Why does my Lexus RX350 battery go dead after 4 days?
The dealer installed a remote starter at the time of purchase (we live in Alaska). We’ve had a continuing problem with the battery going dead if the car has not been driven for a period of time (like 4 days). When she does drive it, it is for short trips (3 miles round trip to work).
Can a Lexus RX350 be left alone for weeks?
If the dealer can’t find where some parasitic drain is going, they have no business repairing cars, let alone putting remote starters on. There’s no way that car shouldn’t last for weeks if left alone. Sure, Alaska is cold but your summer is probably still warmer than our CT winters.
How to disable a car alarm to change the battery?
Insert the key into the ignition. Turn the key to the “on” or “II” position, and then rapidly turn it to the “off” or “I” position. You may or may not hear an audible disarm warning. The alarm is now disarmed. Open the hood and loosen the retaining nut on the cable clamp with a socket wrench.
Is the Ford RX 350 a hatchback or a trunk?
The RX 350 is an SUV, so it has a hatch not a trunk. Checking for the light has been easy, and that has not been the issue. The car lives in a heated garage most of the time and that is usually where it had the dead battery until we got the trickle charger.
The dealer installed a remote starter at the time of purchase (we live in Alaska). We’ve had a continuing problem with the battery going dead if the car has not been driven for a period of time (like 4 days). When she does drive it, it is for short trips (3 miles round trip to work).
Why does my Lexus RX350 drain so fast?
Take a volt meter and measure the voltage drop across the fuses. A fuse with a high voltage drop means the fuse element is hotter than the others which means that’s the circuit drawing the current. I was assuming a test at the fuse.
Why does my Lexus RX350 make so much noise?
Tiny levels, though. 4.5mV on single ended wire into a high impedance (ie open wire because the circuit is off) could easily be construed as noise. A regular half way decent multimeter measures about that much if you just leave the leads dangle.
Can you pull a fuse on a Lexus RX350?
You can’t pull a fuse on todays cars and check for a current draw. When doing that you can force a computer/module to go to sleep that may be drawing the current and never find the current draw. Instead, leave everything connected and take an infra-red thermal gun and point it at the fuses and relays.
How often do you change the battery on a Lexus 400h?
My 2007 400H with 187,000 miles on it (mostly in Arizona) still has original brakes and I’ve seen no degradation in mileage or hybrid battery condition. I was worried, because our hot weather is a battery killer. We go through 12-volt batteries once every 18 to 24 months, and so far the dealer has replaced it for free every time!
How many miles does a Lexus 400h have?
My 2007 400H with 187,000 miles on it (mostly in Arizona) still has original brakes and I’ve seen no degradation in mileage or hybrid battery condition. I was worried, because our hot weather is a battery killer.
What should the battery charge be in a Lexus?
Electronics should also be turned off, including the stereo system, air conditioner, etc. Take a look at the alternator. If your Lexus model also has a battery meter, while the engine is running the charge maintained by the alternator should be about 13.8 – 14.2 volts if the system is functioning properly.
My 2007 400H with 187,000 miles on it (mostly in Arizona) still has original brakes and I’ve seen no degradation in mileage or hybrid battery condition. I was worried, because our hot weather is a battery killer. We go through 12-volt batteries once every 18 to 24 months, and so far the dealer has replaced it for free every time!
How much does it cost to replace a Lexus hybrid battery?
If you are considering a Lexus RX 400H battery repair we encourage you to contact us to discuss a RX 400H hybrid battery replacement with a completely reconditioned Green Bean battery. There are many shops and individuals that claim they can repair your Lexus RX 400H battery for as low as $500.
What kind of battery do I need for Lexus RX 400h?
RX 400H / 2006-2009 Premium reconditioned Green Bean hybrid battery for a 2006-2009 Lexus RX 400H. Direct fit replacement for all 2006-2009 Lexus RX 400H hybrid batteries. All backed by our Green Bean Warranty with an optional Lifetime Upgrade option.
What’s the best way to remove a battery from a Lexus?
You can use bungee cords to strap the terminals aside and away from each other as to not make contact. Using the 10mm crescent wrench, remove the nuts holding the clamp or battery tie down. Figure 2. You’ll need to remove this bracket to remove the battery.
