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Lexus GX 470 Maintenance and Repair

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Re: GX 470 2005 Problems [tritel] by txcarbuyer1
Jan 16, 2007 (10:58 am)
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Replying to: tritel (Sep 03, 2006 10:00 am)

Can you give us an update on how your GX issue was resolved? We have a 2005 GX that has had a similar track record. Thanks
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2004 GX470 by vwsharlow
Mar 30, 2007 (6:48 pm)
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I have a 2004 GX470 and have recently (in the past 3 months) noticed a clunking sound when I put on the brakes. I noticed some postings about that. Has anyone had it looked at and what did it cost to repair it? Also have had the problem with the AC compressor going out - started before the warranty was out and the dealer could not find a problem. Has anyone had this repaired? If so, how much? I am considering purchasing a new car and thought about a 2007 GX470 - any thoughts? Also, does the 2007 have Bluetooth capability?
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Re: 2004 GX470 [vwsharlow] by jasp615
Mar 31, 2007 (3:31 am)
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Replying to: vwsharlow (Mar 30, 2007 6:48 pm)

Ok as for the clunk that is not warranty that is a TSB and I had mine fixed and it works like a dream now. Have the dealership look this up it's a well know problem with the Gx 470 but once fixed there isn't ever a problem again. I beleive it's an upper and lower control arm and drive shaft.
 
As for the AC compressor I haven't had that problem but I guess if you have that written down as a problem prior to the warranty running out and it's still doing it I would question that also.
 
My 2006 has bluetooth and love it.
 
I went from having a 2003 and a 2005 Escalade to a Gx 470 (always had large trucks) and I will never drive anything else. We are thrilled with our choice.
 
Sami
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Re: 2004 GX470 [jasp615] by vwsharlow
Mar 31, 2007 (7:33 pm)
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Replying to: jasp615 (Mar 31, 2007 3:31 am)

Thanks for the info. For the record, I made a mistake, I have a 2003 GX470. By the way, what is TSB? I just looked at a 2007 GX470 & I think that's what I will buy. I really love my GX - hard to imagine driving anything else.
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Re: 2004 GX470 [vwsharlow] by jasp615
Apr 01, 2007 (6:30 am)
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Replying to: vwsharlow (Mar 31, 2007 7:33 pm)

TSB stands for Tecnical Service Bulletin which has nothing to do with warranty. This is something that the company puts out letting you know that there is something wrong that needs to be fix but it doesn't need to have a recall due to not posing a safty hazzard. Under your Vin number I believe they can tell if this was ever addressed. If not you are entitled to have this done. One thing I'm not sure of if this has to be done while sill under the original 4 yrs or 50,000 mile. Out of 20 new trucks that we have owned this has to be one of the best choices that we have made. This is also the first foreign trucks that we have owned also. Can't compare.
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Re: 2004 GX470 [jasp615] by steve_ HOST
Apr 01, 2007 (7:20 am)
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Replying to: jasp615 (Apr 01, 2007 6:30 am)

"A technical service bulletin is actually an advisory issued by a manufacturer for use by dealership service departments.
 
And, of course, the best thing about finding a TSB that seems to cover a persistent problem in your vehicle is that dealerships will make the repair for free, provided that
 
    * Your vehicle is under warranty;
 
    * Your service advisor and/or technicians are able to confirm that the problem exists. "
 
You, Your Vehicle and the Technical Service Bulletin (TSB)
 
Edmunds has summary TSB info in the Edmunds Maintenance Guide.
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Re: 2004 GX470 [vwsharlow] by stormbringer1
Apr 27, 2007 (3:12 pm)
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Replying to: vwsharlow (Mar 30, 2007 6:48 pm)

Never had a clunking sound until some rear brake work was done on our 04 model. Lexus is aware of problem it should not be an issue getting it fixed. it actually feels like someone tapping your rear bumper with a clunking noise.
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Problems with front seats by stormbringer1
Apr 27, 2007 (3:20 pm)
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Have been hearing clanking noises from front passenger seat when someone is riding in vehicle. Almost sounds like a loose soda can hitting the side of the car. Of course Lexus did not do as I requested in having a person sit in the passenger seat when test driving, had to waste another day to return and have manager ride in vehicle. Funny heard the noise going right out the drive-way at Lexus. End result is they changed the entire passenger seat. Anyone encounter this I have a new passenger seat that does not match the drivers seat in terms of the wear on the leather. Lexus is replacing a part on the drivers side but not sure what that is. Things usually get resolved with Lexus but this one has me wondering. It looks funny with new gray leather and the others are smooth.
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Re: Lexus GX 470 Problems & Solutions [roni] by mitchusson
May 24, 2007 (12:10 pm)
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Replying to: roni (Jan 20, 2006 2:13 pm)

From Don in Denver
Did you ever get your garage door opener on the GX to work? I just bought a GX and cannot get the rolling code garage door opener to work as instructed in the owner's manual.
I'm using a Chamberlain Series 1200 rolling code garage door opener.
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Re: Pulsating Brakes [flsaltydog] by kendall8
Jun 25, 2007 (10:47 am)
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Replying to: flsaltydog (Jul 12, 2006 4:56 am)

I have the same brake problem. At 12,000 miles Lexus said I need new breaks. I took it to my local shop. They said no way. Now they pluse (18k miles). How did it work out for you? MILBYDAVEAOL.COM

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