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Was hoping it was a simple cap, but it is not :(

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Old 06-13-18, 06:22 PM
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Default Was hoping it was a simple cap, but it is not :(

I'm a new owner of a 14' Obsidian/Cabarnet F-Sport and the interior is practically flawless; except for the drive mode ****. There is quite a a bit of the silver paint scratched off from what looks like probably a ring or something. I think I found the part finally on mylparts
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I was hoping it was just a cap of some sort that I can replace, any replaced one before or ideas on fixing it? Can get a pic if needed.
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You can't buy just the cap, I ended up swapping mine out.

Just buy a used one in excellent condition on eBay:
This one is $60 with make offer button.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/282733871461

Here is an shift entire panel with model select; for $105:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/312148044238
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It’s basically plastic with paint over it. You could just repaint it or find an after market wheel cap sticker and dress it up.
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Just paint it😊. $2 fix
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You could do a vinyl wrap. Have a pro do it. Do the same color and no one will know.
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If you paint or vinyl wrap it it will never match the OEM cap 100%, color will probably be off.

Easier to spend $50 and swap it with a good OEM one from eBay. Then just resell your scratched one.

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Does the one from the IS and RC fit? I wonder if it will be any easier to find one from an IS, since there are more of those around. Plus, I thought the one my IS had was a lot nicer than the one in my GS. Not sure if they are the same size, though.

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Originally Posted by peasodos
You can't buy just the cap, I ended up swapping mine out.

Just buy a used one in excellent condition on eBay:
This one is $60 with make offer button.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/282733871461

Here is an shift entire panel with model select; for $105:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/312148044238
Thanks for this. That first one though is specific to a 450h I believe. I don't have the EV mode button; not sure if it could be removed.
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I would just wrap it, or paint.
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If you can find the right person to talk with at a Lexus dealership, I'm sure they have taken a vehicle in on trade that had the same problem. Lexus dealerships often use third-party detail specialists that perform dent removal, carpet cleaning or replacement, leather repair, painting and touch-ups, etc. They are bound to have run into the same problem you have. Maybe they can help with a tip or some some good advice...
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