Replacing a Dash on a 20+ Year Old Lexus! How Hard Can It Be? Part 1

[@christopherclark4774]

Hello AMD, I do not own a GX, but please do not cut parts out of the video even if other suggest. I appriciate the multi video approach to documenting a job. For us diyers, there is nothing like learning and hearing every step from a MDT like yourself. No one online goes into the depth of knowledge on video like you do. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us all, you truly can't put a price on knowledge and experience.

[@ozarkliving7263]

Same here

[@Cocora22]

@@ozarkliving7263 100%

[@return.of.the.nac18]

Agreed

[@stevenbaker5099]

I agree. I LOVE ❤ these detailed videos. A possibility I may purchase one of these GX 470 vehicles, and this is some info to know. Thank you AMD.

[@thealmightyjensen3367]

I will always watch long videos from you because of the valuable information you leave in there.

[@stormix5755]

Never ever shorten the videos!!! I love the length and it’s very therapeutic to have a slower paced video, plus easier for diy mechanics to follow along. M539 productions and a whole host of other channels do long videos on a single repair just like this and I’ve never disliked a single one

[@ozarkliving7263]

Agree 100%

[@goharhayat2489]

And I get the opportunity to enjoy 2 cups of coffee while watching the longer videos instead of just one cup.

[@JamalSharwin]

Totally agree. I love the long format, it is very instructive to see a professional handle the tricky stuff.

[@y0jimbb0ttrouble98]

Agreed. AMD don't shorten the videos

[@Mister_E_Lurker]

I don't know who is asking for shorter videos but what makes your channel great is the long form super indepth videos. Please do not shorten them. No problem with breaking them up, but watching the long videos are like therapy for me! Thanks again for all the great content!

[@andrewbarclay6573]

One good tip for interior jobs that have a lot of brittle plastic, turn your heat up all the way in the car and let all the interior plastics warm up so they don’t break as easy

[@clinttube]

Good advice. Definitely invest in a set of trim panel removal tools (assuming you aren't a master technician and know where the clips are/exactly how they should work). They are super cheap and although you'll probably use two, max 3 tools for 90% of trim, having 8 other assorted options for those remaining 10% of cases can be the difference between marring your parts or snapping something from over-leverage. Also on the heat thing, you can use a heat gun when you suspect a portion of a part may have had glue overrun or just become fused overtime. DO NOT overdo it, heat expands and makes things malleable, but especially for brittle parts rapid high heat can cause recessed clips that aren't as warm to snap off.

[@rightlanehog3151]

AMD, I am impressed by the fact you can still get a new dash for GX470. 👏👏

[@c.c.5472]

Holy Mackerel , thats a lot of disassembly. I have a ton a respect for a mechanic who can figure out how to take something like this apart, and then put it all back together - correctly.

[@johndesaavedra1040]

I thought of you at work today, Ahmed. I am retired and work one day a week at a thrift store. I specialize in mechanical and electrical things. I was searching for a 10mm socket and wrench to assemble a donated spreader. I vowed to bring 3 spare 10mm sockets to work the next time.

[@v0mdragon]

the color is Sand Dollar Pearl 4R2 - offered for only one model year, 2003. basically the rarest color GX

[@abeneufeld9690]

Dashes could be Dyed colour ,matching up to what was original Color , If dyed the colour will be extremely close to original ,Dye kits are really good these days

[@GXKid06]

@@abeneufeld9690he means the exterior paint color it is a rare color

[@mightymikex]

I was wondering model year of this car, I will take it as the answer. Thank you!

[@albclean]

AMD, the length of the videos is fine. I enjoy learning from you.

[@bobgong7832]

I appreciate the detail of your videos, so I don't mind if they run long...and I don't even own a Toyota or Lexus, I just admire the content. As you say, the details will help any DIYers. There's no rule that you have to watch the entire video--that's what the pause and stop buttons are for! Keep up the great work.

[@Cocora22]

Noooooooooo. That was hilarious!!!!!!!!!!! I felt like it was NOT long enough. I enjoy these videos over any Netflix movie anytime. Oh Jose's comment threw me into a loud laughter, what incredible timing!!!!!!!!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I am so looking forward to part 2!!!!

[@johndiaz7240]

Thanks for keeping them long with details, great information for anyone with a Toyota. I guess having the patience of Job helps

[@johnweir2218]

VIDEOS NOT TO LONG, GREAT WORK.

[@27nayminthu]

Every single minute of your videos is appreciated, sir. Whether it's a short or long episode, I feel truly blessed to have someone like you-so knowledgeable, experienced, yet humble and kind.

