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Old 01-02-04, 06:51 PM
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Question Sunroof Harmonic Noise

I just discovered a problem with my new RX330 that is driving me nuts. When all the windows are rolled up and the sunroof is open a harmonic wave occurs over your head that sounds like a helicopter. If you open one of the front windows the noise disappears. The harmonic wave is so severe that it will give you a headache is 1-2 minutes. Has anyone experienced such a problem and what was done to resolve the problem.
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the problem you're experiencing is common on many vehicles with sunroofs. If you use the auto function to open the roof, it will stop about 2 inches short of full-open. According to the owner's manual, that is supposed to cut down on the noise.
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The noise should also go away if you open one of the rear windows, which is much less annoying than the front windows (unless it happens to be a beautiful day).
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This issue keeps coming up. We had a good discussion on this a while back.....maybe this will help!

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...threadid=74951
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Thanks to all for your information. I guess I will have to live with the sunroof resonance "feature"
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