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:winky: Overall average with different driving styles is 41.2 mpg. Have had as much as 52 Mpg when on long drives through Europe. Col

You need to buy or borrow a battery charger (for a car battery). Connect the positive lead of the charger to the positive lug on the battery (normally the red cable). Connect the negative lead of the charger to th enegative lug of the battery. (normally black lead). Plug in the charger and leave on charge for around 8-12 hours. If you take your car on a long run with most of the accessories off, then the alternator should charge the battery, but not up to full capacity. You could also take the car to a garage and have it boost charged. Simples???? Col <[;o)

Your battery is almost flat... put it on charge. Col.

Dirty EGR valve?? Check and clean maybe?? Col

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That's what's recommended. Best use axle stands as supports at either side if your working underneath. Col... <[;o) Thanks for that. so, the lifting is only from the centre? not one on each side?

:winky: Here you are mate. Col...

I think I need to set this stuff off and breath it in myself..... maybe it'll stop the smelly frats!!!! lol Col

You missed my point mate. I wasn't getting at you. I'm tired of the moaners on here who slate the 220D and then end up keeping it. I have had mine tested on a rolling road and I have 175BHP at the wheels and get between 41 and 52 MPG from mine. All I do is keep the EGR clean and have it serviced at the proper intervals or before. The gearbox in my 200 sport wasn't the best either, but then you have to compromise. I bought my 220d when it was only a year old. and took extended warranty and service plan, so I really don't worry about it too much. We did 280o miles around Europe last year, and it was a pleasure in the 220D. The Jap's aren't the best at the exec end of the car market, but, they are treated like Rolls Royces in the USA. In all, I am a lucky, happy bunny. Col... <[;o)

Matus, brillliant and sensible reply. I agree fully. I had driven 3 different 220D's before I bought mine. I had aslo tried BM, and Audi, and felt that the Lexus offered more for my money. If you hate the car you have so much, then get rid of it and stop moaning on here. There is NO car which is 100% perfect. Moral as Matus indicates = "TRY BEFORE YOU BUY!!!" Col... <[;o) si lexus is better in noise, interior, suspension and sound system. Then what in is better bmw and audi? :-) In consumption and gearbox? for many people, including myself are noise, interior, suspension and sound system more important than consumption and gearbox... But this I knew when I was choosing the car. I don't understand how can somebody buy a car without trying it. Do you buy shoes for 50€ without trying?

Eberspacher = a wholly owned subsidiary of J. Eberspächer GmbH of Germany and was established in 1977 to introduce diesel fuelled independent heating systems into the UK and Eire. Col....:winky:

I was told that you can get water pooling under where the windscreen wipers are, and this causes steaming up. It can also happen when you have had the airco on and then switch it off. I think that's why Lexus designed in the front window demist boost???? I may be wrong though. Matus usually has an answer for these type of queries, so, I hope he responds. ( It happems in my o8 Lexus). Col <[;o)

Why the change from 5w30? I use Mobil 1 5W30 as recoommended from other LOC users. Col.. from 09/08 on it should be a 0w30 C2 oil. Andy

Don't know how many peeps from the Aberdeen area used Lexus Aberdeen Branch?? Well, it has been closed completely and Arnold Clark Toyota are doing servicing etc. I can tell you, the attitude and service stinks. Not waht I was used to from the many years I used the Lexus branch itself. I had wonderful service there. Now it's gone, I really need to find somewhere who will look after my 220D the way that it was loookes after before. Last service, they never even cleaned the car. Verdict = Arnold Clark Toyota is cr@p!!! Col..

:whistling: Well it came!!! bummer,the tube is just too big in diameter to fit down the dipstick hole, and, can't get it down the oil filler hole as it seems t have a restrictor plate which only allows oil fill. Now have to go and get a thinner tube...

I just ordered one and should be here tomorrow. (sat). Doesn't matter if the diameter is too big for dipstick hole as you can stuff it down the oil filler hole. Col

Thanks Matus. Have a good weekend. Col

At night, do you mean when it is dark, or does it do the same at night when it is light?

Hi Matus, How do you suck the oil out? I have just done the same thing!!! doh! Col

Hi P', wish I had posted before giving the go-ahead to the paint specialist. I get the car back on Friday. Good news is, that because my son is friendly with the guy, I am getting the job done properly for at least half the normal quoted price, and I know know it won't just be another quicjk tidy up. Thanks so much for your help, support and advice. Col

I'll get a full report from the paiont specialist. If it shows that the door/bumper are originals, then I'll make sure AC and Lexus UK know m8. I used to enjoy a challenge, but the last couple of years has knocked the fight out of me worse luck. Thanks again "p". Col

Cheers m8. Long story, but I am having to pay for front bumber re-spray becuase of a botch job before bought the car. (Toyota Aberdeen told me the car had never been in accident!!!!! liars!!). I took it to a leading local paint specialist and he told me that there had been damage done and that when whoever sprayed on the laquer hadn'y done it properly, that's why it was peeling!! Then he found corrosion under the drivers door, so, something has happened there too. The car is only 4 years old and has very low mileage. So, that other job doubles the price..... The guy doing it has a fantastic reputation, he does all the prestige cars (Lambo's, porsche, ferrar etc. So he really knows his stuff. I haven't the energy to argue with Arnold Clark Toyta in Aberdeen as there customer focus is awful. On top of that, the Lexus Aberdeen branch has now closed, so, the excellent service from there has now gone. I will write a letter to AC, and copy it to lexus UK, but, I don't hold out much hope... Col. <[:o(

Anybody know how long the anti corrosion/paint cover lasts on the IS220D's?? Ta Col...

What a great reply. This will be helpful to loads of people... including me. I also love my IS220D with a passion despite a few wee niggles. Still say that Lexus will always outclass the Ford etc. brands. They are not built for the executive/prestige marks like Lexus, BMW and Mercedes. Fords are dirt cheap to repair if they go wrong because the parts uded in the build are nowhere near the quality and tolerances in the Lexus. Col... <[;o) (P.S. I also own a Ford!!) lol :winky::winky: Hi Jay, and Welcome aboard. I'd offer the following 1. Insist on FULL LEXUS STAMPED HISTORY. 2. Ask Lexus of all remedial work done on the car 3. 80,000 miles should be fine. They have warranted the Head Gasket issue to 110,000 miles or 7 yrs. 4. Take any car on a good test run ( local and m/way) and see what mpg you are getting. Check out the feel of Clutch, Gearbox (1st to 2nd can be notchy) and how well the engine pulls. You should be quite surprised how well they go! 5. Take a good look under the bonnet. Check oil and water reservoirs(this applies to any car I know but the is220d has a bit of history here) for cleanliness of contents. 6. Seek assurances from Lexus regarding a future Head Gasket occurence and be picky over the warranty they are offering you on the vehicle. 7. Read all the posts on the forum relating to HEAD GASKET, Fuel Economy, etc issues. Better to be forewarned. As they say, a little knowledge is a bonus, so absorb all you can. At this point I will confess I really like this car despite the snag I had with the Head Gasket. For me Lexus were superb and did the right thing - I really can't complain. At present my Tank Average is 46.4, for me that's damned good! Best of luck in finding what you want.

:winky: :winky: No Brainer mate.. Lexus every time!!!