Does anyone know of a place that can fix the dash lights on my speedo and rev counter needles on my LS400. I know it's a common fault on these, and I'm worried that the full lot will go soon...
Don't say Lexus dealer, as they'll charge me a f***ing fortune.
The nearest place I've found is in Nottinghamshire, so if you know one in the North East of England, I would be most appreciative!
2006-09-01 12:09:36 · 5 answers · asked by J4xxs 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You may be aware of the 'Honest John' pages in the Daily Telegraph motoring supplement on Saturdays.
I have the latest edition of his book (2002-03) and there are no Lexus specialists listed in that. However, you might try his website www.honestjohn.co.uk
Another alternative may be to phone around some of the auto-electrical specialists.
DId you ask a Lexus dealer for a quote? It may be worth asking.....
Perhaps one of the smaller independent Toyota dealers may have knowledge of this. Try to find one who is NOT part of one of the dreadful 'major'groups.
Also, in the Autotrader magazine there are often a number of 'electronic dashboard specialists to be found - usually towards the back of the mag. I think many of these are merely 'clocking' merchants, but you may be lucky.
You say you are in the North East - try the North East Auto Trader. I am in Yorkshire, so if you do not have access to the Yorkshire Auto Trader, email me on X5576@aol.com and I will be happy to check it out for you.
I hope the financial shock is not TOO bad!
2006-09-01 12:30:29 · answer #1 · answered by aarcue 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lexus have an enviable reputation for reliability, but when they go wrong - and they do - the expense makes your eyes water, at least at dealer rates. Independent specialists exist, but they are few and far between. If you've found one in Notts, greet that as good news and make an appointment!
2006-09-01 19:48:39 · answer #2 · answered by dagr382 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
any good repair shop,,can do this job,,i own a repair shop ,in Tennessee,,and i have changed a few of them,,it doesn't take rocket scientist to do it,,the Lexus dealer,,would like for you to think it does though,,then they can get the 55 bucks an hour labor on it,,i did one in about 2 hours,,and charged 50 bucks,,and the customer was real happy with it,,good luck with it,,i ope this help,s.
2006-09-01 19:44:01 · answer #3 · answered by dodge man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think there is a cracker mechanic who has that instrument cluster out. Toyota is almost the same. Seek and you shall find some little asian guy that speaks almost as fast as the british and he can do a bang up job. Driving to Texas is not a option!
2006-09-01 19:16:55 · answer #4 · answered by John Paul 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check your local cowboy.
2006-09-03 03:19:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