1997 Lexus ES 300 - Page 6 - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

Here is a link to a step by step instructions to replace the lcd screen with pictures. However the part does cost about 90 dollars. http://www.clublexus.com/forums/es300-and-es330/203083-fixing-the-radio-lcd.html i highly recommend this forum.

You don't need the code you need to read the code and cross reference it to a fault code list.
A code reader plugged in under dash will read the code and provide print out and the option to reset the codes..
The light is often triggered by a fouled air fuel mixture sensor or 02 sensor, also sometimes a loose gas cap or leaky exhaust near the catalytic converter

if you can get to the break in the line you can do this your self for under $15.
get a tube cutter and cut the bad section of line out next take that section to the part store and ask them for fuel injection hose This is for high pressure fuel line and will work great for you) and fuel ingection hose clamps. now just slide the hose over the line at least an inch and use two clamps on each side of the hose.start the car and make sure it didn't leak. if no kleaks make sure the line is not hanging down. if so then tie them up with zip ties and your all done.

check pep boys looking for a jumper cable with lighter plugs on each end...plug into your plug and then into another vehicle with good lighter plug..

how bout the releys

make sure that when you unlock your with your remot that you arn`t pushing the red button on back at the same time.

You wanted to charge me to tell me how I fixed The Problem and, now you are asking me how I fixed it . IF you tell me how you would have fixed it for free I'll tell you what I did for no cost. Thank you.

hi, this is a common problem and the only way of solving it is by taking your car to your nearest main dealers and then get them to re-programe the keyless entry for you they should do this for free but this is the only way you can get this done due to the fact of crminals being ablt to re-programe their own remotes to open other peoples cars so thats why its only the main dealers that can do this.

Let me know how you get on or if you need further assistance ok

replace spark plugs, spark plug wires, cap, ignition rotor, air filter, oil change, transmission flush, transmission filter&gasket .. That should do it.. It'lI be good if you could check your timing as well.. do this tune up every 15-20 thousand miles and oil changed every 3000 miles, depend on how much you drive it.

jack up the vehicle and shake the wheel up and down. if this is rock solid, you will need to pull the wheel and inspect the brake caliper and pads. make sure all is installed properly. make sure it spins without noise and without locking resistance like the bearing was installed with a hammer.

are you sure you got the assembly for ABS. There should be a ring that can be see. Also check the connector you may of unplugged. Its real easy to install the wrong bearing if you did'nt know.

Sure, but WHICH sensor? If thats all it needs , get the seller to pay for the repairs. Dont buy it until its either fixed, or you have a qualified repair shop diagnose and give you an estimate for repairs.

your es acually has 3 o2 sensors. one of the ones you didnt replace may be bad, but then again a lot of things can make the check engine lite come on. recheck the plug connection on the one you changed and make sure its plugged in all the way. if it is you should have the vehicle scanned to pinpoint your other problem.

3 possibilities come to mind,
pump
rack and pinion
ball joints or top suspension leg bearing

5w30

Sounds like a problem I had with my 2000 ES300. Cleaning out the IACV (idle air control valves?) took care of it, at least so far.

can take up to 125 miles to reset

I assume you are talking about the cigarette lighters?

These are both normally on the same circuit. It sounds like you have a loose wire on the front lighter. You would have to remove the assembly to check it.

change or have the computer looked at. they are known for going bad.

you have a wiring or connection problem. you will need an experienced tech, familar with wiring harnesses and patience.