Battery died for no reason
#76
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What a weird problem...
I don't blame you for wanting a buyback. No matter how great a car it is, nothings worth putting up with these hassles and being worried about it leaving you stranded...
I don't blame you for wanting a buyback. No matter how great a car it is, nothings worth putting up with these hassles and being worried about it leaving you stranded...
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GS 350F Battery Drain *Possible Solution
Manual States:
When the (cars) battery-saving mode is set, battery depletion is minimized by stopping the electronic key from receiving radio waves.
Press the unlock button twice while pressing and holding down the lock button. Confirm that the electronic key indicator (on the remote) flashes 4 times.
While the battery-saving mode is set, the smart access system with push-button start cannot be used. To cancel the function, press any of the electronic key buttons.
The crazy thing is that non of the service technicians at the dealership where aware of this. They also stated that this isn't in the other cars manuals. I'm starting to think Lexus knows they have a battery drain FOB issue but haven't discussed with their service techs or dealerships!
I'm testing this process and hopefully this ends the nightmare of my car not starting every time it sits for 5 days or more.
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I learned from 4 prior BMW's to store the Key Fob out of range, in the farthest place in the house away from the garage, in order to keep the battery from being discharged overnight by continuous interrogation by the Fob.
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Omfg, I have the same problem right now! My battery is dead with just 900 mile! 2 months ago my friend's 13 gs350 had same issue and the dealer changed his baterry. I thought it was his luck that he bought a defect car since we bought both car at same time and same dealer. I was making fun of him now the joke is on me! Anyone know if this is a recall issue??? I will call Lexus tomorrow since too late now. Will update...
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Problem is the new tech in the cars and the battery Lexus is using... (Panasonic)
I left my IS F untouched for 20 days... It started right up with my Red Top Optima..
I've spoken to several Lexus Master techs.. Some are saying its hit or miss on a bad battery..
But there is too much evidence suggesting its more than just a bad batch..
The probelm has been around since the launch back in early 2012..
~ Joe Z
I left my IS F untouched for 20 days... It started right up with my Red Top Optima..
I've spoken to several Lexus Master techs.. Some are saying its hit or miss on a bad battery..
But there is too much evidence suggesting its more than just a bad batch..
The probelm has been around since the launch back in early 2012..
~ Joe Z
#81
This is a common thing with BMWs if the cars sit untouched for extended periods of time (a week or so). That's why they strongly recommend a battery charger plugged into the cigarette lighter while the car sits. Hopefully, this isn't the same issue here or another Lexus recall is in order.
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Any success with this "battery saving function" process?
Also, has anyone been made aware of exactly "what" is really causing this problem and does anyone know if Lexus/Toyota has come up with any sort of fix?
My 2013 GS350 has now also had the battery "depleted" twice in the past 3 weeks. The car is 15 months old with 9,500 miles and this problem has now just surfaced out of the blue. In the last case the car sat for 22 hours in our garage and when we tried to start it yesterday, we heard the infamous clicking sound and the car would not start. The battery voltage had dropped to 6.8 volts overnight during those 22 hours. Nothing was left on and the key FOB was in the kitchen upstairs (other side of the house) and pretty far from the car. The car is currently at the dealership and they are trying to replicate the problem. After checking today the dealership could not find anything wrong (no surprise after reading all of the posts on this problem). The mystery continues..... Thx!
Also, has anyone been made aware of exactly "what" is really causing this problem and does anyone know if Lexus/Toyota has come up with any sort of fix?
My 2013 GS350 has now also had the battery "depleted" twice in the past 3 weeks. The car is 15 months old with 9,500 miles and this problem has now just surfaced out of the blue. In the last case the car sat for 22 hours in our garage and when we tried to start it yesterday, we heard the infamous clicking sound and the car would not start. The battery voltage had dropped to 6.8 volts overnight during those 22 hours. Nothing was left on and the key FOB was in the kitchen upstairs (other side of the house) and pretty far from the car. The car is currently at the dealership and they are trying to replicate the problem. After checking today the dealership could not find anything wrong (no surprise after reading all of the posts on this problem). The mystery continues..... Thx!
