Gurgling Air Conditioning Noise (TSB info post #119)
#46
pdaeng, I've merged your thread. Let's keep it in one place for now.
The 450h is slightly different in the sense the air conditioner is powered by electric. Which means it won't impact gas mileage. But there will be some noise from the fans if it's anything like the 3RX. Nothing horrible though. I haven't heard anything unusual in my 450h F-Sport yet. But the weather has been somewhat on the chilly side here. I also haven't had the RXh a week yet. Next week I should be able to use the air conditioner more.
The 450h is slightly different in the sense the air conditioner is powered by electric. Which means it won't impact gas mileage. But there will be some noise from the fans if it's anything like the 3RX. Nothing horrible though. I haven't heard anything unusual in my 450h F-Sport yet. But the weather has been somewhat on the chilly side here. I also haven't had the RXh a week yet. Next week I should be able to use the air conditioner more.
Thanks for the information.
Anyway, I am still waiting for my special ordered car, which means I have the chance to thoroughly test it before sign my name.
#47
Hey guys, Lexus Master Tech here.
We are aware of the issue, and filling the freon to the max amount seems to fix it. There is an improved expansion valve in development right now, but I have no current ETA of when it will be released.
We are aware of the issue, and filling the freon to the max amount seems to fix it. There is an improved expansion valve in development right now, but I have no current ETA of when it will be released.
#48
IDK about that. There are many previous post here stating Lexus service filling Freon to no avail. Also, my service told me they would not even touch it right now, until a solution is found.
Edit:
Anyone considered filing for the Lemon Law. Would this even hold up in court?
Edit:
Anyone considered filing for the Lemon Law. Would this even hold up in court?
Last edited by clwu; 05-21-16 at 02:49 PM. Reason: added a question
#49
IDK about that. There are many previous post here stating Lexus service filling Freon to no avail. Also, my service told me they would not even touch it right now, until a solution is found.
Edit:
Anyone considered filing for the Lemon Law. Would this even hold up in court?
Edit:
Anyone considered filing for the Lemon Law. Would this even hold up in court?
#52
Id love to know if this rises to the level of the Lemon Law since I've had mine in numerous times for the ac issue and have had 2 new brake boosters since I bought it 6 months ago.
#53
That does not fix it. Been there. Done that.
#54
The 450h is slightly different in the sense the air conditioner is powered by electric. Which means it won't impact gas mileage. But there will be some noise from the fans if it's anything like the 3RX. Nothing horrible though. I haven't heard anything unusual in my 450h F-Sport yet. But the weather has been somewhat on the chilly side here. I also haven't had the RXh a week yet. Next week I should be able to use the air conditioner more.
#55
Thanks for your suggestion. Your suggested method in fact did not fix the issue. This had been attempted by the technician at Lexus of Tulsa on my RX350 before (See my post in Page 2). Are you a technician at a Lexus service center or at the Lexus Corporate R&D? Please tell the Lexus Corporate or Toyota Corporate that filling up the Freon does not resolve the issue.
This AC noise in my RX350 is getting louder and distinct and it makes me feel like I'm driving a cheaper car like Scion or Toyota. They should call it Scion RX350!!! This is my first Lexus and potentially could be my last! Very disappointed with Lexus product! I never had issue with my BMW and Cayenne and my wife's new Cayenne. However, I do appreciate the friendliness and service that my salesperson, service consultant and service tech manager provided when I sent in my RX350 for this issue!
#56
NotADood,
Thanks for your suggestion. Your suggested method in fact did not fix the issue. This had been attempted by the technician at Lexus of Tulsa on my RX350 before (See my post in Page 2). Are you a technician at a Lexus service center or at the Lexus Corporate R&D? Please tell the Lexus Corporate or Toyota Corporate that filling up the Freon does not resolve the issue.
This AC noise in my RX350 is getting louder and distinct and it makes me feel like I'm driving a cheaper car like Scion or Toyota. They should call it Scion RX350!!! This is my first Lexus and potentially could be my last! Very disappointed with Lexus product! I never had issue with my BMW and Cayenne and my wife's new Cayenne. However, I do appreciate the friendliness and service that my salesperson, service consultant and service tech manager provided when I sent in my RX350 for this issue!
Thanks for your suggestion. Your suggested method in fact did not fix the issue. This had been attempted by the technician at Lexus of Tulsa on my RX350 before (See my post in Page 2). Are you a technician at a Lexus service center or at the Lexus Corporate R&D? Please tell the Lexus Corporate or Toyota Corporate that filling up the Freon does not resolve the issue.
This AC noise in my RX350 is getting louder and distinct and it makes me feel like I'm driving a cheaper car like Scion or Toyota. They should call it Scion RX350!!! This is my first Lexus and potentially could be my last! Very disappointed with Lexus product! I never had issue with my BMW and Cayenne and my wife's new Cayenne. However, I do appreciate the friendliness and service that my salesperson, service consultant and service tech manager provided when I sent in my RX350 for this issue!
A ~60K car shouldn't have such a noise.
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#60
I personally don't mind the noise at all, typically I have some sort of music or radio going that drowns it out. Even when the cabin is silent and I can hear the sound it doesn't bother me since it's still low and only noticeable if you're looking for it (I've had many friends in my RX that didn't notice it until I pointed it out to them) and at least I know where it's coming from and that it's not something that's broken in the vehicle.