2004 GX470 Blue Smoke on Startup
07-27-05 | 12:48 PM
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From: Palos Verdes, California
Blue Smoke on Startup
Originally Posted by Ntwrks1
We did buy the truck used only about a month ago, been running 87 octane in it so far, but am considering switching up to 93 for awhile to see if that makes any difference. Also, as far as oil changes go, is it recommended to stick with the dealer putting in the Lexus recommended synthentic?
~ Cap
07-27-05 | 04:06 PM
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From: Missouri
Originally Posted by bunka
Ah-Ha! Not just Lexus, but other cars/trunks as well. The tanker putting Diesel into the regular fuel tank.. Hmm, that woudl do it and the station would be responsible. Seems like they would have some type of procedures that would have prevented this (like the consumer Diesel nozzles that won't fit into the vehicles gas tank)? Maybe it was actually a mix up at the refinery where the fuel gets loaded into the tanker? Either way, sounds like it's easily repairable (plugs, etc) and that's GOOD news!
07-27-05 | 08:18 PM
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From: IL
Conclusion
Yes it had a 30-day warranty from the dealership and it still has the remainder of the standard 4yr/50k..
I'm sure all you guys are on the edge of your seat wondering how our sick GX finished up the day... well $612 later it now has all new plugs, gas drained, injectors cleaned out, etc.
She runs perfectly once again.. probably better than ever.... Filled up the tank all the way full with Premium from a different gas station on the way home.
Stopped by the same gas station to get the paperwork to file a claim with their insurance, they had quite a stack of them sitting there by the cashier waiting to hand them out.. Let's hope they follow-through as promised and send a check to reimburse for the damage.
I came home to see the stained black spots on the garage floor where the unburned material was flying out of the exhaust this morning. What a day....
I'm sure all you guys are on the edge of your seat wondering how our sick GX finished up the day... well $612 later it now has all new plugs, gas drained, injectors cleaned out, etc.
She runs perfectly once again.. probably better than ever.... Filled up the tank all the way full with Premium from a different gas station on the way home.
Stopped by the same gas station to get the paperwork to file a claim with their insurance, they had quite a stack of them sitting there by the cashier waiting to hand them out.. Let's hope they follow-through as promised and send a check to reimburse for the damage.
I came home to see the stained black spots on the garage floor where the unburned material was flying out of the exhaust this morning. What a day....
07-28-05 | 06:52 AM
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Originally Posted by yaro1
well, i guess that is good that we know what it is and it is easily fixable. Thank god its not some internal problem from Lexus. I hope that doesn't cause engine damage for the long run. What a shame. Well, good luck with that. THat is the oddest thing I have ever heard. Wow.
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