Top 10 1996 Lexus ES 300 Questions & Answers

Inside to outside for torque pattern, 7 foot lbs. or 144 inch lbs.

There is no easy way to get the hood open to repair the problem, here are the common ways we technicians use to get the hood open when the release or latch is broken or stuck, 1st try pulling the outside sheath of the cable that pulls the hood open, it that fails try to reach it from underneath, without a lift rack that is very hard, the 3rd is through the grille opening, after 30 years and dozens of problems like yours this is the way I approach the job of getting the hood open.

I had a similar experience just the other day, i stopped to get gas and turned the car off and when attempting to turn the car back on nothing would happen. Well, let me rephrase the lights inside and out would work as well as the ac and the radio. My initial train of thought was maybe it was the battery so i went and purchased a new battery which was around $100, I installed the new battery and the car still wouldn't start. Does your car make a clicking noise when you turn the inginition key or is it just silent? If it is silent, you might want to check to see if your starter has burned out. Luckly a friend of a friend does his own mechanical work and was able to remove and replace the starter for me. After the starter was replaced the car started right up and ran perfectly. Not sure where u live but in my area a starter ranges in price from $100-200, but they also charge a core fee ranging from $45+, which can be reimbursed if you bring in your old starter to the store. I would suggest getting a starter with a lifetime warranty as well, but thats just a suggestion.

Hope this helps,

brelic

u wil need to replace the wiper switch, it is the only thing that will cause this problem.

I have a 94 lexus es 300 and I have the same problem the check engine and o/d light is on and it drives slow in first or second and then it will shift into 3rd with no problem i went to a tranny shop and they replaced the p0753 Shift Solenoid A Electrical and the p0773 Shift Solenoid E Electrical and drove around the block and after 15 mins the lights came back on and car acted the same way and got the same codes so he didnt charge me anything and was like he didnt know what it was so now im stuck with a car that doesnt have 1st or 2nd gear so if anyone can help im open for anything

Your key has a programable security micro chip inside it. It is either and embedded chip or a transferable one in a **** shell type key.
Some dealers may have generic blanks and cut them to code with a laser cutter. If it is a **** shell type key with touch pad buttons, they simply reinstall the touch pad when equipped. If not the new key must be programmed to the cars security system
There are online sites on ebay, including one in Florida who gaurantees his work and genuine parts, but I would strongly recommend against a generic key online.

the starter is in the wright side of the motor under the cruis controls. remove the black cover and youll see it....

Hi,

This is the location of your fuse box's.


Hope this helps.

Thanks

Jason

First, please read this article: Where's The Fuse?

Then to answer your question...There are actually 3 fuses involved...
Your trunk release is controlled by the Theft Deterrent And Door Lock ECU. The three fuses that can affect your trunk release are:

1. ECU-IG fuse (15 Amp)
2. CIG fuse (15 Amp)
3. POWER fuse (30 Amp)

These are all located in Junction Block #1 on the left side of the dash.
If any of these fuses are blown, there will be a bunch of other stuff also not working.

Evaporative Emission Control System Vent Control Circuit Malfunction A code P0446 could mean one or more of the following has happened:

• Faulty vent valve
• Open, short or excessive resistance on Vent valve control circuit
• Blockage of vent valve
• Bad PCM

With a P0446 OBD-II trouble code, here are some things to try:

• Replace Vent valve
• Repair open, short, or resistance problem in control circuit
• Repair open, or short, or resistance problem in power circuit
• Replace PCM