Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Lexus IS300
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Lexus IS300 Problems
Check Engine Light and Lack of Power Due to Failed Mass Air Flow Sensor
The Check Engine Light may illuminate because the mass air flow sensor sends incorrect information to the engine control computer. This can cause a loss of power on acceleration. A failed mass air flow sensor will require replacement.
Check Engine Light Due to EVAP System Failure
Occasionally, the Check Engine Light is illuminated due to failures in the evaporative emission (EVAP) system. Our technicians tell us that proper diagnoses is generally required to confirm the exact fault causing the warning light to come on.
Lexus IS300 Questions and Answers
my is300 transmission lights keep flashing constantly even though it changes smoothly
my exhaust is coming out really hot and it starts and everything but when i hit the gas it barely even moves .......i know im not a mechanic but i think its the air sensors or the catalytic convert...
i have tried everything to take the tail light off
can not geet the tail llight off to change the bulb
How do I safely remove the cover on the interior map light to change the bulb?
Lexus IS300 Stories
The interior finish on the dash of my IS300 has per other observations from stories I've read started to "melt" when touched. Dealership stated problem due to use of Armor All which I did use over last few year. I removed interior dash per instructions I obtained on line and used solution of ammonia, water and dish soap to rub off all paint on the dash. It came off like black tar, then I purchased black vinyl paint from Duplo and used an adhesion primer to re-paint entire dash. I did not apply any clear coat finish. The final finish matched the other black pieces in the interior perfectly. All in all I spent weekend removing parts and that week painting parts in the evening and reinstalled parts the next weekend. Removing air bag, instrument panel and lowering steering column and radio were not fun but well worth the final results.
I have a 2003 is300. My wife talked me out of a Cooper S and I'm happy she did, cause this car is great!
IS300 SportDesign. Love the car, great engine, very quiet with lots of spunk. It will keep up with my SL500 up until about 90mph. Great body style and attention grabbing wheels (13 spoke). It handles very will with the SportDesign suspension, much better than the non-SportDesign models. Almost as good as my Porsch 968 and definitely faster.
Passenger side dash airbag cover is fading even though it is garaged and spends very little time in the sun.
Heat/AC temp varies about 3-4 degrees before coming on.
Replaced front strut at 25K miles, and is making the same noise again at 65K.
Amazing Car!
Great car since new--now 95000. Replaced only Air Flow sensor at reasonable cost (dealer) $250 @ 40K and 90K. Timing belt changed @86K for $600 at Dealer special--noticeable improvement drivetrain performance. Maintenance done in local shops with common Toyota parts. Looking forward to keep car for another 50 thousands miles. Easy tire replacement via TireRack.