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And there was a period of time early in the life of Mobil 1 when the FAA ruled that in could not be used in aircraft engines. It was reformulated to get reapproved.
Your wife's 2005 Lexus RX330 is probably Canadian-built. You can confirm it by checking the VIN number. Canadian VINs start with "2".
Starting with the 2004 models, RX 330s are built in Canada in the same factory that builds the Toyota Corolla and Toyota Matrix in Cambridge, Ontario. The plant has won four Gold Awards from J.D. Power and Associates for quality in the past 12 years.
Lexus told me to replace the transmission mount....I did that ...the vibration still exist...I cannot afford to keep experimenting with different guest fixes..., too expensive.....next lexus suggested that I replace the 2 front motor mounts.
Pls some one help me. What should I do? There's nothing with the mich harmony tires...already had them checked, and re-balanced...nice and round.
Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Waht else could ause the vibrations?
Thanks,
Gwen
Unfortunately, the internal combustion gasoline engine is very inefficient, only about 20 to 25% thermal efficiency; in other words only 20 to 25% of the potential energy in gasoline is converted to any real work; ie: moving the automobile from point A to point B. Consider all the energy lost to compress all those inerts in air (79%), friction, cooling fluids/radiator, hot gases out the tail pipe, etc.
If we could every get rid of the internal combustion engine and use more efficient types of devices, we could solve the energy shortage problems. Of course, the petroleum industry (API, oil and gas producers, and others at the trough down the supply chain) would be very sad.
Jiffy Lube uses bulk oil for "normal" oil changes, but they have bottled product available on request--synthetic, semi synthetic, etc.
Hope this helps,
Sam
The air intake button on the climate control will only allow recirculation air mode when you select the exhaust gas automatic setting. The system does not allow the automatic function to switch between recirculated air and outside air when you select the middle "auto" function if the sensor detects harmful substances in the air as it used to. I can manually select either the recirc or outside and then when I select auto it will only stay in the recirc mode. I initially thought that maybe the smog sensor, after being reminded of it, might be set too high. I've checked and the sensitivity for the smog sensor is set at medium. Nothing else in the owner's manual for the car helps, am using the Nav manual since that is where the climate info is at for cars with Nav.
Doesn't cause any drivability problems but it's not working properly.
Any one with an idea? :confuse:
If that works then return to automatic mode and reduce the smog sensor sensitivity to minimum and see if it then selects fresh.
If it does go into fresh mode then you may have an overly sensitive or failed smog sensor element. If it doesn't switch to fresh in the lowest sensitivity setting then it likely needs dealer attention.
Unless....
Keep in mind that these systems operate the A/C compressor all year around unless the OAT drops to or near the freezing level. If it is COLD outside but not yet down to that level the system may be staying in the recirculate position in order to provide a higher level of dehumidification capability via the use of the A/C.
Newer systems have a humidity sensor and if the humidity level can be controlled via the A/C then it is more economical to use the recirculate mode continuously.
I seem to remember the dealer telling me about some complaints of an odd smell coming thru the A/C ducts on some Lexus models. He told me that they thot it was caused by the excessive humidity caused by leaving the A/C in "recirculate mode continuously". He recommended to operate the A/C in the fresh air mode to dry out the A/C ducts and A/C box. Of course this would only work when the outside air is fairly dry.
So what's new...
See the EED, electronic evaporator dryer, at airsept.com
Good explanation of the dirty gym socks odor and a possible solution.
Thanks much for your suggestions - tried them all and really appreciated the ideas.
I have 1999 Lexus LS 400. I have similar problem starting my car. It does not start (it runs OK once it started) right away. This problem started about 3-4 months back and I put a new battery. Problem still happens once every couple of weeks. After trying 10 times or so, it starts. Independent mechanic near my home says it could be starter problem (guessing) and asking for about $450 where as dealer (he is also guessing it is a starter problem) is asking for around $1200.
Any suggestions? I am not sure it is really a starter problem.
Thanks for your help...
RaoP
My question is: Who has found the same very positive experience going to an independent Lexus service shop like I certainly have?
I just love the "average cost of ownership" over the long lifetime of ownership that I'm striving for.
Frankly, I believe my 1990 LS 400 will start to go up in value in 4 years from now. Then, the overall average yearly cost of ownership will be even lower than it is now! With the new more firm suspension system I put in it, I am really enjoying it. It is almost like my 2001 EuroSport LS 430.
I just love the fact that I have a Nacamichi stereo (can't get that brand anymore) in it, and an air conditioning system that has real freon in it, which I believe is about 10% to 15% cooler than the new refrigerants.
These Lexus Service & Repair independents were started by former Master Lexus Mechanics, and are sorely needed in the DFW, Texas area, in my opinion. Daniel Davenport and Jerry Pratt=(Jerry has 16 years Lexus experience) both let you go out by your car and get an education, while watching and talking to the mechanics as they work on your car. For me, that's a "value added" experience.
Thanks for all your help.
RaoP
You havent got clue, making statments like that shows it.
The Cadillac Northstar engine also has the starter inside the engine - and it's in the engine valley, under the intake manifold. Damn near an engine rebuild by the time you pull all the crap off the top to get to it. Not any better design.
Eric
fix the defect and what were the expenses? Thanks very much.
Also, do Ceramic brake pads last longer than the OEM's?
Also, I think ceramics last well, but may not work to specs with your rotors.
Personally I look for brake pads that EAT rotors for lunch and vice versa.
Ever think about those ads for lifetime brake pads might be somewhat self full-filling..??
Funny remarks though...
Any easy fix to my bouncy seat??????
http://www.tirerack.com/index.jsp?source=S13674x009-branded&code=yes&keyword=tir- e+rack&
mechanics in CENTRAL NJ. My Front right suspension is fine on most surfaces. But when I hit a small pot hole or a raised surface [ eg: driveway entrace where the driveway is abt an inch or more raised ] there is a THUD and it feels like the shocks have no effect at all. I had my mechanic check and he says everything in the suspension is snug and tight. Otherwise the ride is super. Thanks for your feedback.
You need new Strut bars, they cannot be checked, every 80K to 90K they must be replaced in your generation of Lexus.
If backing up then moving forward and applying the brakes make a thud this confirms the Strut Bars are bad.
(1) Strut mount
(2) Strut rod bushing
Could you help me by giving the name as Lexus would list it
THANKS