jimisbell

Why? Where can I find a list of the changes between 2005 and 2006?

DJWLDW

Jim

A slight face lift and going from a 5 speed to a 6 speed. LED tail light came in the 06 I believe. Other than that I don't believe there were many other changes. I have an 06 and my son his an 05.

Dennis

jimisbell

Thanks. I didnt think there was much. On the 5 speed vs the 6 speed, I have a question. When you put it in "D" and then move it to "S" look at the instrument panel, it says it is in 5th gear at top end. But if you pull it back to "S" then tap it up, it goes to 6, so does "D" not use the top gear? Or is the display incorrect.

iolmaster

iTrader: (1)

When I put my 06 into S from D it always goes into 4 not 5. As does my 2015 RX.

jimisbell

mine might as well. I am not in the car. BUT....what does that say about what gear "D" tops out at. Why do they call a transmission that will only shift to 5, a 6 speed transmission. I dont think its proper to refer to reverse as a "speed"

Seattle SCone

So, does the 6 speed have an actual top gear of #5 or #6?

jimisbell

Thats what I am wondering...........

GmanSC

Guys, if you go to S, you driving manually. At the red light, you can downshift to 1 then upshift. My 07 will go to 6. I have never shifted to S when the car in motion, but I believe it will shift to 4 then you can manually upshift to 5 then 6.

Seattle SCone

Thanks. That clears that up.

Badhobz

You guys forgot the revised suspension on the 06+

jimisbell

OK, then yiou are saying one of two things.

1) D doesnt go all the way to 6 ?

OR

2) When you shift to S while running it automaticaly down shifts one gear?

GmanSC

It’s simple. When you in D, it automatically goes to the gears according to the SC speed. When you in S mode, it’s manual transmission. You will manually shift it thru the gears 1-6 for an 06+ SC. Like I said, I have never shifted to S mode while the car in motion but I believe it will go to 4.

Bgw70

Jim, shift to S when you are going 70mph on the interstate, it will indicate 6 on the dash.

the changes for all years are in the stickies and below :-)
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sc4...ml#post9100498

What's New for 2003
Other than the Lexus Link emergency and concierge service becoming available, there are no changes for the SC 430.

What's New for 2004
There are no significant changes to the SC 430 this year, though Lexus will offer a Pebble Beach Edition package, which includes Azure Pearl exterior paint, black bird's eye maple interior trim, run-flat tires, a rear spoiler and a black leather golf bag.

What's New for 2005
The 2005 SC 430 receives new shock absorbers for improved ride comfort and driving performance. Bluetooth was added, making radio upgradeable for bluetooth media connections on smartphones (earlier 2005 production model may not be compatible). All-season run-flat tires are now an available option in addition to the summer-use run-flats offered previously.

What's New for 2006
For 2006, major update in drivetrain with a new six-speed automatic transmission. Redesigned suspension for improved ride. Factory Xenon HID lighting with adaptive front headlamps. Updated exterior styling includes a new front fascia, wheels and taillamps. Inside, the SC gets a new gauge cluster, shift plate and revised trim.

What's New for 2007
Driver and passenger knee airbags are standard this year, and the front passenger seat now has an occupant detection sensor for airbag deactivation.

What's New for 2008
Now entering its seventh year, this generation of the Lexus SC 430 sees just a few detail changes for 2008. Among them are redesigned and illuminated scuff plates, a black license plate accent and new wheels for the Pebble Beach edition.

What's New for 2009
The 2009 Lexus SC 430 remains unchanged from the previous year except for the addition of turn signals integrated into the side mirrors.

What's New for 2010
The 2010 Lexus SC 430 gets fresh 18-inch alloy wheels, puddle lamps in the exterior mirrors, and an updated navigation/audio interface with a tweaked display, real-time traffic and weather, satellite radio, iPod/USB connectivity and Bluetooth audio.

tiglesias

Nice post BG. In addition to those items, a review of the New Car Features from Lexus for the 2006 SC430 indicate the following additional changes from the 2005 model year:

1. Five new exterior colors: Mercury Metallic, Smoky Granite Mica, Matador Red Mica, Chardonnay Pearl (Beige), Twilight Amethyst Pearl (Brown).
2. Semi - Aniline leather is used for the door trim and seats.
3. New five spoke 18" wheel design.
4. Changes to the intake, fuel and engine control systems.
5. New design differential driveshaft retention.
6. Differential changed to F21SF.
7. Brake ECU communication and Multiplex communication added through CAN (Controller Area Network)
8. Seat belt buzzer reminder cancel mode added.
9. Cruise control low speed set memory added.

Best,

Tom

Bgw70

anyone know how to disable item 8?

I found it…credit to Bon
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sc4...ml#post5741924

1. Turn the key to the ON position, foot off the brake, door closed, seat belt unbuckled.

2. As soon as the display is on, press the trip button as needed until the ODO is displayed (not trip A or B) AND THEN CONTINUE TO HOLD THE TRIP BUTTON DOWN WITH THE ODO DISPLAYED.

3. Continue to press and hold this same trip button (not the reset button) and hold for about 30 seconds.

4. While still holding the trip button, buckle the driver's side seatbelt. (Can you spell contortionist?)

5. The odometer display should read "b ON" or "b OFF". toggle the beep OFF with the trip button (again not the reset button).

6. Turn off the ignition when you have the setting that you want.

7. Continue using your seat belt.