Lexus RX 400h: Problems & Solutions - READ ONLY

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#3 of 202 Ignition switch loose? by dmbflorida Jul 06, 2005 (3:49 pm)
I have not gone in for the free "30 day" inspection/evaluation of my 400h because I have only about 300 miles on it. However, on about 3 or 4 occasions, I have not been able to start my car immediately because the ignition switch does not "turn on" (get a Ready signal). I have tried all possible lateral moves of the key plus pushing in and out of the key in different combinations. The key seemed blocked. Finally, after 4 - 8 times of attempting to turn the key in the above manner, the key did turn appropriately and the power system came on. I also have noticed that my Ready signal is 30 seconds or so slower to come on sometimes than someone else's 400h. Has anyone had this experience? Does it sound like a loose ignition switch and therefore, should I go in for service ASAP? I don't want to be stranded somewhere. Replies to this message: roycrawf (Sep 23, 2005 10:00 am) lexrexblue (Nov 30, 2005 7:51 pm) roycrawf (Dec 01, 2005 12:13 pm)
#7 of 202 PS notes.... by wwest Jul 13, 2005 (7:47 pm)
From the RX400h owners manual. Page 418 left column, top... "Driving conditions where the steering wheel must be turned frequently may cause an overload to the electric power steering system. The system will reduce assistance for some time to prevent the power steering from overheating. In this case, you may feel some resistance when turning the steering wheel though it is not a malfunction." And some of you didn't believe the RX330 AWD system timed out after 45 seconds to prevent the ABS pumpmotor from overheating.
#8 of 202 TRAC notes... by wwest Jul 13, 2005 (7:53 pm)
Page 451 of the RX400H owners manual, left column: " !CAUTION Under certain slippery road conditions, full traction of the vehicle and power against drive wheels cannot be maintained, even though the traction control system is in operation.." Anyone care to guess what this statement might mean?? Replies to this message: maxamigo (Jul 14, 2005 3:19 am)
#9 of 202 Re: TRAC notes... [wwest] by maxamigo Jul 14, 2005 (3:19 am)
Replying to: wwest (Jul 13, 2005 7:53 pm) It sounds like a CYA statement.