IS350 Suspension Problem - Veers to the right
02-07-06, 03:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Morrissey
I took my car in today at 11:30 am. At 4 pm I finally got a call from Kuni Lexus about my IS350.
Apparently they checked out my alignment "extensively" and discovered the left front's camber (or castor...whichever one deals with forward and backward) is off. They're ordering new parts for me and they hope it will fix the issue. These are the following parts:
bracket sub assembly x 2
bushings
They apparently consulted with the rep from Lexus and they all came to the conclusion this will do the trick.
I'm sort of pissed off right now. The only reason why I gave up my Z was because of it's bad alignment. Although with the Z's case, there was a TSB for it so it was a known issue. With my IS, this isn't a common problem and the guys at Kuni don't seem to knwo what's up.
Apparently they checked out my alignment "extensively" and discovered the left front's camber (or castor...whichever one deals with forward and backward) is off. They're ordering new parts for me and they hope it will fix the issue. These are the following parts:
bracket sub assembly x 2
bushings
They apparently consulted with the rep from Lexus and they all came to the conclusion this will do the trick.
I'm sort of pissed off right now. The only reason why I gave up my Z was because of it's bad alignment. Although with the Z's case, there was a TSB for it so it was a known issue. With my IS, this isn't a common problem and the guys at Kuni don't seem to knwo what's up.
02-07-06, 03:22 PM
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Originally Posted by 4TehNguyen
not OEM, really doubt they will let you, thats like if your wheel had a defect and you ask them to pay for HREs
I'll wait till I can find a reputable tire shop that can mount/balance for cheaper (as well as know what they're doing in terms of the tire sensor).
02-07-06, 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Morrissey
Is there any way you could tell me which dealership this was? I need some kind of proof that it's the tires, but Kuni Lexus doesn't seem to want to go that route. They are calling me back after I left a message and I'm going to suggest they should replace the tires with another brand.
I wonder if I can buy a set of michelin pilot sport A/S and make them pay for it.
I wonder if I can buy a set of michelin pilot sport A/S and make them pay for it.
04-06-06, 11:55 AM
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Hmmm, I'm noticing that the car pulls to the right also, if I take my hand of the wheel, this happens on EVERY hwy I'm on. How are we supposed to differentiate whether this is just due to the crest in the road, or the fact there is a problem with the car? Also if they over-compensate for a right side of the road driven car in alignment set-up, will that mess with the wear on the tread?
04-16-06, 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by ES3
Anyone know whether there is actually the following TSB recall for the alignment?
# is ST004-01 REPAIR MANUAL SUPPLEMENT: VEHICLE PULLING TO ONE SIDE
# is ST004-01 REPAIR MANUAL SUPPLEMENT: VEHICLE PULLING TO ONE SIDE
It's not a TSB, it's a supplement to the repair manual detailing steps to take if someone reports the car pulling to one side. It isn't specifically related to the IS.
04-19-06, 07:30 AM
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Geesh, just got my car back, the alignment was out of spec. But I barely notice a difference, the car still pulls right? Even on say, the middle lane of a 3 lane hwy.
For those of you who claim to notice NO problems with your alignment, when you take you hand of the wheel do you literally notice NO pull whatsoever? Just trying to make sure that there really IS such a thing as near perfect alignment on this car!
For those of you who claim to notice NO problems with your alignment, when you take you hand of the wheel do you literally notice NO pull whatsoever? Just trying to make sure that there really IS such a thing as near perfect alignment on this car!
04-19-06, 07:47 AM
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Originally Posted by ES3
Geesh, just got my car back, the alignment was out of spec. But I barely notice a difference, the car still pulls right? Even on say, the middle lane of a 3 lane hwy.
For those of you who claim to notice NO problems with your alignment, when you take you hand of the wheel do you literally notice NO pull whatsoever? Just trying to make sure that there really IS such a thing as near perfect alignment on this car!
