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Car Light Problems by loansign
Feb 06, 2007 (1:11 am)
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I own a 2002 IS300 4 door sedan with 235,000 miles. Here is the problem. My car lights have full and partial shutdown problems. Sometimes my right headlamp will not work. Sometimes my left headlamp will not work. Sometimes both headlamps would not work. I already replaced the light control relay. My mechanic said the part was not connecting properly. But, the replacement did not solve the problem. Has anybody had the same problem and solved it.
 
PS: My high beams work just fine.
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In need of information... by jae5
Mar 19, 2007 (10:09 am)
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from the board.
 
I am thinking of purchasing a used IS300, in the 2001 ~ 2003 MY range. I am trying to find information on reliability, maintenance and repair costs, service (as in if the repairs are completed correctly the first time, multiple visits for nickel/dime repairs), fuel mileage, overall fit & finish of the cars, what things to look for so that I can avoid a money pit.
 
My research has been hit or miss, can't really get any information. Can any of you provide thoughts on your vehicles and sites/groups that may have the information I'm looking for?
 
Thanks.
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Re: '02 IS300 brake issue [ron_m] by cwis300
Sep 18, 2007 (9:16 pm)
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Replying to: ron_m (Dec 17, 2005 8:24 pm)

I hope you don't mind me emailing you. I have just purchased a IS300 Sportcross. I have a similar problem as you have posted on the popping sound when you change gear from forward to reverse. Were you able to resolve your problem on your IS300? I had my brakes checked out by Toyota dealership prior to my purchase and they didn't find any problem. I didn't notice the problem till I brought the car. The brakes on my IS300 does not make a popping sound all the time when I brake, it only does it when I change it from reverse to forward or if I am on the freeway on a grade downhill and I am braking every 5 seconds. Any response from you on how how you resolved the popping sound from when you brake would be appreciated.
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Drive By Wire Hesitation by mark_f
Dec 15, 2007 (4:27 pm)
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I would like to add the IS300 to the toyota vehicles with Drive By Wire hesitation problems.
 
This is total unacceptable for this vehicle. The only way to fix it has been to put a non DBW TB on the car. Unfortunately this eliminates the CC and TCS.
 
Here is an item that tries to correct Toyotas inability to give a reliable throttle system.
http://www.jdm-option.com/eng/parts/06_12/direct.html
 
I would also like to add that i experience the brake noise with the reverse and first stopping. Also the transmission clunk happens.
 
With the Throttle response, clutch dampening device and throttle dampening devices in place, this car is totally disconnected. No wonder the magazines gave the BMW a better recommendation.
 
Is it time to start a petition to get a re-calibration of throttle tip in like the appliance style Camry owners complained?
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Re: Drive By Wire Hesitation [mark_f] by cdnpinhead
Dec 16, 2007 (4:52 pm)
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Replying to: mark_f (Dec 15, 2007 4:27 pm)

"Is it time to start a petition to get a re-calibration of throttle tip in. . ."
 
Yeah. Good luck with that.
 
You might want to look at the IS250/350 boards, since almost no one posts on the 300 board anymore. What I think you will learn is that the people who drive the IS don't (generally) have a clue what throttle tip-in is, let alone how it should feel. You sound like an enthusiast. You're in the minority, in case you haven't noticed.
 
I'm guessing you bought this thing used. Enjoy (as best you can)!
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Re: Drive By Wire Hesitation [cdnpinhead] by kc567567
Dec 16, 2007 (5:31 pm)
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Replying to: cdnpinhead (Dec 16, 2007 4:52 pm)

You might also think about having the engine checked out ..... i seem to recall a failed Oxygen sensor and/or dirty injectors etc caused me some grief on my 2001 .... spend an extra $100 the next time its in the shop .... make sure you use high test gasoline as well.
 
KC
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reply by mark_f
Dec 17, 2007 (8:25 am)
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I frequent the is300.net forums (my.is) and changing to a supra TB is really the only way to correct it.
 
It does not feel like injectors or o2 sensor, i have never had any Error codes and i only use 93 octane gasoline.
 
It is just a lousy programming of the DBW. If you look at the Bee*R Direct throttle system it clearly shows almost a half second tip in time.
 
Either way, it is pretty sad that toyota has calibrated the reaction to be of this nature. And i plan to fully log all channels and report back my findings. Possibly not here, since people do not care as much.
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New member, 1st question by the3dstickman
Jan 23, 2008 (4:03 pm)
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Greetings, list. I just found this list and am happy to be on board. I've just been warned by a coworker that since I'm a newbie, I should post pics of my ride. Well, please be patient, I don't have any. Had the '300 for a couple of years now and have not taken any. its going to rain here any hour now, so as soon as I get the chance, I'll post some.
Looking forward to bouncing my questions to the forum.....so here goes!!
 
Anyone had any ECU mods done? If so, what was the final outcome, and where/how much did it cost?
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LEXUS ES 300 CODE? by caliblkwd
Jan 27, 2008 (10:39 am)
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DO ANYONE KNOW WHAT TROUBLESHOOT CODE IS PO110 ON A LEXUS ES 300
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Fellow T.M.C. car owner by andeet
Aug 16, 2008 (10:14 pm)
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I'm on my second Toyota (actually Scion) and I'm interested in buying used IS300.
 
First all, I know IS300s are RWD. In reality, how is the IS300 in snow conditions? Is it TERRIBLE or is so-so? I currently own a tC and what I have learned you have learned how to drive it. Still driving in snow in a tC is still "So-So." But its not made for winter. I have to rotate tires each winter month to keep traction or I'll slide through red lights even if I'm stopping mile away.
 
Thanks for your inputs

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