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No surprise there! Just as I expected, only a bit more ‘Flowery’😂

So….,,,been thinking about this and if ( and it’s a BIG if) the only component that Lexus cannot/will not guarantee is compatible with E10 is this ‘O’ ring seal ( caveat: there may be other components) then what would be the likely consequences of if failing? Catastrophic fuel failure due to loss of fuel pressure from pump? Or a slight loss of fuel pressure only noticeable under maximum demand from pump? and ( I don’t know exactly ) where this ‘O’ ring lives and what it’s purpose it serves. just looked it up and it appears to be pump to fuel tank sealing ring itself ! So would not affect the running of the car itself but if compromised could allow fuel/vapours to be released from fuel tank under rear passengers seats 😳 And as for dealer stating there is no way to make it compatible!!! If it is this seal ( only) then REALLY!🙄 I know they want yo sell new cars but 🤯

So… is he looking at 60.7-30-6.3 ( =24.4 )as the critical measurement?

Oil filter on 250 is positioned horizontally so this drain device is not much use! see here ( from 11:55 mark!) https://youtu.be/aXkMpwRCc2g

Excellent work that man, top of the class and all that 👍

I can’t see any actual dealership knowing the facts of why 06-07 is not compatable! At least it would be known at Lexus UK HQ but then perhaps not!

Other alternative is to just go with E10 and see what fails and then replace that with newer ( E10 compatible) spare part, what’s the worst that can happen? Anyone stepping forward to take one for the team? But seriously though if something in the fuel supply line fails ( leaks is prob the most obvious) then as worst I can see it fouling injector, what are you thoughts?

If you intend keeping the car until it’s very end then the cost of Lexus doing the servicing against DIY is a killer at this age, the stamps in the book only serve to impress the next owner and the ‘free coffee & biscuits’ work out not so cheap, if you use genuine parts sourced from reputable sellers and log all your interactions with the car it will impress any future buyer ( if there is one!) also the satisfaction of DIY is a great feeling and don’t forget the calipers slide pins are not touched in any Lexus schedule! But they do fit new calipers (£££££’s) when, not if yours go wonky 🙄

👍jealous over here🙁

👍agree on the ‘worked on by owner’ bit note: When the first Lexus (LS400) was released to the press to review, some mentioned the lack of a toolkit! The Lexus response was that the owner/driver is not going to need one because the car will be so reliable! But they ended up putting a token toolkit in for good measure.

👍fyi ACC ( adaptive cruise control ) was an option for Uk cars but quite expensive and therefore quite rare🙄 so your excessive, and I would say it was excessive to require a replacement fuel tank, rust problem do you think was down to what? Was it a Scottish car or did it live by the coast with a previous owner? As for the problematic plug change, yes agree it is quite involved for a plug change but bear in mind if you use iridium’s then they should be good for 100,000 miles! So not exactly a ‘regular’ job😀

My concern is, imagine that bus in a long tunnel ( some in excess of 24 Km in EU) or even worst on a car ferry😳 Another option for EV ( cars only….try getting that over a bus)

This is the only 250 I’ve ever ‘seen’ wrapped and it’s the door shuts that I couldn’t live with!🙄

H3XME yes?

Chinese Ditch Dodgers? https://www.roundtriptyres.co.uk/tyre-guide/are-sailun-tyres-good/ you decide……

It is accepted that ( like some other cars) the calipers should be given some attention periodically ( not on any Lexus service schedule though!) to maintain them in good working order ( at least every time brake friction is renewed) I would suggest that you go in and check all slide pins are still serviceable and that pads are discs are wearing evenly and give it all a good lubing, something that Should be done every year in my eyes to stave off having to replace calipers. As I mentioned above servicing of calipers is not something Lexus includes in their Schedule but they will fit new ones when they fail through lack of maintenance🙄

You watch upto 11:30 though!

Not fast enough it seems, I thought it may have been a 350 of an ‘F’ but apparently it’s a 250..

Lexus petrol…..more reliable than most other petrols Lexus Diesel (220)……less reliable than all other diesels ( IMO standby for others)

Please check out the ‘engine & transmission ‘ section before buying a 220😳

The battery temp sensor might not actually be there! There is a possibility that if you have an after market battery ( possibly the wrong physical size) then the plastic battery shroud that houses the temp sensor might not have been re-fitted! As for codes….more details required as I can’t imagine a bat temp sensor alone throwing the car into any sort of limp situation!

Here is a actual ‘How To’ on diff oil change.

“Remember your left (clutch) foot is redundant in an automatic as you operate both the brake and accelerator pedals with your right foot as in a manual car.” Absolutely do not be tempted to brake with your Left foot! Go to a deserted road and find out why!!!!!

Remember to Always remove Fill plug first before draining Diff oil. ( to ensure you can actually put oil back in after removing Drain plug)