About to obtain a 2002 RX, general questions etc
#16
Welcome to the club ChaoSki!
My 2002 has 124k, and I did timing belt + gaskets + water pump around 110k at the Lexus dealer.
I also just did the spark plugs a month ago at a Toyota dealership.
At the same dealership I had them replace an O2 sensor (bank 2 sensor 1, code P1155). CEL is off ever since.
I have the airbag light flashing for several years now, am not going to fix that, don't care...
All 5 seatbelts are sticky, and seats are in faily poor condition.
Other than that, the car rides well.
I did change the wheels and tires to 235/55R18, Vision Shattered Chrome wheels (similar to this one: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-22x8-5-Vision-Shattered-5x114-3-5x4-5-5x120-18mm-Chrome-Wheel-Rim-Inch-22-/380971565401?hash=item58b3acc159), with the wider tire there is so much less sway when turning, I love it.
When I get the chance, I'll replace all 4 brake rotors and pads, got this set: http://www.ebay.com/itm/291666020397?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
These should help in the Tucson heat...
Oh, and I did install a GROM BT adapter, so I can answer calls as well as stream audio from my phone. Love it!
http://gromaudio.com/store/bt3_adapt...e_adapter.html
Very easy to install yourself, never used the CD magazine anyway...
My 2002 has 124k, and I did timing belt + gaskets + water pump around 110k at the Lexus dealer.
I also just did the spark plugs a month ago at a Toyota dealership.
At the same dealership I had them replace an O2 sensor (bank 2 sensor 1, code P1155). CEL is off ever since.
I have the airbag light flashing for several years now, am not going to fix that, don't care...
All 5 seatbelts are sticky, and seats are in faily poor condition.
Other than that, the car rides well.
I did change the wheels and tires to 235/55R18, Vision Shattered Chrome wheels (similar to this one: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-22x8-5-Vision-Shattered-5x114-3-5x4-5-5x120-18mm-Chrome-Wheel-Rim-Inch-22-/380971565401?hash=item58b3acc159), with the wider tire there is so much less sway when turning, I love it.
When I get the chance, I'll replace all 4 brake rotors and pads, got this set: http://www.ebay.com/itm/291666020397?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
These should help in the Tucson heat...
Oh, and I did install a GROM BT adapter, so I can answer calls as well as stream audio from my phone. Love it!
http://gromaudio.com/store/bt3_adapt...e_adapter.html
Very easy to install yourself, never used the CD magazine anyway...
#17
204000 on my 02 . runs and looks great. No rust. no body damage. no interior damage. New the first owner who did what we all know we should do. change all fluids, all belts and timing belt when due. With the tips on the forum and very basic mechanical skills, I have fixed the most common problems. radio antenna. tailgate shocks, hose coming off back of air cleaner box when filter changed. Just bought a 2016 Subaru outback. my wife still prefers the 02 Lexus for its comfy seats and smooth ride. Reading this post reminded me to get the timing belt and plugs changed again. first was at 105 k. Was going to get a newer rx. but hate the small windows! Best of luck and congrats. truly
and amazing car. Note how many you see on the road!
and amazing car. Note how many you see on the road!
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