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Welcome to Club Lexus! RX400h owner roll call & member introduction thread, POST HERE
Hybrid TechnologyUnique topics related to the 2004 -2009 RX400H model hybrid drivetrain and other features/options found only on the RX400H. Please use the main forum for discussion about shared components with other second generation RX models.
I bought a 2007 400h in 2015 from its original owner, who gave me all its service records. It had about 92K miles. Today it has 157K miles. I used full synthetic oil from the start and had it changed every 5000 miles (which I realize is conservative and probably not necessary). The only "repair" work it has needed has been routine maintenance. When it got to 150K, I had the brakes overhauled, replaced the tires, and had every other notable part and system checked. It passed with flying colors. And it still looks pretty good too!
Last week, my wife and I gave the 400h to our oldest son for his birthday. It's his first car. He graduated from college last year, has a good job, and is living in a townhouse with friends. We both feel he earned it, and are completely confident it will serve him reliably and will be fun to drive for quite a few years to come. In a few minutes, I'm sending him a link to this forum and am going to urge him to follow it regularly. It's pretty clear there are big benefits for those who do so!
Very nice! Great timing for the CA gas price hike Lol.
What do you want to change?
First things I did when I bought mine was (1) add bluetooth, (2) new fluids, (3) new shocks.
Also the beeping of the power cargo door bothered me so I disabled it with the button inside glove box.
And I keep all four tires at 36 psi for best comfort and mpg. (still getting 22 city /30 highway)
Original hybrid battery at 185k mi. Knock on wood Lol.
Thank you for the WELCOME ! I am an owner of 2008 hybrid 400 for 1 year, bought it used from a friend whose ex wife had it.. She has changed the timing belt at 90k I think. I want to sell as it has 185K and runs great but I am concerned I will have to replace the HYbrid battery soon , any thoughts. ? or feedback
I think it is a great car but my income is almost 0 unless I get PUA soon and just want some advice re the hybrid battery , What percentage of them must be replaced.
Hey all ... My first Lexus ... 2008 RX 400h 197K miles, in really good shape. Hope to get another 150K out of it
Kinda brown/red exterior, Black leather interior ... NAV and a ton of fancy stuff I am not used to. This is replacing a 2004 Jeep Liberty with 195K which is absolutely just falling apart.
Missing: Tonneau Cover, Crank for the jack
Only thing I can find which doesn’t work are the headlight washers.
Is it time to go? RX 400 239,760 miles and VSC light
Hi, ALL! This is my first hybrid but second Lexus SUV. The first went 283,000 miles. This one is a hybrid and has 239,760 miles. The VSC light, brake light, and a few other lights came on while driving home. I think this is the end of the road. It needs new tires, new brakes; it makes tons of noises when I am sitting at a light with my foot on the brake. It also has an axle that is leaking. Any thoughts or advice that anyone has is much appreciated.
On another note, I just bought the RC 300. What a beauty!!!
Hi, ALL! This is my first hybrid but second Lexus SUV. The first went 283,000 miles. This one is a hybrid and has 239,760 miles. The VSC light, brake light, and a few other lights came on while driving home. I think this is the end of the road. It needs new tires, new brakes; it makes tons of noises when I am sitting at a light with my foot on the brake. It also has an axle that is leaking. Any thoughts or advice that anyone has is much appreciated.
On another note, I just bought the RC 300. What a beauty!!!
My first time posting-
I bought my 2007 RX 400h AWD in November of 2020, with 169,460 miles on it.
-Bamboo Pearl color, with light beige interior
-18" wheels
-Navigation system
-Premium Plus Package
-Towing Prep Package
-Wood steering wheel
-Cargo mat
The previous owner installed Weather Tech side window deflectors and floor liners in the front. I just bought some cheap rubber mats for the back seat floor because I very rarely have anyone in the back seat.
I had to buy new tires for the front, timing belt and water pump replacement, new rear calipers and break pads, oil/filter change, and an overall inspection.
Remaining problems, that I have an appointment to fix at the end of the month- some rust on the passenger door, sudden seeping of water leaking into the B pillars after weeks of rain(the 2 previous owners must have had a garage) and the front seatbelts getting damp, the B pillars now have water stains on them..
The FM antenna broke off, so I'm trying to find out about a replacement right now.
I have only put about 3k miles on it since November.
I love it! My first Lexus, after driving Honda Accords for 30 years! I just sold my 2000 Accord that I had bought new.
My first time posting-
I bought my 2007 RX 400h AWD in November of 2020, with 169,460 miles on it.
-Bamboo Pearl color, with light beige interior
-18" wheels
-Navigation system
-Premium Plus Package
-Towing Prep Package
-Wood steering wheel
-Cargo mat
The previous owner installed Weather Tech side window deflectors and floor liners in the front. I just bought some cheap rubber mats for the back seat floor because I very rarely have anyone in the back seat.
I had to buy new tires for the front, timing belt and water pump replacement, new rear calipers and break pads, oil/filter change, and an overall inspection.
Remaining problems, that I have an appointment to fix at the end of the month- some rust on the passenger door, sudden seeping of water leaking into the B pillars after weeks of rain(the 2 previous owners must have had a garage) and the front seatbelts getting damp, the B pillars now have water stains on them..
The FM antenna broke off, so I'm trying to find out about a replacement right now.
I have only put about 3k miles on it since November.
I love it! My first Lexus, after driving Honda Accords for 30 years! I just sold my 2000 Accord that I had bought new.
A few months ago I bought my RX which is in outstanding condition from a neighbor to babied this car. When I was going over the service records with him I noticed that the transmission fluid had never been changed although all the other fluids had been. He told me the Lexus dealership which serviced the car said it wasn’t supposed to be changed.
I don’t believe in “lifetime” fluids although I’m willing to change my mind if presented with good evidence. The car has 134K miles and I would like to know what other owners have experienced with this transmission. I always work on my own cars so I would have no problem doing this myself but if anyone in this forum has done this work I’d also be interested in hearing about your experience.
Thanks so much. I’m glad to have found this forum.
01-23-19, 05:53 PM