If the dealer can’t find where some parasitic drain is going, they have no business repairing cars, let alone putting remote starters on. There’s no way that car shouldn’t last for weeks if left alone. Sure, Alaska is cold but your summer is probably still warmer than our CT winters.
How often should I charge my Lexus E350 battery?
If you do alot of stop and start driving like I do, that isn’t enough to recharge the cell of the battery, it must be non stop driving time. Recommend that I get a 1.5 tricky charge device an hook to battery at least one night a week to keep the battery charged.
Take a volt meter and measure the voltage drop across the fuses. A fuse with a high voltage drop means the fuse element is hotter than the others which means that’s the circuit drawing the current. I was assuming a test at the fuse.
If you do alot of stop and start driving like I do, that isn’t enough to recharge the cell of the battery, it must be non stop driving time. Recommend that I get a 1.5 tricky charge device an hook to battery at least one night a week to keep the battery charged.
Why does my Lexus not start when I jump the battery?
If jumping the battery doesn’t help, its most likely not battery or cable problem. If the battery is weak, the starter will still but very weak or slow. If the battery is really bad, you might hear the click, click, click, click, click sound. This is also a possibility, especially someone else drive your car.
Where is the fuse box on a Lexus ECU?
Disconnect negative battery cable. This is the recommended way. It’s the easiest, there’s no risk of getting shocked by the battery, and it requires no special tools. All you need to do is remove and then re-install two fuses. Locate the fuse box under the hood on the passenger side near the strut tower.
Can a Lexus ECU start on the second try?
Don’t be alarmed; nine times out of ten this will happen for everyone, but as long as the battery cables were tightened properly or the fuses were inserted properly it’ll start on the second try. If you used option 3, this is less likely to happen but is still possible.
The RX 350 is an SUV, so it has a hatch not a trunk. Checking for the light has been easy, and that has not been the issue. The car lives in a heated garage most of the time and that is usually where it had the dead battery until we got the trickle charger.
Are there any problems with the Lexus RX350?
This does not sound right to us, but the Lexus service department has no clue and claims there is nothing in the service bulletins about this problem. We don’t beleive this is what to expect from Lexus.
This does not sound right to us, but the Lexus service department has no clue and claims there is nothing in the service bulletins about this problem. We don’t beleive this is what to expect from Lexus.
Why are my power windows not working on my Lexus?
Here’s how to get your power windows working again after disconnecting the battery. This article applies to the Lexus IS, ES, GS, LS, RX (2005-2013). When you disconnect the battery, the window control could lose track of the window’s location on the track.
Why does my car battery keep going dead?
We’ve had a continuing problem with the battery going dead if the car has not been driven for a period of time (like 4 days). When she does drive it, it is for short trips (3 miles round trip to work). The original battery was replaced in fall with a heavy duty one, but the problem continues.
Why does my Lexus RX350 battery drain after 100 miles?
Their finding was that she was not driving it enough and recommened a battery tender, which has been installed. That works as long as she plugs it in daily. However, if a plug in is not available (like at the airport, hospital or if she is visiting) the battery goes dead after 4 days (even after it has been driven 100 miles).
What to do if your Lexus battery goes dead?
I had Lexus road side service come out both times to check the car out. Each time the battery was totally dead. The road side mechanic said that if the car is not driven at least 15 minutes nonstop a day, the battery runs dead as there are so many draws from the car on the battery.
Why does my car battery charge but not charge?
Alternator problem occur because the alternator charges the battery when the car is running. If you jump the battery and it only remains charged for a little while, that’s a positive sign of a faulty alternator. However, it’s very important to have your car thoroughly inspected before you replace anything.
What causes a car battery to drain while driving?
Faulty Charging. If your charging system isn’t working properly, your car battery can drain even while you’re driving. Many cars power their lights, radio, and other systems from the alternator, which can make the battery drain worse if there’s a charging problem.
You can’t pull a fuse on todays cars and check for a current draw. When doing that you can force a computer/module to go to sleep that may be drawing the current and never find the current draw. Instead, leave everything connected and take an infra-red thermal gun and point it at the fuses and relays.