[@SidneyHMusic]

Dear AMD, do not - I repeat - do NOT shorten your videos. Your YT channel is a success because of your longer format videos, not because it caters to tiktok brainrotters.

[@kimbuck-2]

Do not own a GX470 Can't wait for part two !

[@ozarkliving7263]

Same

[@jskaggs8188]

I enjoy your long videos.

[@special5934]

Also, thank you for making the full video not cut out any details. I appreciate all the details as I’m learning to work on cars.

[@gwinbeer]

You can't be a car mechanic without making jokes about missing 10mm sockets , lol

[@PastorDavidFranklin]

Thanks, My dash is cracked. Sadly the cracks showed up after the warranty replacement period was over. I will be following your method closely. Better yet if I lived closer I would be bringing it to you for replacement. Love my Lexus. Been a great, reliable SUV for years - 289,489 miles. Keep up your great work. Love your channel. Can't wait for part 2!

[@richsmith3120]

I'm sure glad you know where everything goes back to including plugging everything back in. You also have a lot of patients.

[@GrimReap3rBF]

i have his brother, the prado 120 and i just learned a new thing, dash removal. thank you very much

[@martinlugus5499]

Of all the projects you do, dash replacements are the most awesome to me.

[@LatersOnTheMenjay.]

Love watching you tear things down/fix them!

[@NightPlayer1976]

What a great video.. Love the ending of part 1 and can't wait for part 2 AMD..👏

[@danmadden1080]

Thanks for the video and hello from New Zealand (1992 Corolla Sprinter still going strong).

[@walpoleandworcester]

Beautiful Lexus despite the cracked dashboard! The rest of the car looks immaculate. Good job on the owner and to you as well AMD!

[@garyi8608]

I don't think your video's are too long. Here and there they drag. I look forward to your video's showing us front line what's going on and the detail of work required to do a job.

[@Cyberdeamon]

My favorite thing to do now in old cars after doing a thorough carpet cleaning in my old 03 Camry is pull back the carpets on the driverside to find out how much of decades spilled soda's have started to rot the metal below it.

[@elpichito3]

Keep the long videos coming!!!! It’s the best format starting with the GS rebuild series

[@OrchidBangladesh]

This colour is very common in Bangladesh. Due to the hot and humid climate people like light colour. And dashboard crack is very common. People usually use leather or vinyl wrapped instead of full replacement. Thank you.

[@Adrielqwerty77163]

Love the long videos!! It's great to watch repairs real time and see you work out any issues that you come across. It helps the DIY community! Looking forward to part 2!

[@brycelewis1270]

The video came out quite literally while I was replacing my dash, great timing. And intensely detailed. Wish me luck as I embark on part 2 on my own😂

[@anneritchie8264]

This was a great video! A longer one would be fine, too. I enjoy your videos very much. I've used them to give me courage to work on my new 4Runner, but mostly they remind me of my days as an aircraft mechanic in the Navy, where I had all the tools and training to get complicated jobs like this done all the time. I'd love to get my hands on the repair manuals for my 4Runner, but it appears that only certified auto mechanics can do that. I've changed the oil a few times, but that is it so far. I'll keep watching your videos and learning. Thank you!

[@feliped.koeniggonzalez4490]

Thank you for this video, Mr. Car Care Nut! I loooove my GX470. Keep it up, please. You do GREAT videos.

[@alb12345672]

Nice to see a fellow NY car!

[@charlesistheman]

I could watch you do this all day! The skill of troubleshooting you use is amazing!

[@TheScottiem303]

Thanks for the video! I am following along step-by-step as I’m going to replace my gx470 dash. All the details you can provide are a huge help. You have the best quality auto videos on KZbin - keep it up!

[@goharhayat2489]

Good luck with your dash replacement. This video will be invaluable to you my friend

[@bsu1960]

No such thing. Too Long 😂 lol Learning from you and watching these superlative videos is the best thing on television / KZbin

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Lmfao Did you check to make sure the new dash was the same color that reaction was priceless camera man did t skip a beat on that question 😂Amd 38:00 @The Car Care Nut

[@rosspayne88]

Jealous of that paint color. To me, it doesn't matter if the content is put into a single 2 hour long continuous video or split into multiple videos because the length of the content is the same. The pause button exists for those who can't watch it all in one sitting 😉 Whatever format is easiest for you and your team is best. Appreciate all the insight into your shop and the hard work you guys do.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

The Color Is Sand Dollar Pearl Color Code 4R2 - Offered for only 1 model year, 2003. The Rarest Color A GX has it is a stunning Color Amd 0:15 @The Car Care Nut

[@panagiotisharos9625]

Congratulations again ,dear talented friend...❤... regards from Athens Greece.,😊

[@rodneywk1]

It's always a good day when AMD graces the screen!!

