Is220d white smoke help please?
Hi guys. Bit of help please. Have a 2009 is220d. 147k miles. For some reason it keep blowing thick white smoke before heating up from the exhaust. For around a minute or two then goes away. However...
View ArticleIS220D Suspected Injector Issue
Hi All, I have a 2009 220d with cicra 130k miles on the clock, It has had intermittent rough idle for the last 2yrs, which has had persisted although the following have been replaced: DPF (2wks ago),...
View ArticleBreaks squeak
I recently did the rear brake's and greased all the 4 slide pins. Now my breaks squeak. I don't know which one it is exactly since I can either drive or be outside to listen and there is no one to...
View ArticleRadio/Aux turns off and shows "ALARM"
Recently my radio started playing some kind of game. When I drive past the Thames-link tunnel it stops what ever is playing radio/aux/disk and displays the message "ALARM". I have non-Sat-Nav unit...
View ArticleExhaust smoke
Hi folks, just visiting from the LS forum. Today I followed an IS 220D (07 plate) from Carlisle to Hexham. Every time he accelerated, great clouds of blue smoke emanated from the exhaust. Is this a...
View Articlefrom ls to is
ive had a few ls400s my brother has an is220d but im interested in an is250 preferrably a sport must be auto just wondered what to look out for regards steve
View ArticleOEM HIDs - 55w Upgrade?
Anyone that has OEM HIDs will know by now that the projectors are not the best on the road (sadly). With this in mind, I wondered if anyone had attempted a 55w upgrade? Wont improve the beam pattern,...
View ArticleV High miles is250
Woh serious miles for is250 sport on ebay with 230k on 55 reg for £2000 1 owner, full history.it says motorway miles. Check it out got no pictures though
View ArticleRear Shock Absorber Lexus Is 220D - Alternatives?
Hi guys,I need to change my rear shocks absorber from my Lexus IS 220D (ALE20L-AEFLYW) - more info about orignal part.I was at Lexus Service and one shock absorber cost 320euro x 2 pieces left/right =...
View ArticleRear Wheel alignment?
Could anyone please let me know if the rear wheels on my is250 is adjustable as I have uneven wear to the inside of my tyre on one side. Thank you in advance.
View ArticleConsidering a 2008 IS250 SE - need advice
Hi guys, I have my eye on a used IS250 SE. Its a pearl white 2008 model with 83000kms (~52000 miles) and has the navigation, rear camera, auto with paddle shift, Mark Levinson sound etc. The car is in...
View ArticleScreen washer reservoir leaking
I've noticed a leak on the near side front corner of my car, it looks and tastes like screen wash! I have been filling the reservoir much more frequently over the last 3 months so by process of...
View ArticleWanted is220 2006-2008
Hi , I want to buy something nice for me and after a month of searching I was stuck between few cars: bmw 320/520, audi a6, insignia and lexus is220 diesel. I know I don't make to much mileage but...
View ArticleAir Con blowing cold air only
Hi All Drove the car (IS250, 66k miles) today and air con was blowing cold air only. I have the air con set to 23 degrees and rarely change this unless the weather is hot. I checked the coolant level...
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Au Revoir..
So, I will shortly be the owner of this fine specimen. The Lexus has been fantastic, probably the best car I owned in my long list of motors. Felt like a change and this will certainly up the ante. I...
View ArticleAuto Folding mirrors IS250
Hi All This may just be a no answer but I'm going to ask anyway. I would love my mirrors to fold in automatically when I lock the car, and unfold when unlocking. Is this possible with any add-on or...
View ArticleHelp!! Oil filter not releasing
Garage tried to change oil filter and I was told housing is siezed on. They had it on the ramp and swinging with a long bar with the correct removal tool. Any suggestions please?
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Topless Pics
Last time I posted some pics after a serious exterior valet, I promised some topless pics when the weather allowed. Today has been a glorious day and I managed to valet the engine bay and boot area as...
View ArticleIS250 - Air Filter Choices
Hi, My air filter replacement is due now. Any recommendations for the air filter? Options are OE ~ £25 K&M ~ £45 HKS ~ £35 Considerations in order are Value for Money (ecomony/mpg/replacement...
View ArticleF-Sport Ride Height vs SE-L
Hi all, Came across this on ebay: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lexus-IS-250-300-350-F-Sport-set-of-new-suspension-springs-shocks-Tokico-TRD-/172133553436?hash=item2813f5951c:g:09YAAOSwXshWtdg7 Wondering...
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