Squeaks and dash noise
Driver
Joined: Aug 2006
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From: CA
I wonder what Lexus' idea of "pursuit for perfection" is...
Also, I find it annoying that the rattles should be all across the model ranges. When I get an abused RX as a loaner during my overpriced service I get from the dealer, there is WAYYY less noises from the cabin than my GS ever made...
They are getting inconsistent...Maybe they should send their engineers and learn from some of the non-luxury brand car companies that somehow don't have rattles inside the cabin.
Lexus Fanatic
Joined: Dec 2006
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From: californication
flawed materials + flawed design = rattles you can't fix.
I'm afraid your only long term solution is a loud stereo and exhaust.
or if you like classical music, think of the rattles as the percussion section of the orchestra.
I'm afraid your only long term solution is a loud stereo and exhaust.
or if you like classical music, think of the rattles as the percussion section of the orchestra.
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From: californication
Pole Position
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: NJ
From service invoice here is what they did:
R/R Dash Pad insulated as per NV004-06
2 08231-00801 Noise Kit
Removed both top/bottom windshield pins
They also stated that they padded the area around one of the ducts, and other areas.
R/R Dash Pad insulated as per NV004-06
2 08231-00801 Noise Kit
Removed both top/bottom windshield pins
They also stated that they padded the area around one of the ducts, and other areas.
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Lexus Fanatic
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From: californication
try longo, then try glendale if longo fails.
longo used to give loaners with free gas. no refill needed on return. dunno if that's still the case. but gas is cheap.
Lead Lap
Joined: Feb 2007
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From: NY
I keep telling myself to wait .. maybe they will find a magical fix, but I think Im going to give up that hope and give them another shot. Its just so friggin embarassing. When I'm driving on the BQE and its cold out I feel like I'm driving in a box of styrofoam.
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From: MA
Pole Position
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: NJ
Do you think Lexus is the only one to use felt kits to stop rattles? Or that only Lexus develops dash rattles?
I have an 08 535 company car that had dash rattle from day one, guess how BMW fixed it? BMW Felt Kit. Had 05 A6 company car prior, developed numerous rattles, guess how audi solved the problem? Felt pads.
Pole Position
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From: BC
Everything is fixable. It is just a matter of how far dealer is willing to go fixing them - time/money?. This is not hard as a matter of fact. If I'd had guts to take a dash apart myself I would do it 
. BTW, I have instructions...
. BTW, I have instructions...
Lexus Fanatic
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From: californication
Exactly how do you imagine felt is going to wear out inside the dash? I expect it to last for the life of the car.
Do you think Lexus is the only one to use felt kits to stop rattles? Or that only Lexus develops dash rattles?
I have an 08 535 company car that had dash rattle from day one, guess how BMW fixed it? BMW Felt Kit. Had 05 A6 company car prior, developed numerous rattles, guess how audi solved the problem? Felt pads.
Do you think Lexus is the only one to use felt kits to stop rattles? Or that only Lexus develops dash rattles?
I have an 08 535 company car that had dash rattle from day one, guess how BMW fixed it? BMW Felt Kit. Had 05 A6 company car prior, developed numerous rattles, guess how audi solved the problem? Felt pads.
the other thing is 3M silicone lubricant plus wet type. some people have had success with this bandaid.
you can buy it for a few bucks at a local paint shop. check link
http://selector.3m.com/selector/us/e...10&buttongo=Go