[@scotttan6377]

AMD is having with fun us viewers/subscribers with a cliff hanger !! Leaving us in suspense and sleepless nights until the next episode . We know AMD DOES NOT make major mistakes !! ( LOL )

[@benjweaver]

Love the long videos!

[@ocratitude]

Great video, i appreciate the level of detail i wpuld personally not worry about length. You can always make clips or hyperlapses later

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Some super fancy floor mats Amd 9:32 @The Car Care Nut

[@angellmarrero8326]

My GX have 400k miles, best vehicle I have owned in my life!!!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

I wish more youtubers did the longer videos its nice to relax and just enjoy a 1 or 2 hour video like watching a movie very therapeutic to have a slower paced video Amd 0:10 @The Car Care Nut

[@boricua4evr1]

Thank you sir love your content ❤

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Wood grain plastic trim is Brital on all toyotas and Lexus's from the 90s and early 2000's the 3rd gen 4runners center dash stereo bezels are very prone to snapping after a few removals for the limited models like the 2000 LTD 4x4s especially when there southern hot states like arizona and utah Amd 15:20@The Car Care Nut

[@joshuamerrill2422]

I love watching the multi videos on vehicles its such a learning experience

[@josevillagomez6385]

Let’s negotiate, I’m stealing that one 🤣 love you AMD

[@wallace3953]

Ok. OK> Never never cut out dis assembly. You are the best in the world and we struggle to learn.

[@bluethundar]

For me it doesn't matter if the new dash is different color, it will be like a new/different car. As long as it has the nice wood trim.

[@goharhayat2489]

Nice presentation as always and extremely useful going through every nut n bolt removal. No one has an excuse now for not removing dashboards on their own cars 😉 Will eagerly await part 2 and the unbox of the new dash.

[@stevenbaker5099]

AMD, I can't believe some do complain on the length of the videos. As with me, leave "as-is." I do own own a 12 ES 350 Lexus (maybe a GX 470 in the near future). This gives me an idea of what to expect. Thank you.

[@spankyham9607]

May I suggest since you like using your little screw driver, that you look at getting a tool kit for fixing phones and tablets. They are fairly inexpensive and have many great plastic prying tools that would really help take trim pieces off on these dashes.

[@kevinlucas8437]

They're never too long with great content !!!

[@wolveric0]

that dash looks mint compared to my 2010 mazda 3 melting dash 😂, i think i'll reupholter mine because is unobtanium right now. great video as always, looking forward to part two.

[@DzenanA-m6h]

There used to be a recall on this while back ago. I have this exact car with 300,000 miles

[@mr2cqql]

I love the Toyota Century chilling in the corner.

[@GordonHS]

The dash cracking along with the door panels was a common problem and Lexus didn’t do anything about it even though they knew there was a problem. We had this happen on a 2007 LS460 and a 2008 IS350 which were never really fixed. Lexus kept saying that the parts were not available, finally was able to get the LS460 taken care of but the IS350 never got fixed. Fortunately our 2002 SC430 and 2013 GS350F did not have this problem. Best Lexus we had was a 1991 LS400, sure miss that car.

[@Shark-Tacos]

Watched the whole thing on 1.5x and don’t plan on replacing a GX470 dash. +1 for long videos.

[@peterkwok9608]

Love you attention to detail AMD. Always a pleasure to watch you work 😎😎👍👍

[@SkepticaldayTrader]

These dashboard replacements are a bear to do. They never go back on like they came off. I did one for a 1990 Nissan 300 ZX a long time ago.

[@bme7491]

Reminds me of my '71 Camaro I left with my parents in Riverside, CA. for a couple of years. Dashboard warped and melted in the sun, but never cracked!

[@chipholland9]

Those wood side panels - always pull straight back parallel with the floor of the vehicle. It's tempting to pull up in the direction the vents face and if you do that you'll break a clip. The good news is that plastic takes the gel-style superglue quite well so it's not hard to glue them back on. They're still available through the parts system ($1700 each) but you can't really replace just one - you have to replace the entire set or the wood grain won't match. Which to be honest - on a 20 year old vehicle, an owner isn't going to pay that.

[@ahmadghosheh3104]

First, long videos are fine but it doesn't hurt to keep the excitement with a Cliff hanger 😂.Off the topic, I always wanted to see those floor mats in a real car not just a picture on Amazon. Very nice. I may get some

[@dannyjobin6050]

I about to tackle this myself…thank you!

