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  1. ColinBarber
    It does work but if the metal was stretched when dented in will never go back to original. Not sure what it does to the paint though :o
  2. ColinBarber
    I believe this would be difficult. The engine ECU also controls the transmission so you would need a new ECU. The problem with a new ECU is it would expect an electronic throttle which the series I doesn't have. A 3.0l Camry transaxle isn't 4WD but possible could be made to work it would have to be the same 4 speed design the same as the series I RX.
  3. ColinBarber
    5 - 6 to 7 years is probably correct for time between all new models, normally with a facelift in between.
  4. ColinBarber
    The engine isn't the same as in the GS450h. The new engine has an Atkinson cycle design. The power inventor is also a new design which may explain why it has a higher speed ability on electric power only. I believe it still only uses Ni-MH batteries, Lithium Ion batteries are believed too dangerous by Toyota (certainly if they use Sony ones which seem to set fire to many a notebook computer!)
  5. ColinBarber
    Castrol Edge or Mobil 1 are the two fully synthetic oils I would recommend. I've used both and cannot notice any difference between the two.
  6. ColinBarber
    It's not too difficult. The main problem is the throttle body goes across the engine and therefore has to be removed. COMP.PDF REMO.PDF
  7. ColinBarber
    Most Lexus dealers seem to use an engine flush. They are fine if used at every oil change. Problems arise if an engine has gone through many oil changes (with not particular good oil) and then you flush it as it loosens deposits that aren't all flushed out and oil ways get blocked. Or deposits that are blocking up any worn seals get flushed away and oil leaks start.
  8. ColinBarber
    why not just go with O2? I believe their packages are cheaper and it's the same company. I'm with O2, their customer service is excellent.
  9. ColinBarber
    A distance of 0.4 miles should be able to support 20Mbps but other factors also come into play. Contact BE, they should be able to do a line test to get a semi accurate figure.
  10. ColinBarber
    if you are getting a download speed of 1200KB/s that is the same as 9.6Mbps. If you have a 10Mbps Internet connect then that is basically running at almost 100% utilisation which is excellent. (There is a slight transmission overhead so you will never get 100%)
  11. ColinBarber
    The 450 may well equal the X6. The new engine should be more efficient than the old one. Just have to wait until more information is available.
  12. ColinBarber
    that makes sense, there are probably some hidden screws or clips.
  13. ColinBarber
    10" rear wheels were an option. Most sports will have the standard 8" ones all round.
  14. ColinBarber
    I tried in the past but gave up from fear of breaking it. I completely removed the armrest from the seat but still couldn't see how the cup holder is fixed in. The procedure also doesn't appear to be in the workshop manual.
  15. ColinBarber
    The poor speed is probably the rapidshare servers. They are anything but rapid! However when you say 1.2mbs do you mean 1.2MB per second? That is around 10Mbps.
  16. ColinBarber
    Paint code is on the VIN plate within the engine bay
  17. ColinBarber
    That is real wood you know, just doesn't look like it
  18. ColinBarber
    if your style of driving means you don't match Lexus published mpg figures then there is no reason to assume you will this time with the RX450h. I would expect you to see an improvement over the 400h though.
  19. ColinBarber
    The gear selector movement you describe is normal so there is no solenoid problem. The plugs and engine oil etc. are not related. Have you checked the transmission fluid level? The only other thing I can suggest is to replace the transmission fluid however it may be too late for that. I would recommend you look on the forums in the US (clublexus.com) as this is a common issue over there and hopefully you can find some better advise.
  20. ColinBarber
    Your brake pads may be worn. The sound could be from the wear indicator which is meant to make the noise you describe.
  21. ColinBarber
    certainly the IS220d is the Marmite of the car industry.
  22. ColinBarber
    The difference is probably ECU mapping. Euro spec is probably tuned more towards economy.
  23. ColinBarber
    They don't use lower grade fuel in the US.
  24. ColinBarber
    I've not heard of any issues. The only concern would be the battery pack, will that start to lose it's charge efficiency which will affect economy.
  25. ColinBarber
    The rear door sensors not working is a common problem. The sensor itself seems to be at fault and that is located within the door lock.
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