When did I replace the battery on my Lexus RX 350?
We had replaced our RX300 battery as it approached the 4 yr mark, with a battery from AutoZone which at the time received high marks from Consumers Reports. Sold as a 6 yr battery, it failed suddenly after less than 33 mos, stranding my wife in freeway traffic. The car was towed to a local repair shop we use, where an Interstate Battery was fitted.
What’s the difference between Toyota and Lexus batteries?
The batteries are still the same but now the Lexus branded battery costs twice as much – around $250 here. I would have bought the Toyota branded battery but there is no warranty unless used in a Toyota or Scion brand car.
How much does it cost to replace a Lexus battery?
It’s odd that the local Toyota and Lexus dealer used to sell exactly the same batteries at similar prices until a separate Lexus branded battery was created. The batteries are still the same but now the Lexus branded battery costs twice as much – around $250 here.
Why does my RX350 battery drain so fast?
The fuse is in an outside area (in cold Alaska no less!) and it wants to be at ambient temperature. You’d have to drain a lot more current than just 40mA. If the dealer can’t find where some parasitic drain is going, they have no business repairing cars, let alone putting remote starters on.
How often should you change the battery in a Lexus RX350?
We recommend changing the battery in Lexuss every 4 years. Although some batteries last much longer, most batteries begin breaking down chemically after four years, so you could experience dimmer headlights and other negative effects before you have a dead battery in your RX350 that you need to replace.
How to reset your car after replacing battery?
Each window has to be reset. To accomplish this, start the vehicle and roll each window down and hold for 1 second. Should work normal after that 2. All your radio presets will be lost and you will have to re-enter all. Everything else will auto reset once the vehicle is re-connected and started.
What kind of car is the Lexus RX350?
I ended up with a lot of cars and those are the current family members 1994 Toyota Supra MK4 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse Turbo Build 2001 BMW E46 with a 2JZ (Drift Car) 2006 BMW 330i E90 2008 Dodge RAM 2500 2013 Infinity G35x In 2018 I started drifting and it quickly became my passion.
How to replace a battery in a VW?
Remove Cables – How to disconnect the cables the right way 6. Clean Cables – Clean with baking soda, water and a wire brush 7. New Battery – Install new battery and prevent corrosion 8. Secure Battery – Replace the bracket to secure the new battery