TP

Hi I am new to all this, and its my first time trying this type of "blog"

I am a recent convert (from x5)- and so far like the RX450h - its very different from the diesel of the bmw - how ever I,m hoping for good things.

CAN ANYONE PLEASE HELP ME WITH THE FOLLOWING?

1. I read and have heard a lot about the Auto start function and would like to have it "activated" on my car- can some one help me ?

2. I also saw on the forum that a RX450H owner got his dealer to turn the warning chimes for seat belt ( ding, ding, ding etc.) to turn off for front and rear passengers -can some one help me ?

3. I have just organised for the kit to "fix the grey out " of the nav and phone - if any one wants / needs advice

4. coming from a BMW which had a tv in it - does any one have any clues on how to get on integrated into my ML dvd screen?

Is there any way to make the mirrors angle downwards (while in reverse) to actually be of some use and let you see the ground / curb - where it should be pointing ??

6. With regard to the seat belt warning- I have tried the “start/stop button- odo 30sec. etc. “ Procedure with no avail. Does anyone know if it will work, or if there is a special procedure for the RX450H?

thanx in advance - ( hope this post works)

TEEPEE

Hi mate - I see you've moved from an X5 to the RX450h. I'm a Beema fan & am tossing up between the RX450H & the X5 40D Sports & wondering (a) what induced you to choose the RX over your X5 & (B) how do they compare now that you've been driving the RX for a bit?

Cheers...

Hi,

The x5 is a very different car, its a drivers car one u interact with. 450h is a quite subtle ride that is more refined and easier to do.

the x5 fully optioned up ( which does not have as many "toys" as the rx) costs 30 - 40 % more!!

good luck

You're right!. Looks like this instruction no longer works on the updated 2010 RX350/450h and needs to be done by the dealer. Just give your dealer a call and they'll happily do it without charge.

How was your ownership experience with the X5? Please share.

G'day,

As per all european dealers, lots of swanky show and glitz, ( u pay for it).

The quality and performance was good, the after sales was also good, as I previously mentioned, the BMW is a "drivers car" you have to work to drive it, you feel every road input and experience - if this is what u like. The lexus is more like a limousine, you just sit back and enjoy the ride, get there refreshed and not tired. Its early days yet, however, I found that the X5 optioned all the way up and with everything in/on it, STILL didn't have all the toys of the rx450h, and is much more expensive anyway.

About the only thing I miss ( so far ) is the turbo kick or push rather, as with all those NM of torque it really did have balls.

But on the other side -there IS TURBO LAG, which should be but is not perfected by BMW, and is a pain in the arse.

As said above its really early now but "so far so good"

In relation to the seat belt fix,

- the dealer is telling me that " the warning is there for your safety and can not be removed" - i don't know whether to believe them.???

TEEPEE

Hi again,

I would like to get a towbar for my rx450h

Does any one know where, how much, what type

- pros

and

-cons

all help appreciated.

thanx

TEEPEE

Hi all LEXUS owner, I'm new here in this forum, I'm familiar with forums so I won't ask any stupid Q

anyway after been 2 weeks deciding between IS250 / RX450h and finally we decide on the Brand New RX450h, bought it from Lexus Sutherland, I reckon they are very good people there, we are very happy with the service

hopefully I can enjoy my stay in this forum as I enjoy the RX450h

cheers

---laski

Hi Laski,

I'm also a new bee, I too took delivery ( last week of my new rx450h) - happy so far - but early days yet!

i have posted a few "enhancements " that you may be interested in on the rx 400h forum.

regards

TEEPEE

I am about to trade my IS250 on the RX450h. Recent articles on the BMW X5 are creating some doubt. How do you rate your RX?

Steve

Hi i'm teepee,

And a new bee to the Lexus club forum!

I have "just gone the opposite way 2u."

After much due diligence, comparisons soul searching and discussing- I have traded my X5 for a new 2011 RX450h.

Its only early days (about 11) BUT i am so far happy.

the x5 was heavier, harsher and more of "drivers car"

Its hard to beat the out and out "balls" of the turbo diesel. But the ride, finish performance and features are something to think about.

The overal performance, is not much difference -in terms of speed and pick up. The 45h has more KW of power and on paper better fuel consumption ( can't comment haven't used a tank yet!)

