New Owner of a 2001
07-04-12, 06:23 PM
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New Owner of a 2001
We just took delivery of a parchment (white) 2002 with 77,000 miles. It's an immaculate car with a clean history. We needed a comfortable car for 15 hour drives from North Louisiana to Chicago on I55 and this seems to be the perfect interstate cruiser. I normally would not consider a ten year old car for long trips, but this car looks and drives like a two year old car. The underside is as clean as the top side. Is there anything I need to look for? The timing belt is apparently original. I realize it is past the recommended six year replacement, but I stopped by our local Toyota dealership and a mechanic told me not to worry. Everything functions perfectly on this car and I'm excited about hitting the road in it. We had been making this trip in a 2008 Mazda3, so the LS should be quite an improvement.
Last edited by sajack; 07-08-12 at 07:06 PM.
07-05-12, 02:38 AM
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Welcome & congratulations. If you haven't done so already, register the car in the owners section of lexus.com and you can view the full dealer service history. Common problems you may find:
- Steering wheel adjustment (up/down & in/out) may not work
- Outside mirrors may not adjust or fold
- Cooled seats don't (much).
Enjoy your car and the road trips.
- Steering wheel adjustment (up/down & in/out) may not work
- Outside mirrors may not adjust or fold
- Cooled seats don't (much).
Enjoy your car and the road trips.
07-05-12, 02:57 AM
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Is there any way to defeat the steering wheel adjustment? That's one electric motor that works a lot more than is really needed. It would be nice to have an on-off switch like the outside mirror fold function.
I've had German cars that were plagued with electric. motor problems. It's at least nice to know that Toyota products have better reliability.
Thanks for the info. I had already registered with Lexus.
I've had German cars that were plagued with electric. motor problems. It's at least nice to know that Toyota products have better reliability.
Thanks for the info. I had already registered with Lexus.
07-05-12, 08:15 AM
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Is there any way to defeat the steering wheel adjustment? That's one electric motor that works a lot more than is really needed. It would be nice to have an on-off switch like the outside mirror fold function.
I've had German cars that were plagued with electric. motor problems. It's at least nice to know that Toyota products have better reliability.
Thanks for the info. I had already registered with Lexus.
I've had German cars that were plagued with electric. motor problems. It's at least nice to know that Toyota products have better reliability.
Thanks for the info. I had already registered with Lexus.
07-05-12, 10:17 AM
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I have an owner's manual. Is the customization menu in the manual?
By the way, I'm also a long-time Mazda Miata owner. Lexus owners seem to be almost as passionate about their cars as Miata owners. I think I'm going to enjoy this car.
By the way, I'm also a long-time Mazda Miata owner. Lexus owners seem to be almost as passionate about their cars as Miata owners. I think I'm going to enjoy this car.
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07-05-12, 07:13 PM
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You'll be even more passionate if you read the manual. I know it's a long read, but well worth it.
07-07-12, 02:35 PM
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Is there any way to defeat the steering wheel adjustment? That's one electric motor that works a lot more than is really needed. It would be nice to have an on-off switch like the outside mirror fold function.
I've had German cars that were plagued with electric. motor problems. It's at least nice to know that Toyota products have better reliability.
Thanks for the info. I had already registered with Lexus.
I've had German cars that were plagued with electric. motor problems. It's at least nice to know that Toyota products have better reliability.
Thanks for the info. I had already registered with Lexus.
The build quality of these cars is amazing. You will love your car.
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07-08-12, 08:36 AM
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...We needed a comfortable car for 15 hour drives from North Louisiana to Chicago on I55 and this seems to be the perfect interstate cruiser. I normally would not consider a ten year old car for long trips, but this car looks and drive... so the LS should be quite an improvement.
You'll love the smooth ride and quietness.
As for timing belt, I would not risk any age dry rot from a 11 year old belt and just change it. 77k is close anyway, I'm surprised the dealer risked giving an okay to the original belt after 11 years.
07-08-12, 06:05 PM
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Wow!
We just took delivery of a parchment (white) 2001 with 77,000 miles. It's an immaculate car with a clean history. We needed a comfortable car for 15 hour drives from North Louisiana to Chicago on I55 and this seems to be the perfect interstate cruiser. I normally would not consider a ten year old car for long trips, but this car looks and drives like a two year old car. The underside is as clean as the top side. Is there anything I need to look for? The timing belt is apparently original. I realize it is past the recommended six year replacement, but I stopped by our local Toyota dealership and a mechanic told me not to worry. Everything functions perfectly on this car and I'm excited about hitting the road in it. We had been making this trip in a 2008 Mazda3, so the LS should be quite an improvement.
