Lexus Archives - Oren's Automotive

2010 Lexus RX 350
Mileage
178,816
Service Date
11/9/2023
Services Performed
Test drove vehicle and confirmed customer concern. Raised vehicle on lift to check for source of noise. Drive belt and engine components ok. Ran vehicle in air and found noise originating from driver front wheel bearing. Recommend replacement of wheel bearing to correct issue.
Removed front wheel and brake components. Disconnected axle retainer and pressed axle from hub. Disconnected lower ball joint and lowered control arm. Removed tie rod end and strut mount from spindle. Pressed hub assembly from spindle. Pressed on new hub and bearing. Reinstalled spindle to vehicle. Reconnected strut, tie rod end, and ball joint on lower control arm. Reinstalled axle to hub and retorqued axle nut. Reinstalled brakes and wheel. Test drove vehicle. No further whirring noise present from hub.
Barbara R. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/12/2023
2012 Lexus ES 350
Mileage
214,848
Service Date
6/19/2023
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Inspected vehicle for shake while driving. Noted different shakes present under different driving conditions. Inspected vehicle on lift during service for source(s). Recommend the following items are addressed. Engine vibration present from failing motor and transmission mounts. Recommend replacement of all mounts. Rear tires are cupping, which is contributing
Customer states brake light is out. Check and advise.
Replace engine air filter.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
Radiator Cap Replacement
Check brake fluid for moisture and contamination. Inspect all hydraulic line and hoses. Inspect calipers and wheel cylinders. Inspect master cylinder and cap. Drain and refill entire brake system including master cylinder, calipers, wheel cylinders. Bleed system until clean fluid is seen.
David B. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/20/2023
2010 Lexus HS 250h
Mileage
104,371
Service Date
9/8/2022
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Replace engine air filter with customer supplied part.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
Remove wheels from vehicle. Inspect brakes. Remove tires. Install new tires and valve stems(if required). Computer spin balance. Reinstall wheels to vehicle and torque lug nuts to manufacturer's specifications.
State tire tax per tire.
Tire disposal fee per tire.
Removed end links from suspension mounting points. Disconnected links from sway bar. Installed new links. Tightened mounting hardware after cycling suspension. Test drove vehicle. No noise or play present from links.
Removed rear trunk liners and trim pieces. Removed rear wheels. Disconnected shock from body mounting point. Disconnected control arms from suspension upright to allow shock removal. Installed new shock assembly. Reconnected suspension arms and loosely installed body mounting hardware. Repeated process on other side. Reinstalled wheels. Settled suspension components with vehicle on ground. Tightened upper shock mounting hardware. Reinstalled trunk liners and trim pieces. Test drove vehicle and reinspected shocks. No leaks nor noise present.
Performed 4 wheel alignment. Test drive vehicle after repairs to confirm handling characteristics.
Replace wiper blades on vehicle.
Carol M. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/8/2022
2014 Lexus RX 350
Mileage
61,955
Service Date
6/17/2022
Services Performed
Connected scan tool and performed full vehicle scan. Found code C1AC1: Master Module Axis Misalignment. Checked live data from blind spot monitor and found live data shows alignment at +6.1 degrees. Allowable range is -3.6 to +3.6 degrees. Removed rear bumper assembly to inspect sensor and mounting brackets. Found driver side sensor mounting bracket and mounting tab on body are bent slightly. Loosened mounting hardware and moved sensor to see if alignment can be reset, but error code is hard stored in module. Recommend repairing mounting tab on body and replacing mounting bracket and sensor. After completion of repair, system will need to be programmed and calibrated. Customer declined further repairs at this time. Reinstalled rear bumper cover. Reset error codes.
Pat M. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/22/2022
2004 Lexus LS 430
Mileage
171,485
Service Date
5/17/2022
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Replaced engine air filter.
JANE B. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/17/2022
2018 Lexus LS 500
Mileage
18,169
Service Date
11/9/2021
Services Performed
Connected scan tool and performed full body scan to check AC system for any error codes. Found code B1451 stored for compressor solenoid circuit. Removed engine covers and checked clutch at compressor. Clutch is operating properly. Traced wires and checked for proper current draw from compressor when activated. Current is within spec. Symptoms are indicative of AC amplifier in need of repair or replacement. Checked history on vehicle with Lexus due to mileage. Found vehicle is still within factory warranty coverage. Recommend having dealership inspect/correct issue.
