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  1. Steve Oliver
    Yes, this is how it used to be for the 2024 MY but seems things have changed for the 2025MY and the configurator and "current brochure" don't seem to be in agreement at the moment! I don't think the brochure has been updated yet.
  2. Steve Oliver
    Oh yes! I hadn't noticed the Takumi F-Sport option at the bottom - I'm used to Takumi being a "pack" that you add on later. Can't see at first glance any option for a Pan Roof on the "Takumi F-Sport" or even ML audio.... seems the "Panoramic Roof" option disappears on the F-Sport Takumi. 😞 Not even sure it gets a sunroof anymore.
  3. Steve Oliver
    Hmm, still only seeing the Pan roof option on the configurator....
  4. Steve Oliver
    The configurator is a bit of a mess. Although there is now a panoramic roof option on the 450h+, there appears to be no ML sound option and no Takumi pack. Is this correct? 🤔 I doubt it.
  5. Steve Oliver
    Where did you see this, please?
  6. Steve Oliver
    Yes, get that on my 300h and also my Nissan X Trail before it .. normal sound of electronic brake engaging.
  7. Steve Oliver
    Sounds like good news, thanks Ken. May finally be time to consider... 👍🏻
  8. Steve Oliver
    Not heard so much recently, what are Lexus 'quoted' delivery times now for new NX's, anyone know?
  9. Steve Oliver
    Congratulations! Frankly I don't think there are any "main issues" for the car at that age. Mine is similar model and mileage and 2019 and all good. They should have serviced it (ensure) and therefore it will have a 10000 mile 1 year Relax warranty already if they're not offering you more. So just check this. Otherwise - enjoy! 🙂
  10. Steve Oliver
    I get between 37 and 42 mpg generally, better in the summer.... and on average, whatever it says below... 🙂
  11. Steve Oliver
    Ha ha! Indeed - almost impossible to get an accurate reply from anyone - had the same query a few weeks ago but as you can see from the other thread, I sorted it with a flooded slightly uprated battery. Worth saying that the original was not an AGM in my car. All working well and I can already tell that the new battery lasts way longer with good charge than the old one. Can therefore recommend the Bosch S5005 as a good replacement. Currently £104.09 from EuroCarParts if that's any help! 🙂 Good luck.
  12. Steve Oliver
    Lexus say that a solution is on the way next month. Not that that will help you poor guys who have lost your cars already 😕
  13. Steve Oliver
    Hi, yes I had to reset the boot lid too. Also the parking assist had to recalibrate, which it does when you drive over 40mph-ish in a straight line. I've done this twice now and both times have worked. Apparently it's expected when changing the battery. Otherwise the only things I had to reset were the climate set temperatures and the HUD settings (height and what is displayed). Oh, and possibly the steering wheel height and reach. HTH
  14. Steve Oliver
    You're right, it does have min/max markings, so seems you're right. I think this Bosch battery can only be an improvement. I never really trusted the previous one very much.
  15. Steve Oliver
    Thanks for your reply, Al. I spoke with a couple of Lexus dealers (and Lexus Parts Direct) and surprisingly (?) none of them were really very sure what the specification required is. The comment from one was that the OEM one isn't an AGM battery - jury's still out on that... So, I settled for a Bosch S5 005 which is a 63 Ah battery and maintenance free, has a 5 year guarantee , and it's now fitted and so far so good all working. The Bosch isn't AGM either but by all accounts has technology to prevent it leaking. Thanks for taking the time to reply. 😀
  16. Steve Oliver
    I need to change my 12v battery, preferably to a more powerful one than the OEM Panasonic version and am having a lot of trouble identifying suitable alternatives. I believe it needs to be an AGM battery. Has anyone changed theirs for a Bosch, Exide, whatever... and do you know what you bought?? Any assistance appreciated, thank you 👍
  17. Steve Oliver
    Folks, get some strong tape like Gorilla tape or something and cut off about 3cm of it. Then wrap it around the striker that is in the centre of the bottom boot lip when the hatch is open. Wrap it around the outermost part of the loop only. One or two turns maximum will do the trick. More than that may stop the hatch locking when you close it.
  18. Steve Oliver
    Also worth watching that left hand power dial. The engine will generally cut in when you move out of the first blue Eco section. It will also cut in when you're going over 50mph. All helps to decide how best to drive! 👍
  19. Steve Oliver
    Well that's me told! I didn't realise this at all. Fascinating. I always thought it was a bit wasted unless you drove everywhere in S+... So, I must review what the Custom Mode setting screen says! Also, that must mean that the F-Sport feels different to drive in even Normal mode to other NX trims...
  20. Steve Oliver
    Hi Andrew, it is normally only active in S+ mode, but you can make it active in Custom mode too if you wanted to use it, say in Normal mode without the increased throttle response etc. Custom mode is accessed by pressing the mode knob. HTH
  21. Steve Oliver
    Yes, I've switched. Couldn't be happier on the quietness alone in comparison with the Yokohamas. Not noticed a change in mpg though to be honest.
  22. Steve Oliver
    Or is it the Mazda workshop? 🤔☺️
  23. Steve Oliver
    Hi Ronnie, I don't disagree. At the moment Lexus dealership seems to be going by the "not heard of that before, so must be your problem" route - but if these Bosch ones go the same way, I'll be back on to them. Cheers!
  24. Steve Oliver
    I'm trying a Bosch replacement. See if I get a different result...
  25. Steve Oliver
    I don't have the 450h+ but in the 300h, doesn't the engine like to get to temperature in case it's needed suddenly? To suddenly load a freezing cold engine with the whole weight of the vehicle would be bad.... wouldn't it? 🤔
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