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Think I'll go OEM Oil Filter - They're 3 for $13 in the US and after-market is $8 each lol. Just have to find a cheap way to get them over here.

Hi guys,

Just wondering if any of you have any recommendations for a decent mechanic in Brisbane that can work on my IS250. I found out I can get the parts pretty cheaply in the US and supply them myself.

I'm just buying it for future use - I don't have the oil filter yet. I have a stockpile of Castrol Edge which I picked up on special 5W30 that I'll use.

Do you service your car yourself? I was quoted $650 for a service which is just an oil change, cabin filter and brake fluid change.

Hi guys,

I'm just wondering if I need this tool to change the oil in the IS250: http://www.amazon.com/Assenmacher-Specialty-Tools-TOY-640/dp/B0015PK3AG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1384416731&sr=8-1&keywords=toyota+oil+filter+tool

Mine doesn't do that - have you taken it to the dealer to get it looked at?

Do the buttons on the side still work? The touch screen may have died if they do.

Can you hear the squeaking in the cabin? Someone commented on mine as well but I can't hear anything in the cabin.

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Lexus-IS250-2006/SSE-AD-2431470/?Cr=5&sdmvc=1 - seems okay but this draws me to my next optimal desire, original plates. If the registration is original it's easier to keep track of what's happened to the car through calling up service centres for history, etc, so pretty much late AXX-NNX plates or early BXX-BBX (X = letter, N = number).

This isn't a Sports Luxury. It has a woodgrain interior from a Sports Luxury and the wheels of a Sports - both of these models are equipped with both passenger and driver memory seating which I can't see in his pictures so I suspect it's not a Sports either. No radar button or rear shade control either = Definitely not a Sports Luxury.

I think this is most likely a prestige and he just went around getting parts from different cars.

EDIT: I can't see headlight washers either so it's definitely a prestige.

Hi guys,

Does anyone know if it's possible to link memory seating position with specific key fobs?

So that when you open the door, the seats will automatically adjust depending on the fob that opened it without the need of pressing button number 1/2/3. I know in the US they can program their cars like this but I'm not sure about our models.

If you don't mind me asking, how much did the opticoat set you back? It looks great!

Exams coming up? I'm up late watching lectures for my exams as well... I hate lecturers who speak in a monotone voice - absolute torture (admittedly I've watched more seasons of South Park during this study period than lectures...).

Familiarise yourself with the GPS interface - it's fairly simple to tell them apart just by looking at the buttons used on the GPS screen once you know both types.

A Daewoo built Cruze - the IS is certainly an upgrade from that ;) but the features seem quite nice on it!

Pss. what car are you upgrading from, if you don't mind me asking?

Technically, the SL would be more prone to having things fail compared to say a Prestige with no EMV option and just a CD changer but this isn't a BMW/Mercedes. The electronics used in Lexus' are very reliable.

The mid-facelift for the 2IS began in late 08 as you said but the GPS interface was updated in late 2009 models so in the middle of the middle facelift (does that make sense lol) the GPS was updated to a hard drive based system (thus gained the USB input) vs CD changer of earlier models.

I guess you're right in the sense that features don't affect the cars function as a transportation device.... but it really comes down to how much the features mean to you. Some are happy with a Camry others with a Veyron.

Ps. why are you up so late lol

You need a late 2009 model for the updated GPS + USB input to control your phone. I'd go for the Sports Luxury tbh, I remember I was in a friends Prestige + EMV model and asked why her auto-wipers weren't working when it rained and apparently the car didn't have it?

They're standard on mid spec'd Camrys, I was like o.o

My car auto-locks when I drive, I didn't know it could be turned off... people that get into my car for the first time get a bit suspect when the doors lock lol.

Are you sure locksmiths can program used keys?

I know they have to erase all keys already programmed into the car and that techstream requests a "reseeding" code which is only obtainable from calling up toyota - thus only head technicians at dealerships can do this.

I tried to see if I could a used key reprogrammed here in Brisbane and all the independent and specialist locksmiths told me to go to the dealer.

1. You get free cakes and coffee at the dealership... that makes it worth it, right... ;)

2. Correct, you cannot control your phone from the GPS/Steering wheel with the AUX input of the pre-facelifts.

3. New disc ($300) or download.

4. Normal fob = $700 Smart Card = $1000+

5. Tinting - who buys a car without tinting these days. Surely all used models would already have it :o

6. I get 9.0/100km average mostly highway driving.

7. Rattles

8. I use it although I'm scared that people behind me think I'm a troll that keeps on braking constantly lol. It acts as a pre-collision system so will break to a stop if it detects a collision - not sure how well this works though.

9. Anywhere you want in the car except the boot.

10. That is a smart card found only on facelift Sports Luxury models and the ISF (key you put in your wallet and forget about). All other models have 2 key fobs.

Hey guys, did a stateroad prepurchase inspection and everything seemed mechanically sound so i went ahead with the purchase. I was just wondering if anyone knows the cheapest place in Sydney to get another smart key made? Unfortunately there was only 1 provided.

Thanks!

Used keys can't be programmed although there is a"chance" that a new one can be programmed if you import it from the US - some dealers claim that they can't as the frequency is difference but the part numbers are exactly the same and someone on here did it fine.

If you buy a techstream cable you can program it yourself too.

I read on whirlpool someone just bought an RX (previous gen) with 90k km on it but when he took it to Lexus they told him the last service in their record was 200k km LOL. So I guess it's possible, although your records match up so I wouldn't be too concerned.

Do you have a link to the actual car?

Do the maps still work with the message?

BUT beware the shonky SL claims.

+1. A lot of Prestige optioned EMV's are advertised as Sports Luxury on carsales - even by some dealers. Look for the solid Lexus PCS emblem at the front (radar button on left of steering wheel), woodgrain interior, memory seating, HID headlights with washers, parking sensors both back and front, illuminated door sills and there should be three buttons on the side of the steering wheel closest to the door (automatic rear shade, window de-icer and something else which I've forgotten).

The steering wheel should be telescopic when you start the car, it automatically moves into position outwards and tilts and when you switch the car off the steering wheel goes back in as far as it can, this was the only video I could find of it online right at the start when the ISF starts up (fanmade music video lol):

The solid radar emblem + woodgrain should be the easiest signs of distinguishing a SL (this is on a LS460 but the same solid emblem is used for the collision system of the SL):

Thanks subby! Tried it and it works :) Shame that there's no way to save the memory.

Thanks Subby, I read that it might be a warranty issue. I tried that method Franky, it just gave me a long beep :( and I think tilting mirrors are only equipped on models with memory seating.

Actually, I noticed on my drivers side when it tilts in reverse I can see the curb but on my old car the angle was tilted so that I could see the line markings in car parks (to see if I parked within the lines - horrible parker here) and a clear shot of the curb vs door + curb.

So it might be normal for the 2IS? I'll be awaiting your reply Subby :)

Hi guys,

Does anyone know how to adjust and save how much the side mirror tilts when you go into reverse?

Mine only tilts slightly and I can't see the curb, only the side of my door and have to manually press the button to make it tilt. I've read the manual and it doesn't say anything either?

They're definitely 4300k (if stock), when you initially turn them on they do appear white/slightly blue but after they're warmed up they're less white and have the slightest yellowing.

6000k is pure white with a blue tinge after they've warmed up, they do look nice but you'll have to compromise ~20% light output when compared with 4300k.

The headlights are tricky to get into, I tried changing the parker bulbs and it was such a pain.

Be a bit wary with philips on eBay as they're one of the most faked bulbs.

D4S 4300k - I think amazon has cheap Philips OEM lights?