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Will do - did you replace the sub with an aftermarket in the same place or in the boot ?
Sub in the boot - i did look at replacing the stock sub but I cbf looking for a free air 8" sub. Given that the sub is on the rear parcel shelf, it is exposed to sun and heat = possible cracking of the surround
I would suggest taking the back seat out and having a look at the sub it self to see if the surround has a tear/crack in it as well as the sub woofer has not come lose from the parcel shelf.
I needed a bit more punch from the ML system and installed a after market sub instead.
I to am looking for a bit more bass too.Where did you install it and what brand did you get installed?
I did this myself - I had some old gear from my previous car so instead of it collecting dust in the garage or selling it off for pennies, I used it in the Lex. I'm running all Rockford Fosgate P3D4-12 sub powered by RF P1000X1bd amp. The rest of the system is stock (for now) and the signals to the amp come off the ML amp via a Hi to Low converter.
At the moment, the sub is in a .box and amp just in the compartment where you have your spare tools in the boot. When i get round to it, i will build a proper amp rack and new box for the boot so it sits as far back into the back seat as possible so I still have a full size boot.
I never would of have thought I would get back into car audio but after stumbling accross Steve Meade and what he did to his ISF, I had the itch again
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I would suggest taking the back seat out and having a look at the sub it self to see if the surround has a tear/crack in it as well as the sub woofer has not come lose from the parcel shelf.
I needed a bit more punch from the ML system and installed a after market sub instead.
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Are you willing to post them if I pay
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Check the service manual and it tells you exactly what is done at each service change
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I use Meguiars Soft Wash Gel and my cars have been paint protected with Opti-coat so no wax needed.
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I recently sold a 2008 is250X which had the rattle but if memory serves me correct I think this might have been a recall. I know Lexus fixed the rattle issue twice on my vehicle at no cost over a couple of year period. Check to see if this is a recall because they will probably fix it. By the way When I sold the 250X it had 130,000 k's and the rattle was starting to happen again so what ever they did to it did not appear to be a permanent fix.
Your right, there was a recall but this was only for the US, i did speak to Lexus about mine but because mine was out of warranty, they wouldnt fix it without charge. They did try to sell me the warranty package but I couldnt justify $1800 for 2-3 years additional warranty.
Since I did my oil change myself, I have not heard the rattle, which is a great sign there must be something to do with Lexus' oil they use.
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Do I just pull the original insert by using pliers?
Yep, pretty much or you can pay the super cheap guys to do it for you =)
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I wouldnt go el-cheapo on the kit as well. You can pick up a decent kit for about $50 bucks on ebay these days - metal housing for the ballast and i suggest you get the AC voltage not DC. I suggest sticking with sellers that are in Australia with local stock than buying from OS.
I wouldn't be going any higher than 6000K for the globes, any higher will produce a blue tinge and the boys in blue may slap a defect for it
I recently bought a kit for my fog lights only to find out they came from yum cha land and they were faulty, it was a pain in the backside to get a refund. I bought my kit from this guy - http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/120489692979?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Installation is straight forward, there are a few links on how to as well as on you tube.
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I needed to save some money so I did my 75K service myself using all OEM parts I bought from Lexus besides the oil. The fuel and oil filters cost me $145 and oil about $70 (Castrol Edge). Oil change is straight forward to do but changing the fuel filter takes a bit more time.
To change the fuel filter, the back seat needs to be removed, fuel pump/filter housing removed from fuel tank and taking the assembly apart. If the local mechanic has not done one of these changes before, they may not know what to do and not change it at all. The only way for you to check if they done it is to remove the fuel pump/filter housing from the tank.
Took me over an hour to change out my fuel filter.. made sure the tank was near empty as well.
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Mine started around 60 from memory... Some IS have the issue and some don't...
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No, its the startup engine rattle... its a known issue with the cam gears or something
But come to think about it, the direct injection ticking noise is more quiter as well... i think
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Hi Guys,
Most of us know of the issue with the IS250 start up engine rattle. I've had it since I bought the IS250 18 months ago and even after getting her serviced at Lexus Melbourne, the rattle doesn't go away - usually happens on cold mornings.
Wanted to save some money on the 75K service, I did it myself using all OEM parts but I used Castrol Edge 5w-30 (they were on sale at Repco). Since I did the oil change myself over a week ago, I have not heard the rattle even with the cold Melbourne mornings we have had recently. I did hear it rattle quite a bit when i first started her up after the oill change but nothing since!
Not sure if is the oil that makes a difference (Lexus OEM and Castrol Edge) but glad I dont hear the start up rattle any more (dont want to jinx myself...)
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Supercheap, Autobarn, Burson... all will have it.... Supercheap might be the cheapest =)
Just make sure you get the right size
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It depends on how the wiper arms are, if they are in still good condition, then you can just replace the blades only.
I went with the Bosch Aero Twin and its great.. I did buy el-cheapo for the missus Yaris and its not as good... you get for what you pay for... Just dont get it replaced by Lexus... I heard $60 bucks for just replacement rubber only
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Just bringing up a old thread...
Trying to save cost's where I can (getting hitched next year) - going to do the 75K service myself or take the parts to a local mechanic get it logged booked.
Dropped by Lexus Melbourne City today and picked up a Fuel Filter (LX-2330031140) for $120.93 & Oil Filter (LX-0415231080) for $24.89 inc GST
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Wont allow me to view the pic - im not allowed =(
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Ive seen ebay touch screen replacements for about $150 plus shipping and you install it yourself
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Does it not respond to touches but the screen lights up when going through the menu's etc
I had the same problem a couple of months ago - replacement screens are a couple hundred shipped from OS. Replacement OEM units are even more
There are a few instructions online on how to fix the screen. (http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums/topic/69937-repaired-navigation-touch-screen/)
Only costed me $25-$30 for the circuit writer pen from jaycar - a few hours
If you were in Melbourne, i could fix it for you... for a fee =)
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Sorry I had to boot early guys... had to be somewhere with the misses... yep... she wears the pants. But then again, she was the one that got the doors open in the ISF =)
Great to finally see other IS' out there... Would of have loved to jump on that mini cruise.... Looking forward to the next meet/cruise
Some quick photo's i took.... I'm sure there are much nicer ones out there from yesterday.
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Showered, shampooed, blowdry done.... hope the weather clears up
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I havent been to the Brighton dealer... where is everyone meeting... is there a particular spot?
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I take mine as it is to get serviced all the time (Coil Overs, Takeda intake). I just make sure when it comes to changing the air filter, they do not charge me for me since I have the intake.
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Lets hope its not a HOT HOT HOT day.....
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Lets make it finally happen... Im from the west side but more than happy to head over for a meet.... will be nice to meet other Lex owners
The Is250 Suspension Thread!
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If these are standard Lexus wheels and offsets, you wont have any issues with scrubbing. I have coil overs in mine on stock 18" lexus wheels and I once had the car lowered where the guards were over the tyres, still had about 1 cm between the guard and tyre