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Hi SSUR Great news you have this taken care of. Ive got similar issue. What year is your car to get this under warranty? Mine is 2013 

I had to put mine on a longer charge before the suspension started working correctly. I did a Battery recondition as well. Sometimes takes 10-20 miles of driving to work 

BSM light appearing again 

I reckon its a Japanese import LS600 SWB normal rear seats (no Tele in the back)

Well done Jonathan welcome to the club 

Yes nearly all cars have gone up in value but the fact they don't make the 600 anymore only only makes it more attractive IMO. I know some prefer it over the 500. (Ive not driven one to compare so cant comment)  

Update 

I disconnected the Battery and recharged for a few hours. Light was still on.

After driving the car for an hour this light went away. The clock is now showing the correct time and it seems to drive a bit smoother. I'm over the moon obviously. I would recommend this simple technique before trying to reset with Techstream or take to the dealer for an expensive inspection  

6 hours ago, steve2006 said:

If you take a look at this video particularly from 5 mins 30 secs it may explain the problem you suspect given the bumper knock. Looks like Techstream as a minimum for diagnostics and hopefully just recalibration unless there is physical damage to the unit.

 

Thank you Steve 

I tried charging the Battery up see if that would stop it happening. (it didnt) but my clock is now giving the correct time quite pleased by that. Its inevitable its one of these sensors isnt it so I need to book in to someone to get this sorted

10 minutes ago, peniole said:

One last thought. You didn't have a bump to either rear bumper corner, right? Mirror BSM lights will give you a clue at startup when system is on/initializing.

You are correct it is a bumper off job and can be costly.

I did have a very low impact parking bump a few months ago barely took any paint off. I think this could well be the culprit if the sensor has worked loose in some way. Strange if so cos bumper shock in everyday use would cause this alot

14 minutes ago, peniole said:

You could try techstream. I've only seen this once before on a US spec ES, they got lucky, old battery, low voltage, threw up this warning. How old is your battery? Can you check voltage?

Not sure age but I will check Battery health tomorrow. This BSM fault did happen about 8-9 months ago but went out immediately might well be weak/old Battery. I so hope its not a sensor fail as thats bumper off and recalibrate   

Thank you for this manual. I know that the radar units are under the rear bumper but I hear that they are linked to parking sensors hence trying to clean them-didnt work. I posted the screenshots below when turning ignition on. Will disconnecting Battery or maybe try clearing the fault using techstream?     

Just like that. The BSM light came on my 2013 LS600. Goes out if you deactivate the BSM button of course. Tried wiping the sensors as suggested.

Any other tips or is this Lexus 'lets think of the most expensive way to fix' dealership time?

4 hours ago, royoftherovers said:

Which position was the ignition in when trying to play, P ?

Def in park. It played a DVD not a blu-ray

I tried a Blu-Ray disc in the front console and it didn't work!!! I had the parking brake on and in park (Rear one works fine)

Can users confirm that they can load a blu-ray disc or DVD-A for sound?  

Surely the USB is of similar quality to old fashioned 3.5 Line in audio in or does the analogue pre perform better

Also has anyone had success playing a USB movie file using front console AVI/MP4 etc

When I got this car I wasn't impressed by the audio and just accepted that it is what it is. So yesterday I checked on other forums and other owners reported the same. Sometimes it was a genuine problem blown power amp etc. One post suggested that all the sound enhancements be switched off surround sound and most importantly to switch off the EQ on your source. 

Well I did this and there was a definite improvement. Just wondered if anyone else tried this with their ML system    

7 hours ago, cruisermark said:

Thanks for all the replies guys - These Lexus cars are terrible cars - once driven - anything else is ust not good enough!

I will have to drive one and see how it feels - the smooth, quite linear acceleration is really nice and I do around 3k miles a year mainly in town so will be ideal IF it will pass the noise and comfort test lol.

I will be probably be looking at a tekna model 2017 and above. 

