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Old 05-06-13, 09:28 PM
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Question 02 Lexus IS300 stereo issue

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Does anyone know about "error 1" when trying to read any music CD ???

I got my IS300 a few months ago and I am trying to see how can I get the cd reader to work. I've tried both mp3 and original music cds and got the same "error 1" on the display, I also tried a 'cleaner lens cd' but no luck yet ...all other stereo functions work fine.

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Old 05-06-13, 10:24 PM
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check the manual yet? hope you get it fixed. i need to check whether my works too haha.
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No information related on the manual : (
Old 05-08-13, 06:50 PM
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I don't want to get rid of the original stereo but I think I have no option. Thanks for the suggestion htekken... Enjoy your ride dude!!! all in all Lexus rules!!!
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I know what's wrong.. I had the same problem with mine.. It is the laser lens that has to be cleaned.. So you have to pull out the radio, screw off the top and now you can see everything inside.. Find the laser lens (it might be a good idea to have the power on so it can come out from its "hiding place") and wipe it off, if necessary with some glass cleaner
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If it still won't work after cleaning, just search Grom Audio - they make an aux input that allows you to use line in or ipod type input...
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I have a problem similar to this, but my disk changer doesn't let me insert a disk at all. Any ideas on what the problem is?
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I'll try to clean the laser lens myself then, I've youtubed how to remove the dash and it does not seem complicated at all.

thanks TheDane!!

if no luck I'll consider mitsuguy sugestion
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Old 05-09-13, 08:02 PM
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my cd changer still works, at least last time I tried it, it does... I prefer aux input though - sounds better and much more convenient than antiquated audio cd's...
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Originally Posted by goreso23
I have a problem similar to this, but my disk changer doesn't let me insert a disk at all. Any ideas on what the problem is?
I think it is the "elevator" for the CD's that may be stuck or a CD that is misplaced (this can actually happen ). Try do the same job, but in stead of cleaning the laser lens, move the "elevator" a little without breaking it maybe that will work, and off course if it's the CD, pull this out.. I have had the same issue as well

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I'll try to clean the laser lens myself then, I've youtubed how to remove the dash and it does not seem complicated at all.

thanks TheDane!!

if no luck I'll consider mitsuguy sugestion
You're welcome
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Originally Posted by Pablexus
Thanks for the suggestion htekken... Enjoy your ride dude!!! all in all Lexus rules!!!
thx no prob. nice for posting that vid.
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I had a similar message with a maxima i had. Come to find out the lazer to scan cd's was bad and was off track.
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