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98 Lexus ES300 ECU compability

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Old 01-09-09, 06:44 PM
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Default 98 Lexus ES300 ECU compability

I have a 98 Lexus ES300 with what we think is a bad ECU, we've diagnosed everything else, its a periodic stalling issue.
I have to gun it to keep it running and by the time you get to the shop, its running perfect... no problems for weeks, then it starts again.
I've had a similar problem with my 94 ES and replacing the ECU (used $100) fixed it.
So, to the question...
the ECU is model # 89661-3T320
I haven't found an exact match (so far) on the web.
Are their other ECU's that are compatible with this model?
I've had good luck in the past with used parts so I have no intention of forking over 1K for a replacement at the dealership...
thanks in advance for your help
Old 01-11-09, 07:04 PM
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I think you are limited to only '97 & '98 ECU's as the '99 and up have ECU's for VVTI engines.
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Would reflashing your current ecu solve the problem? If not, then here are a couple of sites that sell the reconditioned ecu's.

http://www.directauto.com/product-ex...lding_Service_

http://www.enginecontrolunits.com/pr..._70314_rnr.htm
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