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1 minute ago, OldTrout said:

You could use a second router but only if if can be configure to extend the first one. i.e it does not connect to the phone line and the router part just acts as a bridge.

Can the wireless signal from the first router not reach the study?

 

You are correct John, but you do still need to get a Cat5 cable to it in order to run it this way, which is the problem here.  Also, if a cable was run, then a switch would be ideal for any further connection requirements.

I'm sure you know this already, but it might cause a little confusion in this case 

No, I am afraid you can't run two routers on the same network.

When you plug the router into the phone line, it will connect to your service provider to gain a connection, which it then distributes to the devices in your house.  If you tried plugging a second router in, it would also try and connect, which obviously won't work.

If you can figure out where the phone cable goes, perhaps you can use it to feed the Ethernet cable through?

Well, if Peter and Paul have had theirs replaced under warranty, I can't see how they could possibly refuse yours John.

It seems that particular regional manager needs a lesson on what wear and tear means.

Love the wheels, although I will admit I am not a fan of the ride height being that low.  Perhaps I am getting too old for such things?

It always impresses me when people fix the hybrid batteries themselves.  It seems to always work out as a cheap fix as well.

Are you handy with mechanics and electrics?  Or did you just decide to have a go?

Nice colour.

I prefer the look with the 17's.  Any pictures of the interior?

Oh, and is it a bad angle or is the rear wheel not centred in the arch?

What problem would that be?

What they seem to do is, with the car on the ramp, they grab the slider from the top and bottom and give it a pull back and forth.

Apparently, there should be a little slack in it.

If not, then they determine that it is seized, like one of mine was.

I have the video somewhere showing the technician pulling the NS one, which moves a little, and then the OS which is seized solid.

Luckily, my extended warranty handled the cost of its replacement.

Yeah, it seems to mean the carrier that the piston sits in.

I think you will be fine   I removed both my fronts to replace discs and pads and it was straightforward.

Just don't forget to use silicon grease on the slide pins (called cylinder support pins in the above guide), and copper grease the back of the pads.

I had the same, 1 caliper seized, but still passed the MOT.  I think it is because so little braking force is generated that it is hard to tell.  Luckily for me, my warranty covered the replacement.

Anyway, yep, it is as easy as any normal caliper.  In fact, the manual guide is pretty straightforward:

I agree with John.

I personally wouldn't be happy with buying tyres off eBay.  You never can really tell what you are getting from there.

Although feedback does go a long way with eBay, so perhaps a well established seller with good feedback would be ok.

The good thing in my case was that, since it was during a service and they had the tyre in stock, the whole thing was sorted within 10 minutes.  Damn annoying though because that is now 2 tyres with decent amount of tread on them that I have had to replace because of cuts in the last year.

That is some discount.

I do think it was overpriced at £14995, but £12495 seems rather a good price.  Perhaps it has been sitting around too long and they are desperate to get rid of it?

That sucks.

Time for a newer one then.

I think what they are saying is that if it fails suddenly, then the part is faulty, but if it is a gradual decline, then it is wear and tear.

It does beg the following questions though:

Aren't failing dampers an MOT failure?

Also, why didn't you get them replaced when you had the MOT done?

The problem is the following passage from the warranty T&C's:

"(k) not continue to drive the protected vehicle after you become aware that a Protected Part has suffered a Mechanical or Electrical Failure save for the purpose of taking it to a Service Centre for diagnosis and/or correction. If You are in any doubt as to whether You should drive the Protected Vehicle to the nearest Service Centre without causing damage to it ,You should request the Service Centre or, where applicable, Lexus Roadside Assistance to recover the Protected Vehicle"

So you see, it is a potential problem getting them to fix it now.

Having said that, you lose nothing by pursuing it.  I would speak to the warranty company directly (0330 100 3247) and request everything they have on your case so far.  Going forward, make sure everything is in writing (Or, if you do speak to them on the phone, record it) and don't take no for an answer.

Also, I am not sure what the dealers position on this is, but if they are willing to help, any information they can provide for your case would be helpful.  Find out exactly what the wording on the report they sent to the warranty company said.  We had a situation on the forum recently where a claim was refused until the wording from the dealer was changed to specifically state 'not wear and tear'.  The claim was then accepted.

