LX470 Overhead console removal

[LouisianaRubicon]

2007 LX470. I have water leaking out of the overhead console today. Wanted to open it up but could not get it out. I got the 4 clips popped out but it still will not drop down. What am I missing?

Is this a common issue? I assume sunroof leakage.

 

[hoser]

On 98-02's, there is a screw accessible under the Homelink button panel.

Clogged sunroof drains or leaky windshield seal/rust are the most common reasons.

 

[SmoothLC]

Most likely the the drains are plugged. I believe there are four, one on each corner. Find them and use some wire to unclog them.

Search for threads for sunroof leak.

 

[LouisianaRubicon]

On 98-02's, there is a screw accessible under the Homelink button panel.

Clogged sunroof drains or leaky windshield seal/rust are the most common reasons.

Thanks, any idea on a 2007?

 

[MrFongMan]

I installed the newer overhead with homelink and sunglasses holder on my 98 and it still uses the screw it’s in the sunglasses holder compartment. But that’s all there is. Some wires are short the plugs for various electronics. But that’s it. 4 clips and one screw.

 

[planomateo]

From my 04LX

 

[LouisianaRubicon]

Thanks. I have the Lexus link. Wasn’t sure if it just pops out or not. This is helpful.

 

[sleepdoc]

Did you find and/or fix the issue? My 01 leaked a little from that area after our recent rain. Headliner is dry, etc so was wondering what you found. Thanks

 

[BunchOfThrap]

Same issue with my 00 after heavy rains. Any updates on this?

 

[Formulaonehd]

Did anyone get an answer from the leaking sources? Mine did this recently so sealed up the edges on the sunroof hasnt leaked since but still makes me feel uneasy

 

[ClassyJalopy]

My horn goes off in heavy rains and refuses to stop until I pull off the horn relay under the hood. I once even felt a few drops of water fall on my left foot during the heavy rain. I am planning to pull off the A-pillar trim this weekend and see whats what.

 

[cool breeze]

I installed the newer overhead with homelink and sunglasses holder on my 98 and it still uses the screw it’s in the sunglasses holder compartment. But that’s all there is. Some wires are short the plugs for various electronics. But that’s it. 4 clips and one screw.

id like to retrofit the console with homelink and sunglass holder into my 2001. Is it pretty much a plug and play and what year/model console do i need?
thanks!

 

[daohaus]

From my 04LX

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this place never ceases to amaze me the wealth of info. Now I can install my dashcam. Thank you

 

[prickly]

this place never ceases to amaze me the wealth of info. Now I can install my dashcam. Thank you

Hey, can you let me know which wires did you tap into? I'd like to power my dash cam only when ignition is turned on and since Lexus link system is obsolete, I thought I'd tap into that power source.

Attached some pics of my overhead console. Can someone help me identify the connector circled in blue? It did not connect to anything in my console.

 

[matix440]

I installed the newer overhead with homelink and sunglasses holder on my 98 and it still uses the screw it’s in the sunglasses holder compartment. But that’s all there is. Some wires are short the plugs for various electronics. But that’s it. 4 clips and one screw.

When you installed the newer console, do the little ambient lights work as well(was it all plug and play?) I have an 02 wondering if this would work.

 

[suprasvobodea]

id like to retrofit the console with homelink and sunglass holder into my 2001. Is it pretty much a plug and play and what year/model console do i need?
thanks!

Hello
I have a 2002 LX 470 that i too would like to replace with the "newer" sunglass holder that swings down. What is the part number for the retrofit console with the Homelink system? I assume that the circuit board for Homelink is just moved to the front section of the unit?? Does it sill fit with the 1 screw and 4 clips?

 

[suprasvobodea]

When you installed the newer console, do the little ambient lights work as well(was it all plug and play?) I have an 02 wondering if this would work.

I have a 2002 LX 470 with the same question and.. WHAT IS THE PART NUMBER for the newer console with the sunglass holder swing >>

 

[suprasvobodea]

When you installed the newer console, do the little ambient lights work as well(was it all plug and play?) I have an 02 wondering if this would work.

Matix440:

I have a 2002 LX, and I bought a 2003 Overhead console with a sunglasses holder, thinking it would be easy to swap out. Here's what I discovered after purchasing the 2003-2007 LX overhead console. I will attach photos of both so ya'll can see what the differences are and not think this is just "PLUG -N-PLAY" ... it's NOT!!
The 2003+ overheard head console part #63670-60273. The main difference between the 2002 ( LX and LC) models & 2003+ models is the wire harness for the overhead console. The 2002 and previous DO NOT have this power supply plug in the harness. Therefore, the LED indirect lighting, the door handle lights, and the footwell lights are not able to light up unless you add the wire harness. Initially, I just wanted the sunglass holder to store my Maui Jims. I had been using the H-n-L stubby gear shifter on the center console to "stash" them, but now that I see that the really cool overhead, indirect LED lights can light up the interior i want to see what it takes to add this wire harness, and where it is attached to a junction block. I have already removed the overhead ceiling to replace the sunroof cable (It's a MAJOR pain in the butt, but it saved me $4400 replaciing the frozen cable for the sunroof, and I learned a lot! I'll come back after the investigation with my friend, ChatGPT, and report back.