Sasbambam

Hi All

i had same code. Took it to Lexis to diagnose and they took back seats out. Said it was full of water. They have had it for four weeks and now say that it is beyond economical repair. It’s a 2008 RX 400 H I paid 6K . it’s in mint condition,  they want 12 K to repair it. They have stripped it down completely what do I do please help???. Any suggestions where I could take it ? 

I haven't started my 2008 RX 450h for 2 weeks. Today it started and after 500m a beep started and my dash said “check hybrid system. Check VSC” . I pulled over and switched off the engine. Then it wouldn’t  start. The garage said it was probably a drained Battery. I called the aa and they got it started twice, but then it just locked out again. Can anyone tell me what it may be. Do I need to get it to lexus ?

Can anyone recommend a trusted website for second hand parts. Or is anyone selling a full head lamp including main ECU

Thank you Sarah

Thank you 

RX 400H

head lamps have moisture inside any advice ? 
Can anyone point me in the right direction ?. 

Thank you for your help 😀

Does anyone know how to transfer contacts to the phone book RX450h. Instructions in manual don’t work. 

Please could anyone help me?. I have tried to transfer my contacts from my Iphone to my phone book. I have successfully added my phone and connected to Bluetooth however, each time I try to transfer my contacts, my Bluetooth hands free disconnects on my lphone, but the screen on my car still shows it’s under transfer. I’ve left my engine running for ages but nothing seems to happen and no contacts are transferred. There is nothing in the manual to suggest I’ve missed anything it seems quite simple. I read on the internet that I need a file transfer app first it this correct ?

Any suggestions? It’s been over a year since I’ve had my car and I’ve tried it multiple times, am I missing something?

Sarah 

I have a 2008 RX 450h and there is a sat nav CD in the boot. Will I be able to buy an updated cd from the same website? 

I bought my 2008 RX 450h from an advert on this site. It is an amazing car. The chap had taken the converter off for fear of it being stolen. He had downloaded  a lot of information from the internet showing that the 450h did not need the cat to pass the mot.(he gave me the cat with the car of course) he had fitted something else. When I took my car for the mot last year it passed without the cat on. 

On 3/3/2022 at 9:36 PM, A-Rod said:

As the title suggests, unfortunately my catalytic converter has been stolen a few days ago overnight -  just as I prepared the car for sale, MOT'd it and so on.

How have you dealt with such a situation? Did you fit a guard lock? How much does it cost? What are you doing to prevent this happening to your hybrid?

Once I fit the part, I'll put it up for sale again. I'm unsure if I can say this here, but wanted to do so in case anyone is interested before I post the actual advert on the net. Having checked the adverts online, I believe mine is a one off example out there.

No Worries, I’m all sorted now. 😉

Hi Lexus Lovelies. 
has anyone had issues with the Battery when the the RX 400h has not been started or Driven for 3-4 weeks ? Is it possible to leave the Battery on trickle charge ? I understand  (if I am correct) there are 2 batteries, the electric Battery and a 12v Battery ?. Any advise please ??? 

6 hours ago, vrodman said:

Sarah has a new car 😁.... and I have a tear in my eye 😪

Best car I've ever had by a country mile but for me, it's the right time for a change. I reckon something in Sonic Titanium with black leather interior would be good after the new year....

Thank Paul, we are chuffed to bits with it. Stephen as been allowed to drive it to the petrol station on the understanding he fills it up with fuel lol .

5 hours ago, royoftherovers said:

Excellent news Paul, thanks for the update. Any piccies of the handover ceremony?

What`ll you get now Paul in the RX lineup?

Let`s hope she comes back and reveals her new offspring.

Absolutely, Paul has done us proud and I’m so great full. It’s in mint condition and he even drove it over to our local garage to be inspected prior to purchase. He’s a top genuine guy and he can rest assured I will look after her as well as he did. Pics will be posted very soon I’m sure . Thanks again Paul.  

7 hours ago, Barry14UK said:

Previously covered in this thread:-

 

Thanks fir that. Very helpful. 

Hi Herbie, most of the MOT’s for the 400h seem to have had a mention of the suspension arm bush noted . Is this a common fault and is it expensive to rectify? 

Do all SE -L Lexus 2009 have air suspension? I am interested in one,  but there has been an issue with the suspension air arm bush and it seems to be a common issue with some models . I have been advised to avoid air suspension. I called  the garage selling the car which is a SE-L and they are telling me it does not have air suspension ? 

3 hours ago, Osprey said:

Did you use this link? Check the MOT history of a vehicle - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) 

Yes that’s the one 

Hi all,

just looking on the Official Lexus website and found a car I fancy . Checked out the Mot History on the gov website but it only shows the latest one. Anyone any idea why that would be ? Car is 2010 MOT for 2020 ???

Unfortunately Roy, we didn’t get to that point I haven’t been to see it because it wasn’t convenient for him at this moment time . I’m hopeful he still wants to sell but in the meantime I need to keep looking . 
sas 

Well, looks like I’m still looking. Poor Paul can’t part with his at the moment but fingers crossed. If anyone spies anything within 50 miles from L40 please give me a nudge. Decided on RX 400h or 450 h any pointers much appreciated?

sas 

1 hour ago, Sasbambam said:

Hi Paul,

Ive not found one yet, yours looks nice and your round the corner i live near Parbold. What are you looking for price wise i don't want to waste your time. 

Hi Paul,

How would tomorrow be ? Could you pm on sasbambam@gmail.com

2 hours ago, Barry14UK said:

On your doorstep in relative terms Sarah and a way of avoiding the middleman and his cut to the mutual advantage of both member iif price can be agreed.

Would be nice to know outcome.

It's quite endearing being given information on this site, I'm so glad I joined. I am so worried about getting swindled but I feel so much safer with all the snippets of information I have received from the Lexus club. Thank you all for your comments good or bad they are very helpful. Hopefully Paul will come back to me and i can go and have a look.

On 11/28/2020 at 3:53 PM, Herbie said:

The rear wheels are driven by the electric motor so when the hybrid system decides it needs to be all wheels driven, then it will activate.

Useful information, thanks