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you're not visiting the petrol pumps much then these days in her 😉 Malc

There is a huge amount of Spain I have not yet seen. However, a part I find very attractive stretches from Calpia to Denia with Javea being smashing. I have driven that area quite a bit and the colours of the flowers etc are not to be missed. Contrast that with what is just off the edge of that area - Benidorm (Brits by the Sea) !

Hi Leigh As a new owner of an SC430 with a non-operational sound system I have done much research into now having it performing well. You've also posted numerous times about aerials both wing and windscreen which prompts me to ask: Do you have the factory Pioneer/Mark Levinson system? I know that after market units can't interface with the steering wheel controls.

This is always a Grey Area Scott.. When not going to the Dealership.. I Have heard on occasions that Tyres being fitted at Private Garages have problems because the fitter Shall we say Does not handle the small units with the Experienced care of the Lexus Dealerships. I,m not saying this is what has happened but.. it Could be.. And These little units are expensive.. Certainly hope that is not the case and resolved Soon... Best Regards..!!

Hi there do you still have these wheels? Thanks Email me on amadi_s@outlook.com I'm in West London. Would love these for my GS460

Oh well - worth a try before it gets expensive. If it was me I would try disconnecting all the cables to it which would fully power down the radio, but it sounds ominously like an internal issue. Sorry. When I worked at a large broadcasting company we had a usual last resort fix before it got too complicated and expensive. It was called the "engineers walk". We took the offending unit out for a walk and put it down and picked it up firmly a few times, in other words gave it a bit of a beating. Then plugged it back in. Amazingly it sometimes worked, but usually only for a limited time before it finally died.🤓. PS switch cleaner can work wonders too. Just one example off google below-

You can end up having to buy a whole new multimedia device if something goes wrong with it.... ("it shall be the responsibility of the dealer to rectify the situation in the event that it goes wrong").

Thanks for the intel. I'm getting 29mpg on mixed driving so far but on the more local and extra urban side (few runs above 50mph). Does make me think that maybe some cells are failing as I've been trying to make the most of engine braking and general braking too, and certainly havent been heavy footed. Feel like I should be getting 32mpg. Spark plugs were last replaced by Lexus main dealer just over 3 years ago. Does a failing 12V battery make any difference? Haven't checked tyre pressures on the 19inch wheels yet but the ride quality is absolutely shocking IMO. Constant vibration and judder with every road contour eliciting a reaction, even on the motorway. I read about the firm ride but this is kind of ridiculous. Rear bushings had an advisory so perhaps that's part of the problem there? Comfortable as the seats are, constant cabin movement grates.

That sounds good to me 🙂 Solid engines as well. Oh while I remember, is there a way to update the map on my car? Seems like the software version is nearly ten years or so out of date on it. Since there is no CarPlay or android auto available (unless there are options to get this setup somewhere using aftermarket units or kits) as far as I can tell

My GS250 came with tinted windows all around as well. Light greenish but haven’t looked at changing it to anything else. Thank you for the links above as well

Well done. Lots of miles and smiles to come 👍 Malc

I have this is200 1999 its dripping on my driveway. I know i have a coolant leak somewhere as my coolant level goes down. I also need to burp the coolant system as theres sloshing noise. The oil cap is not frothy or anything. Appreciate any help here! IMG_5733.mov IMG_5728.mov

I notice the stag is colour coordinated white with the garage 😉

If they are the standard SC430 wheels, spec should read .. PCD 5 x 114.3 Diameter 18" Offset 45 spec should be embossed on the back of the wheel spokes 👍🏻

Not a problem buddy. That's exactly what I've been doing. Heat and penetrating fluid. Using a 50/50 mix of diesel & aviation hydraulic fluid as that's what I've read that the RAF mechanics used to use to good effect. Got them more or less freed. Fingers crossed the rears are good.

Considering it's an outside car and we've had a cold, wet and windy winter. the 10yr old CT still brushes up ok with a decent wash down. Ready to go for another year now, MOT, Major service, Lexus Roadside, new 3yr fixed price service contract and the 11th year of Relax warranty. all done and yet another year of completely trouble free motoring. This car never ceases to amaze me.

I came from a Cross and it was noticeably higher than this UX. Nowhere near the quality though.

Mine were completely cracked and starting to split but they were cracked for 3 years so I would say Lexus telling me to change them for previous 2 years was premature. But when they were changed over it was a different vehicle. If it didn’t need a lot more work I would have kept it. Sorry day that.

Let's try attaching the photos again 🙂

The bill is always bigger than you expected. Best of luck! It's the Lexus motto - 大きいほど良い " bigger is better" especially where bills are concerned.

Thanks for the advice and comments. I’ll call into my local-ish Lexus dealer next time I’m passing to find out if they’re heating elements or not and take it from there.

My nephews Range Rover new bumper whatever, slight damage really, the insurers agreed for the repairer to use 2nd hand from a Breaker / TheBay rather than wait forever, indeterminate months, for brand new ……. he just wanted his car back on the road ok and useable …… just a month out of action rather than forever …..,, practicalities eh ! Malc

Having paid out for an AC condenser for that very reason, I’ve certainly thought about it, but haven’t actually done it yet. I’m pretty sure someone on the 300h forum has done it though. I’d maybe go with a fine aluminium mesh rather than plastic.

I think the “ cause for concern “ element refers to mechanical damage …… yes, any preventative maintenance decreasing risk of breakdown especially in busy traffic is good …… punctures happen too, serpentine belt goes, alternators too …… shame the cambelt condition can’t be checked in situ ……. BUT can it ? Does anyone know how to check this ? Thanks Malc

New egr fitted. MIL lights after 15 min driving.txt Hi I've fitted a new EGR valve to IS220d 2006 as i was regularly getting the MIL lamp, and when i checked via OB2 it was EGR fault But after 15 mins driving with the new EGR, the MIL lamp comes back on. EGR fault again, according to OB2 I had cleaned the MAF sensor too Any ideas why the EGR fault keeps coming up The car is on about 210,000 miles