bmill718

I jus purchased my first lexus (96 es300 Tan) and ive noticed that everytime i i cut the car off after driving i heard light clicking noises and i wanted to know is that something i shud b concerned of? Dont get me wrong the car run very smooth and i got it with only 88K miles, so i highly doubt its an engine problem.

giovany24

every car does this. its ur oil drippin back into the oil pan.

Megafast13

Lol, yeah literally every car does this.

LeX2K

The sound you hear could also be the exhaust system cooling. As it contracts, it makes ticking sounds.

PFB

What he said.

xsh0tya

I also wondered about this. Good to know.

jskwik

yes ur right...it is exhaust...its the catalytic converter cooling down...its actually a very healthy noise...like a baby crying after that first smack!!!!!

MikeLex

None of the answers above is satisfying. My old beater 94 Camry V6 does this, but my 98 ES doesn't.

jskwik

if u would actually drive your es more maybe it would...take it down the freeway and give a listen..every car i have that comes through the shop.... EVERY one does this after it warms up..