IS250 Carbon Build up CSP
08-13-13, 08:39 AM
#751
Yesterday night I was driving around Westminster area and my car suddenly started idling funny as soon as I came up to a light. Dashboard lit up like a Christmas tree with the VSC, check engine and traction control light. Drove it back home like that and the lights were still there this morning. Seems like another case of the engine misfire...
Took my baby into Longo Lexus as Graso had suggested. Right off the bat I could tell the overall difference in customer service. I dropped off my car this morning and he is going to get the process started so I can get the overhaul situation taken care of asap. He hooked me up with a Lexus loaner car as well (ct200h). This thing gets like a million miles per gallon.
I'll report back as soon as I hear an update from Mr. Wong, I would highly recommend him for anyone else looking to get their Lexus serviced.
Took my baby into Longo Lexus as Graso had suggested. Right off the bat I could tell the overall difference in customer service. I dropped off my car this morning and he is going to get the process started so I can get the overhaul situation taken care of asap. He hooked me up with a Lexus loaner car as well (ct200h). This thing gets like a million miles per gallon.
I'll report back as soon as I hear an update from Mr. Wong, I would highly recommend him for anyone else looking to get their Lexus serviced.
08-13-13, 03:47 PM
#752
Well that was fast!
Just got a call from my service adviser and he had great news for me. My engine overhaul got approved and it's going to get done right away. Should have the car back within 1 1/2- 2 weeks and they're possibly going to install my new SPC front camber kit
Just got a call from my service adviser and he had great news for me. My engine overhaul got approved and it's going to get done right away. Should have the car back within 1 1/2- 2 weeks and they're possibly going to install my new SPC front camber kit
08-16-13, 10:25 PM
#753
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Finally Taking My IS in for the Recall
My service advisor from Lexus Escondido called me last week. After waiting since January, they are ready to repair my vehicle. I'm taking it in on this Monday, and he told me that they will have my car for about 4-5 days. I'll keep you posted.
08-21-13, 02:34 PM
#755
I'm picking up my car today! It's been at Longo Lexus for a little over a week. I'll post back tomorrow with some feedback on how the car feels.
Is there a recommended way of breaking in the engine for the first couple hundred miles that I drive the car?
Thanks
Is there a recommended way of breaking in the engine for the first couple hundred miles that I drive the car?
Thanks
08-22-13, 11:59 AM
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Has anyone had the carbon buildup issue after the pistons were replaced? I had my pistons replaced last year. I've noticed about a handful of times now that my car is starting to shake after i come to a stop. It doesn't shake as hard as before and maybe not as often, but I think the issue is coming back.
08-22-13, 04:57 PM
#758
I've driven the car for about 65 miles so far and it feels great! throttle response is nice and quick, took it up to 120 last night on the fwy and she felt really solid. no funny noises or anything. I'm keeping the rpm's in the low to mid range. I won't redline it until I at least pass the 1k mile mark which is when I plan on doing my first oil change.
08-23-13, 02:46 PM
#759
Lexus Test Driver
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Took it up to 120? Trying to keep rpm's low? Won't redline? Goodness gracious, have mercy on your new engine my friend!
Took it up to 120? Trying to keep rpm's low? Won't redline? Goodness gracious, have mercy on your new engine my friend!
08-24-13, 04:30 PM
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I just picked up my vehicle this afternoon from Lexus of Escondido. I brought it in on Monday afternoon. It was ready within their 5 day promise of having those repairs done. My loaner was the new RX 350.
My SA, Adam, told me that they noticed some leaking from my water pump and that it was replaced at no cost (since my vehicle is still under warranty). I have exactly 85,000 miles on my vehicle, and this was the first time I had my water pump changed.
Since I live about 40 miles from Escondido, I got on the 15 fwy north and hit it all the way home. The first thing that I noticed was that my IS runs a whole heck of a lot smoother. It's quieter, especially when I hit some of those steep hills on the 15 Fwy and by my home. Another thing that I noticed was that it has more power.
My SA, Adam, told me that they noticed some leaking from my water pump and that it was replaced at no cost (since my vehicle is still under warranty). I have exactly 85,000 miles on my vehicle, and this was the first time I had my water pump changed.
Since I live about 40 miles from Escondido, I got on the 15 fwy north and hit it all the way home. The first thing that I noticed was that my IS runs a whole heck of a lot smoother. It's quieter, especially when I hit some of those steep hills on the 15 Fwy and by my home. Another thing that I noticed was that it has more power.
08-24-13, 04:49 PM
#762
Lexus Test Driver
I just picked up my vehicle this afternoon from Lexus of Escondido. I brought it in on Monday afternoon. It was ready within their 5 day promise of having those repairs done. My loaner was the new RX 350.
My SA, Adam, told me that they noticed some leaking from my water pump and that it was replaced at no cost (since my vehicle is still under warranty). I have exactly 85,000 miles on my vehicle, and this was the first time I had my water pump changed.
Since I live about 40 miles from Escondido, I got on the 15 fwy north and hit it all the way home. The first thing that I noticed was that my IS runs a whole heck of a lot smoother. It's quieter, especially when I hit some of those steep hills on the 15 Fwy and by my home. Another thing that I noticed was that it has more power.
My SA, Adam, told me that they noticed some leaking from my water pump and that it was replaced at no cost (since my vehicle is still under warranty). I have exactly 85,000 miles on my vehicle, and this was the first time I had my water pump changed.
Since I live about 40 miles from Escondido, I got on the 15 fwy north and hit it all the way home. The first thing that I noticed was that my IS runs a whole heck of a lot smoother. It's quieter, especially when I hit some of those steep hills on the 15 Fwy and by my home. Another thing that I noticed was that it has more power.
08-24-13, 06:33 PM
#763
Pole Position
Has anyone had the carbon buildup issue after the pistons were replaced? I had my pistons replaced last year. I've noticed about a handful of times now that my car is starting to shake after i come to a stop. It doesn't shake as hard as before and maybe not as often, but I think the issue is coming back.
08-26-13, 05:44 AM
#764
Has anyone had the carbon buildup issue after the pistons were replaced? I had my pistons replaced last year. I've noticed about a handful of times now that my car is starting to shake after i come to a stop. It doesn't shake as hard as before and maybe not as often, but I think the issue is coming back.
Yes, mine has done it too a handful of times since being supposedly fixed last year. Very disappointed in Lexus!!!
08-26-13, 07:48 AM
#765