If you have no luck, make a formal complaint.  Then, if it not resolved to your satisfaction within 8 weeks (from the complaint date), go to the Ombudsman and open a case.

The problem is that you can't really have the car fixed before the matter is resolved.  Well, you could if you let the dealer replace the dampers, and then try to get reimbursed, but I hate to think how much that would cost.

@WetMyBeak No probs, hope it helps make a decision

@jumbojake Yep, during the warranty period, the car would need to be serviced at the dealer within 30days/1000 miles of its due date.  Although with the 5+ servicing option, I have not found it too expensive.

First of all, welcome to the Lexus fold

Never heard of different sensors on the rail.  In fact, according to the manual, there is only one:

Although, if I remember next time I am out, I will check mine to see if it the same.

Why have you bumped a 5 year old thread?

In answer to your question, unless you bought it from a Lexus dealer, they are not going to fix it for free.  Luckily, the EGR valve can be cleaned relatively easily.

Also, an 07 plate car should be a 220d, not 200d.  They came later.

Paul is right.  In order for the DPF to get very hot (over 600 degrees C), the car need to be somewhere in the region of 1800-2200rpm.

I have also found that despite also doing mainly motorway miles, my EGR needs regular cleaning, at roughly 5000 mile intervals.

My last suggestion is regarding an extended warranty.  Have you considered getting one?  I was told that the DPF is covered, so Lexus would probably just replace it if it became too clogged.  Considering the cost of the part, and labour to fit it, it could be worth your while getting one.

They have been doing the 241 warranty for a while now.

Yes, I think it is worth having.  It wouldn't take much for you to make your money back.  It also includes AA cover, which would normally set you back almost £300 for two years.

The details of what is covered are here:

http://www.lexus.co.uk/owners/warranty-and-insurance/#LexusCareExtendedWarranty

It is mostly straightforward, with the except of Serviceable Items, which is unclear.  Normally, this would only include things such as brakes, wheels & tyres, batteries, exhaust, bushes, etc..

However, there have been some funny cases of people being denied parts that should have been covered.  Thankfully, most of these were resolved in the end.

I have certainly made my money back on mine - and then some - and I still have 8 months to go.

Annoyingly, it was £795 when I got mine, but that has recently gone up the £995 (for the diesel).  Having said that, compared to some other brands, the Lexus warranty is surprisingly reasonable in terms of cost.

Yeah, it is probably quite rare to find a standard one these days.  Maybe because they are so good when modified.   One of the mods you can't see that I had done was an atmospheric dump valve.  I thought I might get a little annoyed with the hiss sound after a while, but nope, I loved it!

I can imagine that stripping that thread does happen quite a bit.  Damn aluminium blocks!

Good to hear that the GS is coming along.  Some photos at some point would be good.

I recently had one rear tyre replaced (damn sharp stone cut it deep).

Surprisingly, the main dealer changed it for £118 all in.  That was for Dunlop.  I was expecting Lexus dealer pricing.

Might be worth giving them a call to see what they charge you.

Great the hear that all went well.

Yeah, I too was told that my rear pads need changing at some point, but there is no rush since they wear so slowly.

I know what you mean about dealer brake jobs.  I changed my front discs and pads myself for a fraction of the price they quoted.

That is an expensive service.  Did they change the plugs too?

Welcome

Another fellow diesel owner is always welcome (just kidding, petrol owners are welcome too).

I do love the Cadoxton Slate colour, so looking forward to some more pics.

Those alloys look unmarked, so a good find.  Mine are corroded badly, so will need a refurb soon.

Well, I just spoke to Lexus and the plot thickens.

They do still do the part, and Lexus Reading want £318 to supply and fit it.  I'm not going to spend that much.

However, they do supply the unit unfitted for £150.  That sounds more reasonable.  I should be able to get the head unit out myself without any issues, but the guy did mention that it would require some splicing of cables, which I am not so sure about.  I have done it before, but I hate messing with car electrics.

Ideally, it would be good if someone on here had fitted one themselves before and could say what was involved, but I doubt that is going to happen.

So, more dilemmas to consider. 

Hello there.  I am doing good thanks, how about you?

I know what you mean about time flying by - these last years have been like a blur for me.

Hope all goes well with your service today.

Has it been 6 months already?!?   I remember when you got it, and it hard to believe so much time has past.