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Didn't happen 1st winter. Last winter started happenning.
This year it already happened when the cold weather arrived.
Talked to service dealer today. Fix is on the way, probably in
Jan 09. Hopefully it will fix the brake dust issue too. Hang in
there.
Squealing brakes don't bother me much as the windshield ticking
noise. But it will be taken care next month when I bring
the car in.
I also notice that my brakes are beginning to make noise after only 8500 miles. Is there a fix for this and the great amount of brake dust?
Lastly has anyone been able to come across mud flaps for the vehicle?
Thank you
for mudguards.
Fix for brake squealing & dust coming next January.
Probably more at dealers.
I'll pass on this one.
according to TSB NV005-06 (Upper/Lower Windshield Noise).
Mine is due for repair this week for the Lower noise.
Windshield noise occurs when the temp is around 40F.
The brakes squeal occurs around 30F. Lexus is working
on this issue. Hopefully they'll have a fix in Jan 09 from what I
heard.
Only answer was "Japan is aware of the problem and their first try at a solution failed."
I have a $60,000 automobile that sounds worse than a NYC taxicab with no date for any resolution.
Very poor response.
I never heard back from him or any one else...
I was wondering how long it takes for Lexus to send the feedback survey?, is it a phone survey or a form?
Also are there any other things I should expect from Lexus after the purchase of the car?
Can I take my car for the 1K and 5K service to a different dealer?
What in particular you did not like about the dealership when you picked up your car?
The written survey should come in the first month. I'm surprise the GM didn't get back with you. Not very Lexus-like, but dealers vary in their service. I left the dealer in Macon because of poor service.
Where did you go in ATL?
I also have a squeak on the WIndshield / dash area that occurs in cold weather. Minor bumps in the road and turns into a parking lot that make the car flex create the noise. Inside Rearview mirror also vibrates (a lot) when the sun roof is open. Makes me wonder about the body handles flex.
the creaking noise. I inserted a soft foam as a cushion between
the windshield & dashboard on both driver side & passenger side. The creaking noise is very much gone every time the
car runs over a bump now. The insertion is between the vent
hole & a small speaker on the dashboard, on each side.
The TSB for rearview mirror fixed the vibration. The dealer
has to replace a mirror. The mirror costs a fortune, but it's
covered under warranty.
Still waiting for a fix to the brake squealing noise. Dealer will let
me know when the new parts arrive (ETA in late Jan 09).
Today outside temperature is below 32F, and the brakes squeal
every time I used them. Kinda annoying.
fix the brake squealing noise today.
Did anyone have yours replaced?
Have an appt to replace mine in 2 weeks.
I finally took the dealer to task, and told them I deserved a complete brake job right now under warranty, and if the problem arises again before a permanent fix, I should continue to get brake jobs under warranty. Who knows if they will ever fix this problem. By the way, the dealer agreed.
I think if all GS owners took this position, I would prove so costly to Lexus they might get off thier duff and solve the problem
The insertion point is midway between the defroster vent &
the speaker on each side.
I used 6" (wide) x 1 1/4 (deep) x 1/4 (thickness) vibration
damper pads, one on each side.
With a little force, push the pad down the
gap between the windshield & dashboard until it's not visible
from the inside. No, it's not visible from the outside (that was the
first thing I checked after I pushed it in).
Foam may not work because it could still cause noise when the
dashboard pushes against it when the car runs over bumps.
Your squealing brake fix may fall into excessive dust fix.
If the screeching noise comes back, tell dealer about new pads &
rotors.
won't be available until late January 09.
Already made an appointment for it in two weeks along with recent Lexus recalls/special service campaigns.
Dealer thought Lexus came out with a new pad to fix the brake
squealing noise, but new shims instead.
So I requested alternative pads to fix the excessive brake dust.
Dealer installed new shims & new pads. So far the squealing noise has gone away.
Dealer also serviced 2 recalls (fuel delivery pipe & rear booster
pin). Lexus also paid for a full gas tank for fuel delivery pipe
repair.
I am in market to buy a GS 350 with Navigation Package. Before I enter the dealership I really like to have my home work done.
The best price which was given to me was from Sterling Mc Call Lexus Dealership in Houston Tx
Luxury Performance Package w/Navigation: (includes)...
6-Speed AT with Sequential Multi-Mode and Electronic Throttle Control with Intelligence (ETCS-I)
(RS) Rain Sensing Wipers w/Mist Control, Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) and Headlamp Cleaners
(SS) Power Rear Window Sunshde
(VS) Ventilated Front Seats
(LS) Wood and Leather Steering Wheel
(FW) 18" Summer Tires with Spare
(Z1) Preferred Accessory Package (Wheel Locks, Trunk Mat, & Cargo Net)
(NV) Navigation System w/compass, EMV, and Rear Camera
(RF) Rear Spoiler
(BA) Rear Bumper Applique
(IK) iPod Interface Kit
MSRP = $50,445 ... Internet Special = $47,531
Can someone provide me with some feedback. Thanks
Hope you are doing great. What are some of reasonable offerings for NEW left over 08 gs350 [~100s mile] RWD, no nagivations. Does 42.5K Out the door sound reasonable in Dallas/Forthworth areas?
thanks very much for your kind replays
please email me if you have further questions/reasonable offerings
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Biggest question is how and to whom to seek resolution. Obviously the dealer. But, what advice is out there on how to avoid the potholes in this discussion.
Thanks
hp 4077
Have other folks had the same experience, or did I simply get a bad vehicle. I read so may great things about comfort and smoothness that I thought the vehicle would glide, but I felt a very shaky bumpy ride. Do I need to go test drive a couple others or is this the way it is?
The GS is more on the sporty side so You will feel the bumps. If you really want a smooth ride I would recommend checking out the ES. Next time when you are at the dealership try out both cars back to back so you can feel the difference.
Thankyou