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Re: Doctor's Lexus Explodes in West Memphis (I fear similar fate with defected [vmarie]
by thardgrave
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Feb 04, 2009 (12:38 pm)
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Replying to: vmarie (Feb 04, 2009 10:40 am)
I don't know what to make of your story...we have owned a Lexus GS300 for almost 10 years, and several different Toyota products since 1983.......and have never experienced or even heard of what has happened to you.....anywhere.......and it is hard to believe there is a conspiracy between all news outlets and Consumer's Reports to hush all this up. I have heard so many unusual stories over the years of things happening to people that I guess anything is possible, but it would be interesting to hear from other owners if they share your experience with these poorly made Toyota products and their vendetta against women buyers. I will say that a lot of women do get taken advantage of on cars, and not just Toyota, but also service centers.
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Re: Doctor's Lexus Explodes in West Memphis (I fear similar fate with defected [thardgrave]
by sallen10
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Feb 04, 2009 (1:08 pm)
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Replying to: thardgrave (Feb 04, 2009 12:38 pm)
Can someone explain further about cause/effect? Is the explosion being attributed to the well known oil sludge problem that occurred in Toyota V6 engines in both Toyota (Highlander) and Lexus (RX300) problems. I have owned a 1999 RX300 from inception and despite regular scheduled oil changes developed the oil sludge problem. I had received a letter from Lexus alerting me to the potential problem encouraging me to do regular oil services. At 80k miles, the engine got to the point that within 1000 miles of the oil change, that when braking, the dashboard oil light would flicker. Yet there was no smoke or other obvious adverse effects. I took the RX to the Lexus dealership with my service receipts, they confirmed the oil sludge problem, gave me a rental car for a week, and rebuilt the engine. I still have the RX with 135kmiles and have had no other issues with regard to the engine.
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Re: Doctor's Lexus Explodes in West Memphis (I fear similar fate with defected [sallen10]
by steve_ HOST
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Feb 04, 2009 (5:47 pm)
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Replying to: sallen10 (Feb 04, 2009 1:08 pm)
"An explosive device is to blame in this morning's explosion of a doctor's car"
Update: Device Found in West Memphis Car Explosion (MSNBC)
Explosive Device Found -- Lexus Hybrid SUV Explosion NOT Linked to Car (US News)
I've heard some odd conspiracy theories in my day, but this one may just take the cake.
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Re: Doctor's Lexus Explodes in West Memphis (I fear similar fate with defected [sallen10]
by erik_h
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Feb 04, 2009 (5:52 pm)
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Replying to: sallen10 (Feb 04, 2009 1:08 pm)
Check the news, it was a bomb.
As for the sludge issue, my 1999 (early May 1998 build) doesn't have the sludge issue and is now at 117K miles and past the warranty period. I've never had the oil light go on while driving it. One of my co-workers had the sludge issue on his 04 highlander. Not all vehicles with this engine have the problem.
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Re: Doctor's Lexus Explodes in West Memphis (I fear similar fate with defected [sallen10]
by tidester HOST
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Feb 04, 2009 (7:51 pm)
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Replying to: sallen10 (Feb 04, 2009 1:08 pm)
Can someone explain further about cause/effect?
The cause is the cable networks being too lazy/inept to broadcast news properly. Their on screen crawlers simply displayed the message "Doctor's Lexus Explodes" and it wasn't until hours later that they bothered to report any detail. The effect was people interpreting that as "Lexus BAAAD!"
tidester, host
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Bluetooth Compatibility
by jgant
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Feb 08, 2009 (12:56 pm)
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I have a 2008 Highlander with Navigation. I'm considering the purchase of a new cell phone and am concerned about Bluetooth compatibility. I've read here in the past there have been some issues. I'm considering the purchase of one of the following; LG, Voyager; Samsung, SCH-u700; or the LG, 8360 (maybe new to the market); can anyone advise me whether they have had success with compatibility of these phones? I've checked the web site which lists compatible phones and I did not see them listed. Have heard that the list gets update about every 2 weeks or so. I’ll continue to check. Just thought I'd check with others. Thanks.
V/R
Jim
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Re: Bluetooth Compatibility [jgant]
by mdhutton
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Feb 08, 2009 (3:59 pm)
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Replying to: jgant (Feb 08, 2009 12:56 pm)
I have a LG EnV and it's compatibility is just fine.
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Re: Bluetooth Compatibility [jgant]
by thardgrave
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Feb 08, 2009 (10:14 pm)
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Replying to: jgant (Feb 08, 2009 12:56 pm)
You should ask your dealer about compatibility.....they either have a list of all the compatible phones, or can refer you to an on-line site that does. You need to be sure, as it won't work if not compatible! I would also tell you that I was not real happy initially with my Blue Tooth...people I was calling complained about not understanding me real well. I called my dealer, and he told me how to go in and re-set the outgoing volume level, which helped a lot. That info is not in the owner's manual, but he walked me through it over the phone. I would also advise asking for the CD they have available to help learn the Navigation system........the manual isn't all that clear on it's various functions.......you have to use it to really learn it, but I use my frequently and like both it and the Bluetooth and wouldn't buy again without either. Good luck!!
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Re: Bluetooth Compatibility [mdhutton]
by jgant
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Feb 09, 2009 (5:27 pm)
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Replying to: mdhutton (Feb 08, 2009 3:59 pm)
Thanks much for your assistance
Jim
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Re: Bluetooth Compatibility [thardgrave]
by jgant
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Feb 09, 2009 (5:28 pm)
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Replying to: thardgrave (Feb 08, 2009 10:14 pm)
Thanks much, very helpful
Jim
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