*'03 Lexus GX470: On certain SUVs equipped with the Lexus Link System (LLS), it may be difficult to lock one of the two latches on the bottom of the middle row left rear seat (the larger side of the bench seat directly behind the driver). Due to the thickness of the Lexus Link System storage case, the stopper on the bottom of the seat is slightly elevated. This elevated position misaligns the latch to the striker. If the vehicle is operated with only one latch locked, the occupant of the seat may be improperly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury. Dealers will remove the LLS case panels around the seat stopper.
*'03 Toyota 4Runner: On certain SUVs with V-6 engines, the fuel pulsation damper, located on the fuel rail, may have been improperly assembled, causing a diaphragm in the pulsation damper to be damaged. If the diaphragm fails, fuel may leak. This could result in an engine compartment fire if a heat source or an ignition source is present. Dealers will replace the pulsation damper.
Hero Cards Available
To help promote sponsorship and exposure, Sports in the Rough is coming out with its Signature/Hero cards, featuring a 5x8-inch photo of each rockcrawling competitor in the Superlift ProRock series. These cards feature the individual vehicles in a variety of action positions and are intended to be signed by the drivers and spotters and handed out to fans and sponsors. We can see that they could be the next wave of collecting and trading, just like baseball cards. For more info contact Sports in the Rough at 800/556-2801 or visit www.sportsintherough.com.
Calendar
Attention promoters, club officers, racing sanctioning bodies, and anyone else planning a 4x4 event: It's not too early to send us your calendar of 2004 listings. Because of press lead times, we need your items at least three months in advance of the event. Don't miss out on free national publicity for your special happening! Send all events listings to: Calendar, 4-Wheel & Off-Road, 6420 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; or e-mail them to 4WOR@primedia.com.