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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 09:54 AM
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After driving today I noticed this was missing from the front of my car, I assume it's the cover to the parking sensor but if it isn't then what is it? Also any info on where to get replacement part would be appreciated before I call dealership to get their awful price
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 10:02 AM
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I believe that is your attachment point in case you need winched out of a ditch....
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 10:05 AM
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Tow hook cover...

You can order from dealership.. Doesn't look like they come pre-painted..

Part# 52129-53903 $13 bucks

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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 10:08 AM
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Yup tow hook cover. Hopefully you can get it painted without spending a ton.
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 10:10 AM
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Thanks guys
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 10:12 AM
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i think it got stolen rather than missing, stupid thiefs!
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 10:13 AM
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Oh forgot to ask, does it pop back in place or need 3m tape to make it stick?
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 10:16 AM
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I believe that's the tow hook cover. You can order a new one from Sewell parts. It pops back in place.
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 10:18 AM
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I have a spare one if you want it. Unfortunately its obsidian. Lexus will paint it for you for free with one of their batch jobs. Lemme guess: you went to the car wash and then she was gone...
Yes, it pops back in place with a little plastic tab. I sold my F so i have no need for it.
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 10:19 AM
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That sucks! At least it's not a pricey part. See if the seller will pay for a replacement?
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 11:41 AM
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It could've been from a car wash or potentially stolen. Not sure why thieves would want a $13, but it does happen. I asked my dealer to paint it for me free of charge, as it was so small to even charge anything really.
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 11:48 AM
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its 13 bucks but painted cost way more, unless you are lucky and the dealer fix it, we dont see such thing here at our dealers
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I think Sewell sells them painted, but might be $50-$60.
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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 12:10 PM
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My dealer has one in stock but they have to have a corporate meeting to see if they will paint a $25 part for me even though I bought a brand new IS 350 from them last yr, god I hate the service from my dealer
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Originally Posted by PhiDeltBee
I think Sewell sells them painted, but might be $50-$60.
Nevermind, Sewell sells the rear ones painted. Didn't see anything for the front already painted.
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