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#5400 of 5432 Re: Really odd one [summer4ever] by larry1 Jan 06, 2008 (5:08 pm)
Replying to: summer4ever (Jan 04, 2008 7:24 pm) You have some very strange problems. The only thing that I can tell you is that you can use any grade of gasoline. The engine control module will make any necessary adjustments to the engine's timing, which compensates for whatever fuel the engine is using at any given second. I used to use regular on my 2000 ES300, but on a long trip that I took, I found that while premium costs more, I got better mileage using premium. But regular is fine. Your other problems are not. Replies to this message: summer4ever (Jan 07, 2008 10:36 am) summer4ever (Jan 13, 2008 5:58 pm) larry1 (Jan 14, 2008 7:28 pm) wwest (Jan 14, 2008 9:19 pm)
#5401 of 5432 Re: Really odd one [larry1] by summer4ever Jan 07, 2008 (10:36 am)
Replying to: larry1 (Jan 06, 2008 5:08 pm) That is good to know. The check engine light has been staying off since I have been using premium so far. Its very close to time for the timing belt replacement/90K service, so I'll try running a tank of regular in it again after that and see if it comes back on. I've got a Lexus mechanic looking into the stereo problem right now. I am just hoping that it is minor. I am starting to really like the car, other than crappy gas mileage (compared to my civic...which I expected). It's a very comfortable car, its handled much better than I'd ever imagined on the ice, and I LOVE the heated seats! := ) Replies to this message: summer4ever (Jan 13, 2008 5:58 pm) larry1 (Jan 14, 2008 7:28 pm) wwest (Jan 14, 2008 9:19 pm)
#5402 of 5432 Re: Really odd one [summer4ever] by summer4ever Jan 13, 2008 (5:58 pm)
Replying to: summer4ever (Jan 07, 2008 10:36 am) Update: The check engine light is on because of faulty knock sensors. They recommend replacing both and the harness at the same time for about $1050.00. A friend of mine who is a mechanic says the knock sensors are no big deal and if I don't fix it for a while it won't hurt the engine... Lexus says it could hurt it if the overdrive stays off. The stereo problemn seems to have been fixed just by taking a few fuses out and putting them back in... (so far so good) Replies to this message: larry1 (Jan 14, 2008 7:28 pm) wwest (Jan 14, 2008 9:19 pm)
#5403 of 5432 Re: Really odd one [summer4ever] by larry1 Jan 14, 2008 (7:28 pm)
Replying to: summer4ever (Jan 13, 2008 5:58 pm) I agree with your mechanic friend. I would not bother to replace the knock sensors if it costs that much. Unless your car is pulling a trailer uphill while using regular unleaded, the engine should not "knock" anyway. Just put a piece of black tape over that irritating "check engine" light
#5404 of 5432 Re: Really odd one [summer4ever] by wwest Jan 14, 2008 (9:19 pm)
Replying to: summer4ever (Jan 13, 2008 5:58 pm) Has anyone considered that it is unlikely that both knock sensors failed simultaneously and/or it is much more likely that the engine, BOTH banks, are actually knocking due to low fuel pressure, clogged fuel filter...,etc....??
#5405 of 5432 2000 ES300 LexusTransmission Noise - To be replaced? by hbt Jan 26, 2008 (12:45 pm)
One morning, I heard a noise from the engine compartment. I took it the Lexus dealer. The mechanic rep. told me that the noise came the transmission block. He advised me that the transmission needs to be replaced and it will cost me over $4K.   Is this typical for a ES300 Lexus considering 155k mile, working transportation for 1 person driving on flat highway, regular maintenance visits at the Lexus dealer?   Need your feedback.   hbt
#5406 of 5432 2001 purchase help needed? by robertiy Jan 26, 2008 (8:51 pm)
I have a chance to purchase a 2001 ES300 for $10,000 OTD from a single owner in Hawaii. Has not been driven much in about a year. The original owner died and his brother held it for him. Now the original owner's daughter at college in the mainland wish to sell.   48,000 miles, Premium Plus package, automatic sun/moon roof and a 6 disk CD changer in the glove compartment. Not to sure about any other options.   Both front leather seats show some wear. The rear bumper has a lot of minor damage. Front bottom grill has some too. Otherwise the body has no other damage or rust anywhere that I can tell. Tires in good to great condition. Runs and rides well.   Never rode in a Lexus before so nothing to compare with.   Anything I should be asking or looking for?   Any help appreciated, Robert
#5407 of 5432 2005 ES330 Daylight Driving Lights by catdaddylong Mar 09, 2008 (4:28 pm)
Today I parked in front of a store with a glass window and when I started up my car to leave I noticed that my Daylight Driving Lights did not come on. I fooled around with the light switch trying to see if I could get them to come on but to no avail. As soon as I released the parking brake the DDL's came on. When I arrived home I could see the DDL shinning on the back of my gagrage and I applied the emergency break and they remained on. Is this a normal function or do I have something flakey going on ? Replies to this message: wwest (Mar 13, 2008 7:18 am) catdaddylong (Mar 13, 2008 4:22 pm)
#5408 of 5432 Re: 2005 ES330 Daylight Driving Lights [catdaddylong] by wwest Mar 13, 2008 (7:18 am)
Replying to: catdaddylong (Mar 09, 2008 4:28 pm) SOP..   If the e-brake is applied when you start the car the DRLs will not come on until you release it. Once they're on they do not go out until the ignition is switched off.   Cold winter night drive-in threatre "feature". Replies to this message: catdaddylong (Mar 13, 2008 4:22 pm)
#5409 of 5432 Re: 2005 ES330 Daylight Driving Lights [wwest] by catdaddylong Mar 13, 2008 (4:22 pm)
Replying to: wwest (Mar 13, 2008 7:18 am) Thanks for the info wwest. Even though I bought the ES330 new I only have 16K on it and it is still in warranty if something is wrong. Just never have parked where I could see the front end of the car when I started it until the other day.

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