Pat M. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/10/2021
2004 Lexus IS 300
Mileage
92,310
Service Date
8/26/2021
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Inspected all exterior lights for proper function. Found passenger low beam and 2 marker lights inoperative. Removed cover from headlight and removed bulb. Found HID bulb burnt out. Replaced with new bulb and checked headlight function. Both headlights now working properly. Removed under covers and or bumper retainers to access front driver and rear passenger marker lights. Bulbs have burnt out. Replaced with new bulbs and tested functions. All exterior lights now working properly.
Replace wiper blades on vehicle.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panel.
Inspected vehicle for noise. Found noise present at start up with HVAC on, but not with HVAC off. After a minute noise stops, but will return at times when HVAC is in auto mode. Moved controls to manual setting and noise does not return after initial startup. Cycled controls for recirculation, temp, fan speed, and mode. Found noise returned when mode selector was moved to front vents from floor. Removed glovebox assembly to access HVAC components and checked components. Found noise originating from mode door actuator. Recommend new actuator assembly. Removed mode door actuator from housing and cycled mode selector. Selector is making noise internally. Connected new selector to wiring and tested function. New part does not make noise. Installed new actuator into HVAC housing and connected control rod to mode door. Started vehicle and tested function. Mode select working properly and no further clicking/buzzing from dash. Reinstalled glovebox and trim.
Removed engine covers and splash shield. Drained cooling system. Removed intake piping, serpentine drive belt, and radiator/fan assembly. Removed engine drive accessories and timing cover. Rotated engine to TDC. Marked pulleys and old timing belt. Removed timing belt tensioner and timing belt. Removed water pump. Cleaned mounting surface and installed new water pump assembly. Replaced coolant o-rings and reinstalled pipes/fittings. Marked new timing belt by matching to removed unit. Installed new belt and matched marks to pulleys. Installed new tensioner and tensioned belt. Rotated engine by hand to confirm proper timing, OK. Replaced thermostat and gasket during reassembly. Reinstalled radiator and fan assembly. Connected radiator hoses and fan wiring. Filled and vacuum bled cooling system with new coolant. Pressure tested system. No leaks present. Reinstalled engine accessories and installed new drive belt. Reinstalled intake piping, engine cover, and splash shield. Test started motor and let vehicle warm up. Topped off coolant and test drove vehicle. Coolant level staying steady and engine running properly.
Larry S. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/26/2021
2011 Lexus LS 460
Mileage
127,924
Service Date
4/27/2021
Services Performed
Install new battery. Clean cable ends. Perform battery adaptation to vehicle as needed. Installed new positive battery cable end.
ROBBIE B. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/28/2021
2007 Lexus ES 350
Mileage
144,441
Service Date
4/14/2021
Services Performed
Inspected vehicle for no start condition. Found no electrical response from vehicle. Connected jump box and vehicle was still non-responsive. Checked battery voltage, found only 3.3 volts in battery. Charged battery overnight and battery only came up to 7 volts. Recommend new battery and testing for electrical draw. Installed new battery and reset vehicle systems. Vehicle starting normally. Checked charging and starting system for proper electrical load. All ok. Connected ammeter and checked vehicle for power draw. No excess power draw present at this time.
ANN G. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/18/2021
2015 Lexus ES 350
Mileage
40,968
Service Date
4/16/2021
Services Performed
Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
Inspect vehicle for no start condition. Found vehicle would start with jumper. Charged battery and rechecked, battery is not taking proper charge. Recommend new battery. Install new battery. Clean cable ends. Perform battery adaptation to vehicle as needed.
Remove wheels from vehicle. Computer spin balance. Reinstall wheels to vehicle and torque lug nuts to manufacturer's specifications.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
Replace engine air filter.
Replace rear brake pads. Clean mounting surfaces. Replace wear sensor as required. Replace brake rotors. Lubricate caliper slides. Adjust parking brake mechanism. Road test vehicle.
Replace wiper blades on vehicle.
LYNNE G. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/17/2021

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