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| Battery CCA | 1/4/2005 | Jason phan |
Q: I have what will probably sound like a fairly ignorant question, but since I don't know the answer, ...
A: Cold weather will increases the strain on the battery, starting and charging system and tends to ...
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| 1999 Lexus Rx300 | 1/3/2005 | None |
Q: I recently had my 60,000 mile service done. The dealer suggested I get a new battery, but I'm not ...
A: The average life of a battery in a Lexus is about 3yrs.The load test will give you an idea of the ...
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| TRC | 1/3/2005 | Jason phan |
Q: I am an owner of Lexus 3.0G. Most of the time when I start my car 'trc' (traction control system?) ...
A: Your mehanic trying to sell you something that you don't actually need. The only vehicle that has ...
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| Left front turn signal replacement | 1/2/2005 | None |
Q: I own a 1996 Lexus ES 300. The left front turn signal bulb is out. I see no easy way to access the ...
A: $90hr is a deal, here in Az it is $110hr at the dealer. Light bulb replacement on a Lexus is not a ...
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| 2004 LS430 Nub on dash won't turn | 1/1/2005 | Jason phan |
Q: My 2004 LS430 won't start, sometimes. The nub on the dash just won't turn. After about 5 to 10 tries ...
A: Lexus adapting this steering wheel locking feature. So you will have to turn the steering wheel to ...
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| how to change differential fluid | 1/1/2005 | Jason phan |
Q: would you please instruct me how to change differential fluid for Lexus rx300 yr 2001 step by step?
A: Is this a FWD or 4wd? If it's the fwd your diff plug located behind the transmission. You will ...
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| Install Starter for a 1993 GS 300 Lexus | 12/28/2004 | Jason phan |
Q: I've installed starters before but this one I can't see where it is from above or below. I know once ...
A: The starter located on the left side of the engine. You will have to raise the vehicle up, You will ...
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| 1993 Lexus ES300 Fuel Pump | 12/28/2004 | None |
Q: I think my fuel pump is gone. I can't hear it pumping and can start engine by spraying aditive.Do I ...
A: It would be the first fuel pump I have heard going bad on a ES300, but it could. I would try ...
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| 1993 Lexus GS300 | 12/25/2004 | None |
Q: Oil is leaking around what appears to be the valve cover intake and exhaust gaskets. Especially ...
A: The most common places to leak are the valve cover gaskets and the distributor itself. The ...
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| power steering fluid leaking | 12/14/2004 | None |
Q: My 1994 LS 400 leaks power steering fluid, is it a way to identify if the pump is faulty, or the ...
A: Fluid runs down so keep that in mind when you are looking in that area. Both will leak so start at ...
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| '97 Lexus ES300 - Leaky Valve Cover Gaskets | 12/5/2004 | None |
Q: My '97 Lexus just needed to have the both valve cover gaskets replaced because they were leaking ...
A: No the MTBE was not the cause. MTBE effects fuel injection seals. This repair on the ES300 model is ...
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| Spark Plugs | 11/29/2004 | None |
Q: I was able to find the 3 spark plugs located on the top of the engine, but I am having trouble ...
A: The RX300 & ES300 are the same engine. As stated on our bio we are not giving step by step repair ...
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| 1992 ES 300 Audio and Other Recommendations | 11/23/2004 | None |
Q: I have a 1992 Lexus ES 300. My father gave it to me as a gift (after leasing himself a new ES 330) ...
A: Yes the ES300 is a great car as long as you continue to service it per Lexus recommendations. Harsh ...
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| 1996 Lexus ES300 | 11/22/2004 | None |
Q: Zak, I'm writing from Toronto, Canada. I'm interested in purchasing a '96 Lexus ES300 with ...
A: When buying a used car I like to see that all the services have been done and done at the Lexus ...
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| Lexus LS 400 power steering | 11/21/2004 | None |
Q: I have a 1993 LS 400 with a power steering leek. I'm not sure exactly where it is at, however my ...
A: It sounds like you need to find a higher quality mechanic. There are a few things that like to leak ...
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| 94 Lexus LS400 | 11/16/2004 | None |
Q: The car has been stalling when I either let up off the gas from highway driving or sitting at a ...
A: Keeping the car serviced by a quality Lexus technician is very important in keeping these machines ...
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| power steering fluid coming out reservoir cap | 11/10/2004 | None |
Q: have just put on new rack, replaced pump, but still have fluid coming out cap as well as fluid is ...
A: J., The fluid is coming out because there is air in the system. At times you may have to let the car ...
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| replace a bulbs | 11/1/2004 | None |
Q: I have a 1996 ES300 Lexus. The climte control pannel bulbs on my car is out. And also the coffe hold ...
A: As stated on our bio we are not giving step by step repair procedures. We can answer questions about ...
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| 91Ls400 tranny problem | 10/30/2004 | None |
Q: I have a 91LS 400 with only 20k miles. The car sits for months on end and the other day I took it ...
A: Taking it to AAMCO could do you more harm than good. Flushing the trans can cause more problems and ...
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| Timing Belt | 10/28/2004 | None |
Q: I'm by nature a do-it-yourselfer. I've done everything from changing spark plugs to changing ...