Anyway if u want more info or even chat - am happy to.

I also have just posted on the forum new info u may be interested in re "enhancements for the 45h"

- good luck TEEPEE

Hi I am new to all this, and its my first time trying this type of "blog"

I am a recent convert (from x5)- and so far like the RX450h - its very different from the diesel of the bmw - how ever I,m hoping for good things.

CAN ANYONE PLEASE HELP ME WITH THE FOLLOWING?

1. I read and have heard a lot about the Auto start function and would like to have it "activated" on my car- can some one help me ?

2. I also saw on the forum that a RX450H owner got his dealer to turn the warning chimes for seat belt ( ding, ding, ding etc.) to turn off for front and rear passengers -can some one help me ?

3. I have just organised for the kit to "fix the grey out " of the nav and phone - if any one wants / needs advice

4. coming from a BMW which had a tv in it - does any one have any clues on how to get on integrated into my ML dvd screen?

Is there any way to make the mirrors angle downwards (while in reverse) to actually be of some use and let you see the ground / curb - where it should be pointing ??

6. With regard to the seat belt warning- I have tried the “start/stop button- odo 30sec. etc. “ Procedure with no avail. Does anyone know if it will work, or if there is a special procedure for the RX450H?

thanx in advance - ( hope this post works)

TEEPEE

Do a google on how to disable seat belt chime on the Lexus and you'll find plenty of info on this. Give this a try and see if it works on yours.

1. turn the key to the ON position (press Start 2 times), foot off the brake

2. cycle the odometer with the trip reset button until the ODO is displayed (not trip A or B )

3. turn the ignition to the LOCK (OFF) position

4. unbuckle the driver's seatbelt if it was buckled.

5. turn the key to the ON position (Press Start 2 times). when the dash lights have come on, press and hold the trip reset button and count a slow 12 seconds. (editor's note, hold it more like 30 sec)

6. while still holding the trip reset button, buckle the driver's side seatbelt.

7. the odometer display should read "b ON" or "b OFF". toggle the beep OFF with the trip reset.

8. the process should be completed when you unbuckle or turn the key off

Hey Lexo,

Thnax for replying.

I have tried this method, (many times) in my RX450H - but no luck - i'm wondering if its just for the earlier, other models not my current RX450.

Could lexus have gotten onto this and blocked it in this later model??

Regards

TEEPEE

Hi I am new to all this, and its my first time trying this type of "blog"

I am a recent convert (from x5), live in Australia- and so far like the RX450h - its very different from the diesel of the bmw - how ever I,m hoping for good things.

CAN ANYONE PLEASE HELP ME WITH THE FOLLOWING?

1. I read and have heard a lot about the Auto start function and would like to have it "activated" on my car- can some one help me ?

2. I also saw on the forum that a RX450H owner got his dealer to turn the warning chimes for seat belt ( ding, ding, ding etc.) to turn off for front and rear passengers -can some one help me ?

3. I have just organised for the kit to "fix the grey out " of the nav and phone - if any one wants / needs advice

4. coming from a BMW which had a tv in it - does any one have any clues on how to get on integrated into my ML dvd screen?

Is there any way to make the mirrors angle downwards (while in reverse) to actually be of some use and let you see the ground / curb - where it should be pointing ??

6. With regard to the seat belt warning- I have tried the “start/stop button- odo 30sec. etc. “ Procedure with no avail. Does anyone know if it will work, or if there is a special procedure for the RX450H?

thanx in advance - ( hope this post works)

TEEPEE

Hi I am new to all this, and its my first time trying this type of "blog"

I am a recent convert (from x5), live in Australia- and so far like the RX450h - its very different from the diesel of the bmw - how ever I,m hoping for good things.

CAN ANYONE PLEASE HELP ME WITH THE FOLLOWING?

1. I read and have heard a lot about the Auto start function and would like to have it "activated" on my car- can some one help me ?

2. I also saw on the forum that a 450H owner got his dealer to turn the warning chimes for seat belt ( ding, ding, ding etc.) to turn off for front and rear passengers -can some one help me ?

3. I have just organised for the kit to "fix the grey out " of the nav and phone - if any one wants / needs advice

4. coming from a BMW which had a tv in it - does any one have any clues on how to get on integrated into my ML dvd screen?

thanx in advance - ( hope this works)