Problem Reports

Lexus ES300

Report: Check Engine Light Due to Failed EVAP Purge Control Valve

• Debris in Idle Air Control Valve May Cause Engine Problems
  Debris can get into the idle air control valve. This will restrict the air flow into the engine, causing idle speed and/or stalling when cold. The valve can be cleaned or replaced to correct this...

  Common Problems > Lexus ES300

• w/ cruise on 55+ after 10 min, engine spits and sputters, no check engine light
  This is an intermittent problem. Happens mostly when the cruise control is set between 55-70 mp...

  Q&A > Lexus > 1998 Lexus ES300

• Sludge Buildup on Engine Due to Infrequent Oil Changes
  Sludge can build up in the engine because Lexus did not recommend frequent enough oil changes....

  Common Problems > Lexus ES300

• Troubleshooting fault codes on 1999 ES300
  ...49, P0300, P0301, P0303, and P0305. My car has 122K miles; and I have just replaced all three oxygen sensors. The car drove beautifully for 2-3 miles after I replaced the sensors; then the lights came b...

  Q&A > Lexus > 1999 Lexus ES300

• A check engine light code came up that says i need a new variable valve timing gear.
  A check engine light came on and the code read that it was the variable valve timing gear. Does this car have variable valve timing gears and could it be something much simpler li...

  Q&A > Lexus > 1999 Lexus ES300