nbeihl

The backlighting on my instrument cluster is dim behind the 10mph area and bright everywhere else. There is a light bulb or LED burned out. On most cars you can just replace a bulb back there. Is this possible on the GX470?

I can not find the part number anywhere.

lexusecu

I have the same issue and the dealer told me you have to replace the whole instrument panel to the tune of about $900 (if i remember correctly). I have just gotten used to it.

danmm7

This is a bit hard to believe. I will check in the service manual later to confirm, but i am willing to bet that there must be bulb/LED that can be replaced. How can Lexus expect owners to pay $900 because of simple lighting problem. I've had Audi's and worked on BMWs before and they are famous for dashboard lighting issues, yet the fix was usually simple and cheap - replace the bulb(s).
I'll be shocked if Lexus is an exception.

nbeihl

I finally got around to taking out the dash, and it is true, our instrument cluster is backlit by LED's and we are unable to replace just one of them.

jhaz

That's a real bummer. I have the same problem and this is the first post actually stating that. Thanks for the info. If you find a fix, please post!

TaninAuto

We repair all GX and LX clusters and can repair any lighting issues you have with them. Please shoot me a PM for pricing.

Kermee

iTrader: (1)

Wow. This just happened to me within the last week also. Exact same area.

What a bummer. Now I need to decide if I can live with it or not...

Cheers,
Kermee

Vims

Well as I am EE i can replaced one by one just use solder. If you can post a picture i can tell if that possible or not. Try to chat to electronic tech / eng. I will not pay $900 for the new one, it is totally BS

TaninAuto

We do full rebuilds for $199 and partial rebuilds for $99.

Both prices include return shipping and repair time is generally 1 day.