#83
I had this same problem a hike back when the car had less than 5k miles. I called the Lexus Roadside service and the tech came out and replaced the Panasonic with a black Lexus battery. I never had the problem again. I travel for work and the car sits for 4-5 days no problem. I've also gone for vacation a whole month literally and no problem. It's not the car it's the bad battery guys
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I had this same problem a hike back when the car had less than 5k miles. I called the Lexus Roadside service and the tech came out and replaced the Panasonic with a black Lexus battery. I never had the problem again. I travel for work and the car sits for 4-5 days no problem. I've also gone for vacation a whole month literally and no problem. It's not the car it's the bad battery guys
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My 2013 GS 350F Battery Keeps Dying!
Any success with this "battery saving function" process?
Also, has anyone been made aware of exactly "what" is really causing this problem and does anyone know if Lexus/Toyota has come up with any sort of fix?
My 2013 GS350 has now also had the battery "depleted" twice in the past 3 weeks. The car is 15 months old with 9,500 miles and this problem has now just surfaced out of the blue. In the last case the car sat for 22 hours in our garage and when we tried to start it yesterday, we heard the infamous clicking sound and the car would not start. The battery voltage had dropped to 6.8 volts overnight during those 22 hours. Nothing was left on and the key FOB was in the kitchen upstairs (other side of the house) and pretty far from the car. The car is currently at the dealership and they are trying to replicate the problem. After checking today the dealership could not find anything wrong (no surprise after reading all of the posts on this problem). The mystery continues..... Thx!
Also, has anyone been made aware of exactly "what" is really causing this problem and does anyone know if Lexus/Toyota has come up with any sort of fix?
My 2013 GS350 has now also had the battery "depleted" twice in the past 3 weeks. The car is 15 months old with 9,500 miles and this problem has now just surfaced out of the blue. In the last case the car sat for 22 hours in our garage and when we tried to start it yesterday, we heard the infamous clicking sound and the car would not start. The battery voltage had dropped to 6.8 volts overnight during those 22 hours. Nothing was left on and the key FOB was in the kitchen upstairs (other side of the house) and pretty far from the car. The car is currently at the dealership and they are trying to replicate the problem. After checking today the dealership could not find anything wrong (no surprise after reading all of the posts on this problem). The mystery continues..... Thx!
#86
So, what battery do I have???
Edited to add: I rechecked my battery with a good flashlight. It is a Panasonic. It is black on top with a white body. On the front of the body at the very bottom there are large letters that say "PANASONIC". Letters on the top of the battery say "80D26R" and the specs say:
20 HR
70 AH
CCA 580 A
D26
So far I have had no problems with this battery.......yet.
Last edited by rjm; 03-27-14 at 10:01 AM.
#87
I remember the tech tried to jump the battery and no luck so he just replaced it. Try to call Roadside assistance, if they can't fix it maybe they will just replace your battery with a fresh one.
#88
I'd hate to have to buy a new battery from Lexus. They retail for over $1100 and that doesn't include installation.
http://lexus.sewellparts.com/oem-cat...S350-2013.html
Is this a ripoff or not?
http://lexus.sewellparts.com/oem-cat...S350-2013.html
Is this a ripoff or not?
#89
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Doesn't surprise me...just don't buy a battery from Lexus lol. Its a standard battery.
This is what you have to understand...there are only a couple companies that make batteries. So, regardless of the brand, its very common to see the identical battery branded several different ways. My guess is even if your white body/black top battery says "Product of Toyota" and not "Panasonic" on it, it is the same Panasonic battery that others have that says "Panasonic".
This is what you have to understand...there are only a couple companies that make batteries. So, regardless of the brand, its very common to see the identical battery branded several different ways. My guess is even if your white body/black top battery says "Product of Toyota" and not "Panasonic" on it, it is the same Panasonic battery that others have that says "Panasonic".