[@Calvin7007]

Love Your Work 😎 Mr. Matthew Is Very Friendly & Professional 👍🏾 LC From Chicago 😎

[@nassuel4522]

Keep them long! It’s something for people diy-ing the job to reference!!!

[@therealmatthewsmith]

Nice plot 🤩 nothing wrong with a little show business

[@haykrang9361]

It’s really my favorite video, AMD❤

[@crappy60]

This is a perfect example why using front window shades are worth the 15 seconds it takes to put them up

[@goharhayat2489]

And dash covers are well worth the money

[@majist0]

You can also get clear film for your windshield to block UV.

[@davejr2979]

I always install my sun shades. In all windows. When my 2012 camry is not being driven. Definitely agree. Time an money well spent.

[@anneritchie8264]

What about armor all? Or is there another product that works better?

[@glideronthemoon]

With this dashboard, if you had one that was affected, it didn't matter.

[@mmm365]

Also for Toyota landcruiser 120.. And yes the cracks looks familiar...

[@ratty_matty]

OMG the cliffhanger 😂 Here for the details, always!

[@lukenstevens8916]

Please do not make your videos shorter.. Your attention to detail is what sets your channel apart. Another excellent video!

[@kamallenovo5096]

Southern cars dont have rust but have dash issues in the 2006-2011 Camry, Sienna 2005-2010 and Lexus IS and ES models. Likwise, Infiniti FX had the same problem.

[@Brunoxtr]

The same issue has the dashbord of the 120 series Prado also both share the same exact dash.

[@truthbetold-jq8iw]

You are one brave soul to rip all of that out and remember where every screw goes.😀I would be bagging and tagging every set of screws. And all those connectors. I have a 2007 GX470 that has some cracking but not that bad. I think I'll just get a nice dash mat if it gets a lot worse😄Great video and no, not too long.

[@christopherclark4774]

Hello AMD, sorry to comment twice, but when you can, could you please update us on that blown 2UZ 4runner? As a 2UZ owner, I am curious to see how one blows up and especially its history. Thanks and God bless!

[@09baher]

Love your detailed and long video. Thank you!!

[@Tundra-pw2cu]

I would never be able to get all the parts back together correct. Good job. Looks like it would be time consuming and cost big $$$ to do this because of the labor involved

[@alfonsoreyes9179]

As a Lexus, if you ever do remove and break the wood trim bezel surrounding the radio. You can order the same trim piece from a Toyota Prado. Lexus discontinued the wood trim bezel. Honestly the one from the Prado is better because it’s not a wood trim, I believe it’s silver.

[@GlennLaycock]

Dash components used to be provided with no colour - black was what I used to see - so it had to go to the body shop for painting. I speculated that maybe they would provide factory coloured ones but maybe when the top up the part supply they only get ones designed to be painted - or in the most common colour (I do not know).

[@raymondhumphrey2749]

Outstanding 👍

[@Lexus-Revival-Garage]

I've seen a handful of GX470's in this color over the years. Not a super common color though. Luckily, my GX was a 2009 and they had fixed the dashboard issue by then.

[@theo-us]

How you can remember where all the bolts go back is beyond me.

[@nathanshaffer5105]

Very funny cliff hanger.

[@superregera799]

9:05 Hey, it's a proud American tradition to drink beverages and have more cupholders than seats in our cars! It's like how my '98 LS400 has 3 cigarette lighters, no one was gonna stand between Japanese people and smoking in the 90's.

[@Nordestada]

The way that dashboard was decaying is an embarrassment for a Lexus. I live in Texas, and my cars sit out in the sun when I am at work. One of my sons had a IS250 and the same thing; in fact there was a recall for the door panels that were basically rotting/melting. The video is great AMD, but let's not ignore the elephant in the room. Lexus did some shady manufacturing with the interior plastics.

[@skateinspace]

GX470: it will outlive me

[@davidglad]

My 06 Camry probably will too if I hold onto it. Was my dad's when new and funny enough he's trying to nudge me to get a new Camry these days as I reply it still works without the worries you get from a newer vehicle

[@joelopez40oz23]

Lexus payed us 2.3hours to replace the dashboard for sticking and cracking condition.

[@petertarantelli]

Boy oh boy, talk about a cliffhanger!

[@clancep]

I had an 07 Lexus RX350 that I got preowned that had the same issue.

[@MrScrubs236]

love these videos

[@ericr2zz]

Duct tape over the cracked dashboard would have been much easier, LOL!

[@jrtaylor2288]

LMAO, I was thinking about the same! Maybe one of those rugs made to fit.

[@parkerassociates9864]

Thanks for the video.