Tincup

HI, I have a 2008 IS220D SEL with the illuminated scuff plates and still working fine.

Hello, Thanks for the reply. Yes I must admit with the very slight clutch judder I am getting I was thinking that myself. However it is a very strange noise, which you get more when on full lock turning slowing and you can feel the vibration through the steering wheel. So seems to be isolated to the front end. Im at work now and its a bit colder this morning and driving in im listening all the time. Very 50/50 on the clutch and its not a part you can test as such is it. You cant take it out or view it and say "oh yeah that's the problem". Very frustrating. ???? Cheers Adrian.

I have recently bought an IS220D SEL, 2008 reg with 46000 miles on it. I had an AA vehicle inspection done and all in all was classed to be very sound, which it is. The only advisories was wheel balance and front discs and pads, which I have had done. However I have a vibration which I get more when cold, usually when the car is under load, and more when turning left. Strange I know. I have had it checked and a couple of places said wheel bearing. I have had this done and the vibration is still there. I do have a very small case of clutch judder but as I say, very slight. Also the vibration definitely feels as its coming form the front right, being rear wheel drive is why we opted for wheel bearing. The garage I have used have been great and I do have to pay something but no-where near what it could have cost. But it does have the garage stumped as they have had it all day and played around with various things. Swapped engine mounts to see if this was the cause. Swapped wheels Taken off various engine covers Looked at exhaust to see if its banging Crow barred suspension joints etc to ensure nothing is loose So my question. Has anyone else had the same problem? If so what did you come across. Many Thanks