2010-2015 Lexus RX350 RX450h Hatch Support Strut Shocks Replacement Instructions

Master Technician Viktor G shows the DIY how-to removal and installation procedure.
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Huge thanks to Jim Ollick for editing this video!

[@TucsonNative]

Thanks Viktor! I hate learning curves for something I will only do once, so your video is perfect- thorough, accurate, and reduced the learning curve to zero!

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

Thanks Steven!

[@dianamoffat5603]

I just ordered the hatch supports you linked. Here’s hoping it’s as easy for me as it was for you.

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

Thanks Diana, I have full confidence in you!

[@cjbarnes2010]

Thanks Victor, this helped me heaps !!

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

@@cjbarnes2010 glad to hear!

[@soccerbrett1]

Great....as always. Thanks Viktor!

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

@@soccerbrett1 thank you 😊

[@ryanyoung7592]

Worked perfectly, thanks!

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

Glad to hear!

[@jameskoewing6360]

Nice! Very straight forward and instructions are clear. Thank you for the tutorial!

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

My pleasure, glad it was helpful!

[@tophersexton4196]

LOVE your demos, have 2015 Rx 450h, can you show us how to replace the subwoofer please? Thanks

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

@@tophersexton4196 will do if I ever get a chance, thanks!

[@nampham8101]

Can you make a video on how to replace the lift struts on the Rx 350 2016+?

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

@@nampham8101 will do if I ever get a chance, thanks!

[@venelog22]

Another helpful video! Thanks again

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

For sure!

[@hrandmahmoudi147]

Thanks for good vibes 🙏👏👏

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

Thanks for watching!

[@williewill78]

Great video Viktor! I have the same question as the other subscriber. I have a 2010 Lexus RX 350. I was wondering about the buttons on the liftgate by the license plate. When I push the left button it unlocks but I have to lift it myself. Is this a programming issue or this is how its supposed to work? And the other button on the right, what is that one for? Thank you in advance. Enjoying your channel.

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

This is how it works on 2010 models. Later on, around 2011, they added the ability for the hatch button to activate the liftgate motor. I’m not sure about a button on the right, the ones I have replaced only had 1 button.

[@williewill78]

Thank you for your quick reply. I appreciate your time.​@@Viktor_G_Automotive

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

@@williewill78 👍

[@MarciaTrimper]

I did this repair following your video. Thank you. I was wondering if you had any info on my hatch not opening with motor when I use hatch button near license plate. It works fine with interior hatch button. I read that this requires programming ? Assist Open Operation? Thanks again for all the great videos.

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

Great job! Is yours a 2010 or 2011 model RX?

[@GraydonTranquilla]

How to remove/replace a rear bumper sonar sensor in a Lexus 2015 RX450H?

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

Will make a video if I get a chance one day. The rear bumper cover has to be removed to access the sensor.

[@miryamamar3420]

Hi Viktor, hope you're doing well. I tried to find your video on 2010-2015 struts replacement but I failed. My question is when replacing front struts with let's say monroe, is it better to replace with naked struts and mounts and keep the OEM coils or are the brand name coils that come in quick struts assembly comparable to the OEM? Also, do you have any brand name recommendation that's as good as the OEM?Thanks.

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

The strut video will be uploaded in the near future. If I were installing aftermarket struts, I would keep the Lexus springs and top mounts. Personally, the only aftermarket brand I would use is KYB, with those I would be comfortable using either complete assemblies or just the struts.

[@theshepre]

Hi there. Do you have a video for a 2018 Lexus electric strut replacement? Thank you.

[@Viktor_G_Automotive]

Hi, unfortunately I do not have a video of that, but I will put it on my to-do list. Thanks!

[@theshepre]

@@Viktor_G_Automotive thank you.