I 100% recommend a Leaf Tekna as long as you know the range in the winter is circa 60 miles. The acceleration is superb. It is quieter at speeds lower than 50 than my LS600. The ability to defrost whilst you are having breakfast is really good. Drives like a prestige car. Servicing is just the brakes. Never broke down. Had it on a two year lease and sorry to see it go. Unfortunately I believe the build quality will drop as they get more competitive. Buy one & happy to answer any questions on it      

15 hours ago, royoftherovers said:

Which Major Service P ?

They did a 60k service Roy which inc replace fluids for front/rear boxes and spark plugs & Hybrid check. Must admit I like the reassurance that this has been done. Clean bill of health according to service manager after he test drove it      

Had major service at Lexus today yep it was painful. I had 4WD alignment done and I think it makes a slight difference  

3 hours ago, Stu. said:

Its actually really good. Im just being really picky.

I have had GS300's, LS430's/SC430's 460's and now the 600. Engine not as refined as the 430's definitely, but I thought that about the 460.

Control arms are a weak spot and my 460 definitely was heading that way with the tracking going awry and this one while not definitely needing them I can feel it not being quite as smooth as it should be. 

However everything else is spot on. My 8 year old loves the RSR pack, and hasn't actually sat in any other seat yet. When the Shiatsu is running I keep thinking the engine is running, when its not.

Ive been wanting one of these for nearly 10 years since I had my 460. So I've kept an eye out for nearly 18 months, and it popped up. And to be honest I am really pleased with it. The plan is 100% to keep it forever now as there is just no other car like it, and tbh I really don't like modern design and build. Just something just "not there"

Maybe Im just getting really old

 

 

This is interesting what you say about the 430 engine being smoother. Mine makes a growl first 2 seconds of start up but very quiet afterwards. Let us know if you do the control arms because I thought mine might have needed it. My Lexus guy checked them reckoned they are fine but just as you noticed on yours my steering needs alignment as well so I may have the same issue.

Mines 113k but facelift model so the control arms are meant to be an updated longer lasting version. Its a heavy car so maybe it would benefit from them being changed. I got to say on a perfect road ride quality is good I wouldn't say RR/Bentley level. I feel every part of a british road when driving. I believe the older pre facelift models may well ride better than 2013 onwards due to this control arm problem. I also hear that the 400/430 was really smooth. Doesn't detract that this car has a certain character that is missing from todays cars as it feels so well made, refined and solid feel. Another owner I spoke to believes this is a better made car than the LS500 that is out now!!

Like you I love the individual seat air con and the blu ray in the back & like you I think a lot to do with this car is because I'm getting old too.  

I thought this was a temporary car but I'm not thinking of selling for a long time. Well done on your astute purchase       

Nice looking car. Be surprised if control arms had gone on that mileage but maybe the rubber has just aged! 

What is the drive like compared to your previous cars ?  

That is one of the most amusing posts I've read this year. One of those could bankrupt a Premier division footballer. It will never be out of the shop       

18 hours ago, WSandME said:

This came up today...

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202106053510893?include-delivery-option=on&make=LEXUS&model=LS 600H&radius=1501&advertising-location=at_cars&onesearchad=New&onesearchad=Nearly New&onesearchad=Used&postcode=wn48sl&sort=relevance&page=1

 

Any comments???

Similar to mine. I've noticed the LS's have all gone up in price

I took my LS600 to Dave at Lex-tek to change the nsf air strut part was £775. Does ride better but am sure the other one will go next few thousand miles. Good guy is Dave and his charge was very reasonable.      

Hi Malc

Hope you well. I personally never use Timpsons very overpriced. Wanted to charge me £8 for a yale key. The block didnt seem bothered when I said I will let him know. £3 down the road. I buy a pack of allsorted watch batteries from pound shop takes about minute to do or order off ebay 

8 minutes ago, LexusRbest said:

I have been successful in this respect .

Autoglass repair glass breakage.....

If you do it yourself you will need to remove the glass panel to fit the new seal.

while it is out use tissue or kitchen towel to dry the joint between glass and metal subframe and apply a bead of polyurethane sealant like sikaflex( now available from screwfix) between the two on the inside edge of the metal subframe, just in case they did copy webasto............

You little beauty. Will speak to Autoglass see if they will attempt this many thanks David