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Old 05-04-21, 03:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Yri
I'm kinda thinking the same thing. Strange how a lot of 2017 ones have this issue (within a year of their original purchase date) but then 2018 and 2019 cars don't. As far as I know, there are no part number differences between 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 rear and front shocks. Only 2015-2016 had different shock part numbers (of course, since no AVS)
2017 was the first year with AVS and it was designed specifically for the RCF with 30-way adjustment (they were different from what IS/GS had in previous years) so there could have been a design flaw.
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Originally Posted by 05RollaXRS
2017 was the first year with AVS and it was designed specifically for the RCF with 30-way adjustment (they were different from what IS/GS had in previous years) so there could have been a design flaw.
It's less of a design flaw and more of a program flaw. If my theory proves to be correct, it would mean the computer is changing the dampening WAY too quick under specific situations. The shock itself is no different from other shocks except for adjustable valving. The shock size itself, rod length etc are all the same, but a computer controls the dampening (as you already know)
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Got the issue fixed covered under warranty. No questions asked and quick replacement. Lexus service is the best.
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Got the issue fixed covered under warranty. No questions asked and quick replacement. Lexus service is the best.
I was expecting that, to be honest with you. In 4 years, I have never been disappointed in my dealership. How does the ride feel in sport+ vs normal mode?
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Old 05-06-21, 01:52 PM
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Originally Posted by 05RollaXRS
I was expecting that, to be honest with you. In 4 years, I have never been disappointed in my dealership. How does the ride feel in sport+ vs normal mode?
it feels about the same or maybe slightly stiffer. It could because the blown shock is not affecting the ride quality anymore. I did check from eco to sport+ and I can feel a stiffer ride as I increase the mode.
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Old 05-06-21, 02:03 PM
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Originally Posted by 3ISRC
it feels about the same or maybe slightly stiffer. It could because the blown shock is not affecting the ride quality anymore. I did check from eco to sport+ and I can feel a stiffer ride as I increase the mode.
The only difference you will feel the difference in shock dampening between 2 modes: Normal (ECO, NORM, SPORT S) vs. Sport S+.

Originally Posted by Lexus USA

Drive Mode Select

While AVS performs automatically, Drive Mode Select enables drivers to change the damping mode of the shock absorbers according to their preference:
  • In ECO mode, NORMAL mode or SPORT S mode, AVS ensures drivability and stability with an emphasis on ride comfort.
  • In SPORT S+ mode, damping force is increased for better drivability and stability.


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Originally Posted by flipside909
The only difference you will feel the difference in shock dampening between 2 modes: Normal (ECO, NORM, SPORT S) vs. Sport S+.



I had no idea lol. No wonder there didn't feel much difference from eco to sport mode. Now I know!
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Some RC Fs have a comfort mode? I have never seen one, interesting.
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Originally Posted by Ab175
Some RC Fs have a comfort mode? I have never seen one, interesting.
No RCF has comfort mode. Only normal, ECO, Sport, Sport+. I think it is a generic document that covers other models as well including base model RCs etc.
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Originally Posted by 05RollaXRS
No RCF has comfort mode. Only normal, ECO, Sport, Sport+. I think it is a generic document that covers other models as well including base model RCs etc.
What the hell is Comfort anyways? Lol. I mean what does it do for other models?
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Interesting, I have never seen an RC of any sort with a comfort mode lmao
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I googled it. Apparently, LS500 has a comfort mode.
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Originally Posted by 05RollaXRS
I googled it. Apparently, LS500 has a comfort mode.
Makes sense for the LS but they can have that we don’t need that on the F lol.
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Old 05-06-21, 07:59 PM
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Originally Posted by 3ISRC
Makes sense for the LS but they can have that we don’t need that on the F lol.
LOL that is true.
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Originally Posted by Ab175
Some RC Fs have a comfort mode? I have never seen one, interesting.
No, this chart just expands on those Lexus vehicles with AVS and comfort mode. LS and LC specifically.
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