Spark Plug replacement - ES330
08-20-12, 06:24 PM
#18
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Thanks for posting this! It will help a lot when I have to do my spark plugs soon.
What is the recommended time/ mileage interval to change the plugs on the ES330?
What is the recommended time/ mileage interval to change the plugs on the ES330?
08-20-12, 07:47 PM
#20
You can run platinum, but trust me, you don't want to be paying or doing this yourself more than once or twice...
08-31-12, 12:46 PM
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The es330 is the same, little longer but just as easy. A 1/2" ratchet, universals and a socket. Take your time the first time..than easy..
I agree with all item that wrnechboy stated but the plenum.
Problem with the ES330, along with many other, is all the emission junk on it. I have a 300, 330 and a 350 and I cannot stand the 330. Lexus dropped the ball on this one.
I have rebuilt many starters for these cars and people whine about how bad it is...easy cheap job..
I work on them enough to like it and not enough to hate them.
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08-31-12, 05:43 PM
#22
I also agree. Eveyone says that for a 95 to 98 too. Have to remove plenum for rear plug..NO you do not. It is a 30 to 40 minute job without remove the plenum.
The es330 is the same, little longer but just as easy. A 1/2" ratchet, universals and a socket. Take your time the first time..than easy..
I agree with all item that wrnechboy stated but the plenum.
Problem with the ES330, along with many other, is all the emission junk on it. I have a 300, 330 and a 350 and I cannot stand the 330. Lexus dropped the ball on this one.
I have rebuilt many starters for these cars and people whine about how bad it is...easy cheap job..
I work on them enough to like it and not enough to hate them.
The es330 is the same, little longer but just as easy. A 1/2" ratchet, universals and a socket. Take your time the first time..than easy..
I agree with all item that wrnechboy stated but the plenum.
Problem with the ES330, along with many other, is all the emission junk on it. I have a 300, 330 and a 350 and I cannot stand the 330. Lexus dropped the ball on this one.
I have rebuilt many starters for these cars and people whine about how bad it is...easy cheap job..
I work on them enough to like it and not enough to hate them.
09-03-12, 10:54 AM
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2006 Es330 (silver): 66,000 and drives like crap. Kids call it the egg car. Sulfer smell is bad. Shifting is crap and acceleration is lacking. Brakes also suck. Now having issues with radio controls in steering wheel. Inside is nice and radio I love. I wish I never bought it.
20010 ES350: 21,000 miles and head room is lacking. Road noice is poor and hate interior. The dash board seat belt light drives me nuts.. I do not drive that much since it is not my car (wifes). Plus I hate the plastic in the engine compartment (stupid).. Shorter car than the 330 ...For the price, never mind ....LOL
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09-03-12, 12:45 PM
#25
Me too. Nonetheless, it's somewhat frustrating to hear harsh things about the newer generations of such a fantastic car. I don't like the ES4 style, but an ES5 or an ES6.always catch my eyes.
09-03-12, 01:34 PM
#26
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Luckily my 4ES, doesn't exhibit the hesitation lag. It has already had the TSB applied according to it's service history. I get compliments on my 4ES all the time, it's aged very well. Still not my type of car, but it's perfect for my father. It get's him from point A to point B, in a very comfortable fashion and it get's excellent fuel economy on the highway for the size of vehicle it is.
I'm probably still going to buy another ES, it will be a 3ES though. It certainly won't be as nice as the other one's I looked at. I'm going to need another car once the Accord dies, which likely won't be for at least another year. The reason I suspect the Accord will die is that it has the original timing belt at 224k miles and it is an interference engine design. haha, what can I say, I like to live on the edge knowing that belt can break any minute!
09-03-12, 02:00 PM
#27
I agree, I always hear something negative about the 4ES.
Luckily my 4ES, doesn't exhibit the hesitation lag. It has already had the TSB applied according to it's service history. I get compliments on my 4ES all the time, it's aged very well. Still not my type of car, but it's perfect for my father. It get's him from point A to point B, in a very comfortable fashion and it get's excellent fuel economy on the highway for the size of vehicle it is.
I'm probably still going to buy another ES, it will be a 3ES though. It certainly won't be as nice as the other one's I looked at. I'm going to need another car once the Accord dies, which likely won't be for at least another year. The reason I suspect the Accord will die is that it has the original timing belt at 224k miles and it is an interference engine design. haha, what can I say, I like to live on the edge knowing that belt can break any minute!
Luckily my 4ES, doesn't exhibit the hesitation lag. It has already had the TSB applied according to it's service history. I get compliments on my 4ES all the time, it's aged very well. Still not my type of car, but it's perfect for my father. It get's him from point A to point B, in a very comfortable fashion and it get's excellent fuel economy on the highway for the size of vehicle it is.
I'm probably still going to buy another ES, it will be a 3ES though. It certainly won't be as nice as the other one's I looked at. I'm going to need another car once the Accord dies, which likely won't be for at least another year. The reason I suspect the Accord will die is that it has the original timing belt at 224k miles and it is an interference engine design. haha, what can I say, I like to live on the edge knowing that belt can break any minute!
09-03-12, 02:36 PM
#28
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HEY, I didn't say that... Did I? I love that car, I mean who wouldn't. It has so many features, such as no A/C it helps burn the fat off when stuck in traffic. And, the drum brakes another amazing feature as they last longer than disc brakes. Not to mention, the amazing massaging seats every time I idle at a traffic light, it's awesome! Oh, the best feature though is the black oil spots it leaves in my driveway that are coming from the rear main seal. I believe it does that to remind me that I should change the oil because I haven't done so in over 10k miles. HAHA , WAIT! I almost forgot, there's more. Every time it shifts my head almost falls off my shoulders, it's awesome! 
I'm sure I'm forgetting some other amazing features that it has.
Yup, if it dies, I have an excuse to buy a 3ES. I can't wait, but I think my bank account can. haha
I'm sure I'm forgetting some other amazing features that it has.Yup, if it dies, I have an excuse to buy a 3ES. I can't wait, but I think my bank account can. haha
09-03-12, 03:10 PM
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20010 ES350: 21,000 miles and head room is lacking. Road noice is poor and hate interior. The dash board seat belt light drives me nuts.. I do not drive that much since it is not my car (wifes). Plus I hate the plastic in the engine compartment (stupid).. Shorter car than the 330 ...For the price, never mind ....LOL
09-03-12, 11:52 PM
#30
We had a 5ES as a loaner and I don't remember any abnormal road noise. Maybe he has bad tires or something. I do have to agree with him on the interior, I was not a fan of the materials nor the style. I think the 4ES has a much more premium feel to it. My parents leased a 4ES back in the day, and the one thing I remember about it is how dead quiet it was on the road. I remember we had to run some errands with my sister, and we were completely in shock by the sound isolation that it provided. Never been a fan of the jellybean shape, but that's for another discussion.
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