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Old 07-28-24, 01:00 PM
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Default 2018 GS 350 F Sport Dealer Replaced Shock

Hi, dealer reported that one of my rear shocks was leaking and as a results, both were replaced. After replacement, the suspension feels different - not as buttoned down. It appears that the damping rate of the new shocks are not the same. Will follow-up with the dealer to find out if the correct PN was installed. Also, I do not notice any different with setting to Sport + which is supposed to firm up the damping. Anyone else has a similar experience?

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See Post #15, maybe this?

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...uspension.html
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Thank you jgscott. Very helpful.
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Originally Posted by jgscott
Could very well be it!



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I replaced my Strut with the KYB gas adjust, and installed Swift modified spring. I had to go back and redo this actuator assembly myself. I read that you may also need to do the Yaw and Rake recalibration to complete it also. I did it with a boot copy of TS.
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Thanks. I forwarded the procedure to the dealer mechanic. They have had my car for a few days. Hoping they address the problem successfully. They gave me an RX 350 F SPORT AWD. I was not expecting to like it as much as I do. But it is really an impressive effort from Lexus. The steering is excellent, the ride is really smooth - best in class, it feels very maneuverable, corners fairly flat, comfortable seats, great sound (the Mark Levinson is much better than the GS). The 500h - the sportiest version with rear wheel steering - might just be my next vehicle instead of the LC 500. Lexus really hit this one out of the park.
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Originally Posted by Savjam
Thanks. I forwarded the procedure to the dealer mechanic. They have had my car for a few days. Hoping they address the problem successfully. They gave me an RX 350 F SPORT AWD. I was not expecting to like it as much as I do. But it is really an impressive effort from Lexus. The steering is excellent, the ride is really smooth - best in class, it feels very maneuverable, corners fairly flat, comfortable seats, great sound (the Mark Levinson is much better than the GS). The 500h - the sportiest version with rear wheel steering - might just be my next vehicle instead of the LC 500. Lexus really hit this one out of the park.
Curious how things turn out for you. I noticed my GS in Sport+ doesn’t firm and tighten up anywhere near as much as my IS did. I don’t drive near as much in Sport+ as I do in Sport but maybe I need to check this adjustment on mine as well.
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Originally Posted by Fis4Forty
Curious how things turn out for you. I noticed my GS in Sport+ doesn’t firm and tighten up anywhere near as much as my IS did. I don’t drive near as much in Sport+ as I do in Sport but maybe I need to check this adjustment on mine as well.
I will keep you posted.

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Originally Posted by Savjam
Thanks. I forwarded the procedure to the dealer mechanic. They have had my car for a few days. Hoping they address the problem successfully. They gave me an RX 350 F SPORT AWD. I was not expecting to like it as much as I do. But it is really an impressive effort from Lexus. The steering is excellent, the ride is really smooth - best in class, it feels very maneuverable, corners fairly flat, comfortable seats, great sound (the Mark Levinson is much better than the GS). The 500h - the sportiest version with rear wheel steering - might just be my next vehicle instead of the LC 500. Lexus really hit this one out of the park.
You really shouldn't have to forward the procedure to a Lexus dealer's mechanic. The technician should be trained and have the manual TIS readily available if needed...

Hopefully they'll get it corrected for you.


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Agree. I find this really disappointing and surprising. Just hope they are able to address the issue.
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Here's the Full one. Anybody have the actual PDF copy?


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Originally Posted by jgscott
Here's the Full one. Anybody have the actual PDF copy?
I have a few PDFs of front actuator install/removal, it appears identical. Shoot me a message if you want me to send them your way!
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If you can post it here? If the pic is printed it comes out super small print. Some other might need a Print read in the future.
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You can always use something like smallPDF.com to convert screenshots into a single PDF file.

So taking 3 screenshots of the file you posted, and loading to smallpdf you get a ​​​​​​single file.

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Screenshot_20240818-001427.pdf (416.8 KB, 13 views)
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Originally Posted by EAST
You can always use something like smallPDF.com to convert screenshots into a single PDF file.

So taking 3 screenshots of the file you posted, and loading to smallpdf you get a ​​​​​​single file.

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Yes thanks, or we could just have someone attach the PDF if they had it.


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