For those of you who claim to notice NO problems with your alignment, when you take you hand of the wheel do you literally notice NO pull whatsoever? Just trying to make sure that there really IS such a thing as near perfect alignment on this car!
04-19-06, 06:54 PM
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here is what fixed my veering to the right problem:
1. changed Dunlops to Bridgestone Potenzas, uni-directional tires. (dealer courtesy)
2. added Lexus camber kits (dealer courtesy).
3. re-alignment (dealer courtesy).
after 2000 miles, so far so good - no veering issues.
1. changed Dunlops to Bridgestone Potenzas, uni-directional tires. (dealer courtesy)
2. added Lexus camber kits (dealer courtesy).
3. re-alignment (dealer courtesy).
after 2000 miles, so far so good - no veering issues.
04-19-06, 06:56 PM
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Originally Posted by keeeeez
here is what fixed my veering to the right problem:
1. changed Dunlops to Bridgestone Potenzas, uni-directional tires. (dealer courtesy)
2. added Lexus camber kits (dealer courtesy).
3. re-alignment (dealer courtesy).
after 2000 miles, so far so good - no veering issues.
1. changed Dunlops to Bridgestone Potenzas, uni-directional tires. (dealer courtesy)
2. added Lexus camber kits (dealer courtesy).
3. re-alignment (dealer courtesy).
after 2000 miles, so far so good - no veering issues.
What exactly are lexus camber kits? Also by chance did they let you keep the Dunlops?
Is there ANY pull whatsoever if you take your hands off the wheels on most roads?
04-19-06, 09:45 PM
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my car rides good and the caster is out of alignment and cant be fixed i put some airride on and droped the car. man did i chew up a set of tires in 500 miles with a 3degree toe out on my fronts. also look for a raceing atire shop they deal with my high performance. moms es300 drives greatm and has for 220y
04-20-06, 04:58 AM
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Originally Posted by ES3
Hmmm, I'm noticing that the car pulls to the right also, if I take my hand of the wheel, this happens on EVERY hwy I'm on. How are we supposed to differentiate whether this is just due to the crest in the road, or the fact there is a problem with the car? Also if they over-compensate for a right side of the road driven car in alignment set-up, will that mess with the wear on the tread?
ST004-01 REPAIR MANUAL SUPPLEMENT: VEHICLE PULLING TO ONE SIDE (REVISED)
This bulletin contains general vehicle pulling diagnosis and repair procedures along with specific information to help correct pulling complaints.
This information supplements Repair Manual procedures when the symptoms are: The driver holds the steering wheel without exerting steering effort while driving straight ahead, and the vehicle drifts to the right or the left.
While driving straight ahead, the driver has to steer either to the right or the left to maintain straight driving.
.... This repair is covered under the Lexus Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 12 months or 20,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle’s in-service date.
Hope that helps..
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04-20-06, 06:08 AM
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Originally Posted by ES3
Good to know... did they try an alignment first which failed to fix the problem?
What exactly are lexus camber kits? Also by chance did they let you keep the Dunlops?
Is there ANY pull whatsoever if you take your hands off the wheels on most roads?
What exactly are lexus camber kits? Also by chance did they let you keep the Dunlops?
Is there ANY pull whatsoever if you take your hands off the wheels on most roads?
04-20-06, 08:46 AM
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Originally Posted by mcfly
It's not a TSB, it's a supplement to the repair manual detailing steps to take if someone reports the car pulling to one side. It isn't specifically related to the IS.
Is there a difference?
Finally it applies to ALL Lexus models, not just the IS:
Technical Service, Information Bulletin, December 21, 2001, Revised 4/4/06
Title: REPAIR MANUAL SUPPLEMENT: VEHICLE PULLING TO ONE SIDE
Models: All ’02 – ’07 Models
TSIB REVISION NOTICE:
April 4, 2006: 2007 model year has been added to Applicable Vehicles.
October 5, 2005: 2003 – 2006 model years have been added to Applicable Vehicles.