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Yes, a UK style filler is being fitted rìght now , followed by a UK certification and entry in the "register" 👍

Thanks guys. Yes my old Vectra-C had hardened valves too, but didn't survive much beyond 100k before they burned and they were £150 each. I daren't think what these would cost new lol. Ok Yes, it's not a chance worth taking I guess, especially as I already have a kit. As for the filler type, yes I've seen lots of other cars with this Euro style and can't understand how they get it past their insurers either unless they aren't declared but seeing as my insurers already know about it and won't renew my cover without a UK certificate then I don't see a way out of it. Oh Well, hey ho.

Hi guys. I recently picked up my new to me 2004 LS430 which had only been converted to dual fuel in Poland by the previous owner last June. It doesn't have a fuel lube system fitted but as I have one on my outgoing defunct Vectra-C 3.2 I've tentatively decided to get that one re-fitted to the Lexus but I'm just curious as to what thoughts other LPG owners have about doing this ? (I learned the hard way on my Vectra which needed new exhaust valves after 100k miles of gas use which was when I had the lube system fitted). Additionally, because the system was installed in Poland, it has the hidden Euro style filler behind the petrol flap, but my installer tells me it won't pass UK certification unless it is modified to a UK external bayonet type (probably mounted centrally on the rear bumper at crash bar height). My insurers (Direct Line) won't renew my insurance unless I get UK certification... oh well. Thanks guys.

I have a 2004 LS430 and the map version from the menu is 2003/4. There was an updated set of disks which came with the car but don't appear to have been used. The manual says that this should be updated by the dealer but my question is - Is this so complicated that a 430 owner can't do this themselves ? Cheers guys 😄

LOL Jon. The smart keys being offered on the bay of e in the USA seem to come with a new keyblank for a new cut, not a lot of use to us UK owners have cars which need a smart key on a different radio frequency though. I'm ever so happy that I got alerted to this difference before splashing out lol 😄

OMG My autolocksmith just asked me if I realised that USA cars use a different radio frequency for these fobs from the UK. More research needed lol

Thanks Jon, Good to know that a used 3 button smart key can be reprogrammed to my car 😄 My car doesn't have a keyblade ignition / start keyhole just a slot that the fob engages with so I suppose it's a proximity thing. My smart "key" also has a hideaway blade for emergency door opening. Will I need to involve a Lexus dealership at all in this case ? Or can a used smart master key be reprogrammed and new emergency hideaway blade cut by an autolocksmith ? I see these being sold by US Lexus dealerships on ebay for more realistic prices.

George, much appreciated. The Manuals are downloaded now ready for reading up on 😄 I've seen some listings on the bay of e for techstream but the Chinese sellers give nothing by way of explaining what they are offering. Unlike the Opel product I used previously to help me retrofit and activate lots of previously missing original factory options for pennies compared to dealer prices. Anyway, I'm still looking and let's see what happens 😄 Next tasks a spare key, updated satnav disk and some kind of A/V interface take my fancy. Ideally to use the Raspberry Pi previously fitted to my Vx and used as a media player . Oh, and of course AirCon lol Thanks again George 😄

Thanks George Jon and Lexus 707 😁 Satnav - George I've just ordered it, many thanks. It seems that I can just download the Lexus software (unless I missed a "catch" somewhere lol) if I can just download it, is there a particular device I need to purchase to use it ? Any "pointers" for me ? 😁 Master Key - Jon my key is a 3 button master key with a hideaway blade. Am I right in thinking that a 2nd Master key can be programmed to my car with a sequence of events using door lock and other stuff or is this a Lexus programming tool option only ? If so, can anyone in the Warrington or North West area assist me with this ? 😁 Lexus707 - Many thanks for the very helpful link for manuals but there doesn't seem to be anything for the SatNav ? 😁 (unless I missed a link to click on). Again guys, your help is much appreciated, thank you muchly 😁

Thanks guys. Can anyone advise on the diagnostic / programming tools for these cars ? I want to get a 2nd "key" ordered and from what I've read so far, it seems to be fairly easy to setup a new master key except that it might need a Toyota programmer to finish the job ? Also, can anyone advise on satnav disk updates? I want to retain the TMC functionality. Cheers Woody

Hi guys. Well I've been looking at one of these motors for a coùple of weeks now and made the leap yesterday. 2004 (March) model with a few scrapes (understandable after 14 years). 120k miles and no working AirCon so I know it is going to cost me to get that sorted lol. BUT it had a Polish LPG system fitted (no lubrication though) only 1k miles ago which seems to be fine so far. First things first, a lube system, then I want to get the AC sorted. So if anyone has a handbook for the Navi going begging it would be appreciated and also a couple of pointers ? 1 - Up to date map disk which works with TMC too 2 - Anyone prepared to recommend an independant Lexus guy for service etc in the North West (Warrington) area ? 3 - is there a decent ebay (Or otherwise) code reader / programmer available for these cars ? 4 - Anyone got a manual for the satnav going cheap ? LOL Thanks for letting me join. I hope I didn't break any rules here ? Hoping to get the benefit of the long term experienced Lexus owners and modders on here. I have just scrapped my 3.2 Vx Vectra Gsi having retrofitted EVERYTHING possible to it but the electronics finally killed 3x ECM modules so I am "starting over" with Lexus lol Thanks for having me guys Woody