A: There is no way of telling if the belt has been changed until it comes a part. And I doubt anyone ...
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| waterpump removal lexus ls 400 1990 | 10/20/2004 | None |
Q: Zak, I followed your advice to remove water pump everything is off down to timing belt. How do I ...
A: You will see at the bottom left of the engine a tensioner pulley and just bellow that a tensioner ...
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| fluid leak above crank | 10/18/2004 | None |
Q: Zak, once again I need your help on a 1990 lexus ls 400. Dripping trans or power steering fluid cant ...
A: It does sound like the water pump, factory fluid is redish in color and the pump will make noise ...
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| Replacement of tail light | 10/12/2004 | None |
Q: I have a Lexus LS400. Please "walk" me through the process of replacing the left rear tail light on ...
A: As stated on our bio we are not providing step by step instructions on self repairs. We are however ...
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| Replace Fog Light Bulb | 10/2/2004 | None |
Q: How do you replace the fog lightbulb on a 1992 Lexus ES300? The repair book found at the library ...
A: As stated in our bio we are not giving out instructions on self repairs. We can answer questions ...
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| 93 ls 400 drivers side headlight is out. this is the one that wraps around fender, its the last clear. how do i remove it for replacement? thanks | 9/29/2004 | None |
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A: As noted on our bio, we are not giving self repair instructions. We are however answering question ...
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| brakes | 9/22/2004 | None |
Q: I took my car to have oil and transmission leaks fixed and the repairman said I needed breaks all ...
A: This is a perfect example of shops that are not experienced with the Lexus line. The brakes are ...
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| LEXUS 400 POWER STEERING LEAK | 9/2/2004 | None |
Q: ZAK i stupidly put power steering stop leak in the pump instead of trans. fluid. how do i drain the ...
A: If you put P/S stop leak in the P/S pump, and it is the P/S that is leaking that was the right ...
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| radiator | 9/1/2004 | None |
Q: I drive a 1996 400LS with 92,000 miles on it and have had no breakdowns or repairs. Last week I had ...
A: It does not sound like you have been using the dealer for servicing correct? Was the outer belt and ...
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| 98 Lexus GS300 60K Maintenance | 8/30/2004 | None |
Q: Zak, We need to have the 60,000 mile service done on our 1998 Lexus GS300-what does this service ...
A: The service here is $615, the local dealer is about $1,000. It wil include things like: oil & ...
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| car will not stay started | 8/30/2004 | None |
Q: Recently my car has been cutting off while diving . I have put in new sparks ,wire, caps and rotors. ...
A: As stated in our bio, we are not giving instructions on self repairs. We will answer any questions ...
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| P0171 | 8/15/2004 | None |
Q: I have diagnosed the light, and found it to be problem P0171, System too lean. What does this mean? ...
A: After the code is pulled is when the work starts. You will need to inspect the O2 sensors, air flow ...
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| I have heard pros and cons... | 8/7/2004 | None |
Q: I have heard pros and cons about using synthetic oil in my 1995 lexus LS400. What is your opinion<
A: My opinion is using a good brand of oil such as Valvoline or Castrol with a good quality filter and ...
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| Is the cost worth it? | 8/7/2004 | None |
Q: I have a 1990 Lexus 400 purchased new with 160,000 miles and now live in an area 120 miles from ...
A: It sounds like you have a Lexus with air suspension. I would first check the switch in the trunk to ...
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| Lexus Cup Holder ES300 1994 | 8/4/2004 | None |
Q: The cup holder no longer pop out when I push on it. Could it be the spring? How do I go about fixing ...
A: As mentioned in our profile we do not give self repair instructions but would be glad to give our ...
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| ABS Speed sensor | 8/2/2004 | None |
Q: Zak, Looking to buy ABS Speed sensor for Lexus ES300 .. A local Mechanic had changed both front CV ...
A: This is a very common problem with mechanics that do not know this vehicle well. While doing the CV ...
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| starter bad? 95 ls 400 125m miles | 7/31/2004 | None |
Q: My wife noticed that when she cranked the car there was a delay between turning the key and the ...
A: Well I would say it is one of two thing, a dead battery / poor battery cable connection or a bad ...
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| heat &ac fan | 7/30/2004 | None |
Q: my es300 has a heat & ac fan that changes speed seemingly on its own the display shows a constant ...
A: This can be caused by a couple of different things. A fan motor problem do to age and wear, or a ...
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| lexus rx300 4x4 p0325, p0330 | 7/29/2004 | None |
Q: i am getting both knock sensor codes from a 99 lexus rx300. waveforms seem to be normal, except for ...
A: I am not sure if I can help you on this one. This is not a common problem. I would look at the knock ...
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| 1996 Lexus LS 400 | 7/23/2004 | None |
Q: When should the timing chain of my 96 LS 400 be replaced? Reality vs. Dealer trying to sell me a ...
A: 1996 is the first year Lexus changed from 60k miles to 90k miles on timing belts. So if you are at ...
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| Drive Belt Replacement | 7/21/2004 | None |
Q: I have a 1994 Lexus LS400. A repair shop told me I must replace the drive belt. How do I check to ...
A: The drive belt is located at the front of the engine, what you want to look for is cracking where ...
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