Armrest problem is driving me nuts
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Armrest problem is driving me nuts
My arm rest does not latch very well, so it flies up when I hit a bump. Now it's getting to where it just won't latch at all, even when I bend the little plastic latch back. My '00 TL never had this problem - it latched very solidly.
I have seen several other people post that they have this problem. Has anyone had any success getting it fixed? I am going to call my dealer today and make an appointment, I just want to know what my odds are of getting this resolved. I hope there isn't a design flaw or something.
I have seen several other people post that they have this problem. Has anyone had any success getting it fixed? I am going to call my dealer today and make an appointment, I just want to know what my odds are of getting this resolved. I hope there isn't a design flaw or something.
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I have a similar problem, although not as severe. It is very easy to pop open. There is something wrong with the latch (the hook doesn't catch enough to hold the door shut)
I plan on asking the dealer.
I plan on asking the dealer.
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I made an appt. with the dealer today. He said it was a simple adjustment to get the armrest to latch. He said that adjustment and the window recall will take an hour total to fix. Taking it in next week.
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Thanks for the info on your replacement experience. I asked the dealer if he had to order any parts, and he said it was just a simple adjustment. Hopefully, if they end up having to replace the whole lid, they will have the parts in stock. I would hate to have to take it back again. If that happens, I would probably just put up with it for another month until it's time for my first oil change, since it's kind of a hassle having to drop it off.
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Originally posted by mikester:
My arm rest does not latch very well, so it flies up when I hit a bump. Now it's getting to where it just won't latch at all, even when I bend the little plastic latch back. My '00 TL never had this problem - it latched very solidly.
I have seen several other people post that they have this problem. Has anyone had any success getting it fixed? I am going to call my dealer today and make an appointment, I just want to know what my odds are of getting this resolved. I hope there isn't a design flaw or something.
My arm rest does not latch very well, so it flies up when I hit a bump. Now it's getting to where it just won't latch at all, even when I bend the little plastic latch back. My '00 TL never had this problem - it latched very solidly.
I have seen several other people post that they have this problem. Has anyone had any success getting it fixed? I am going to call my dealer today and make an appointment, I just want to know what my odds are of getting this resolved. I hope there isn't a design flaw or something.
Tell 'em to replace the armrest top/cover and hopefully that'll solve your problem
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That definitely is strange. I dont have that problem. I'm sure the dealer will take care of it without a problem.
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hmmm....that sounds strange to me too. i haven't had any problems except the fuel door latch.
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2002 Satin Silver TL-S W/Nav
-Ebony interior wood kit
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98 Lexus LS400
2002 Satin Silver TL-S W/Nav
-Ebony interior wood kit
-Ebony wood/leather steering wheel
-20% tint
-Boston Acoustic speakers+tweeters
-Kenwood 12" tube
.......more to come
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Originally posted by Sams_Type_S:
I had the same problem. The dealer replaced the lower latch and I haven't had any problems since. Good luck
I had the same problem. The dealer replaced the lower latch and I haven't had any problems since. Good luck
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