Lexus RX 300 - Popular Questions, Answers, Tips & Manuals - Page 2

You don't have to worry much, but it has to be fixed. What was the code #?

Visit the on-line store, known as reliable-store, they have the repair manuals. I'm sure you will get the solution of your problem. 1999 lexus rx300

Basically, stop driving it until you can get the transmission serviced. If you can safely jack up the vehicle and support it so it cannot fall on you, you can possible save some money by checking all the electrical connections to the transmission. Sometimes the problem is a loose or bad connection. If that does not work, your safest bet is to bring it to a certified mechanic, especially one who specializes in Lexus.

You can get empty key cases on ebay, open the old key case and remove the transponder with the buttons on it and transfer it to the new key case, no programming necessary because you are using the same transponder, al that's left then is to have the key cut to fit the ignition switch.

Yes, I would have to agree that it is a wheel bearing if the noise is only coming from the left side. Not uncommon on this year and model.

You can try out some guide from here reliable-store they also provide live chat feature for instant help and it's very useful

what are the new codes clearing / resetting doesnt fix the problem the p0171 code has about ten different causes just changing or cleaning the sensor may not have been your problem P0171 System Too Lean Bank 1 rescan and get all codes then look up each one most sites have causes and solutions for obd ll trouble codes

Most likely a bad wheel speed sensor or wiring harness issue.

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The minimum compression required is 95 psi, below this there is no good combustion, incusive the spark plug gets wet in gasoline If this condition exists, you should check the piston rings and cylinder surface

Due to the age of your vehicle, the brushes in the fan motor are worn out. you will have to replace the fan motor, it is not serviceable.

YES, you have to investigate what is throwing your valve timing off. That could be anything from a vacuum leak to clogged injectors, bad plugs, sensor ect. Have the car analyzed to find the cause. There can be many causes. Good luck

Check your battery and starter connections for cleanliness and tightness.

Check the pressure in the fuel pump Check the fuel filter for dirt When there is weak fuel pressure, it generates this type of failure Also check the compression on the engine cylinders

bank 2 is the passenger side of the motor & sensor 1 is the first oxygen sensor closest to the motor.

Check the Earth cable in the boot see that it's clean no white bits around the connection or the join. Cheers, Malcolm Campbell.

if it has only happened the twice when you have went over high snow , it seems to me the sensors have just got wet then sent the signal through to the computer as they normally do , i would'nt worry about it unless it came on constantly ....

Maybe the battery was the problem but I would have that alternator rechecked while hot & cooled off & ck for electrical shorts. Good luck

Inspect the CV joint boots for damage. It's possible they are torn and have let road dirt into the grease causing premature wear. Have the automatic idle control valve cleaned or replaced.

power steering pump, or its low on power steering fluid