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Old 12-15-10, 12:32 PM
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Unhappy Sc300 heater control valve leak!!
There is a small dripping leak from the heater control valve or the hose that connects to it on the bottom.

My question is that can the heater control valve just be removed or by passed? so I dont have to buy a new one for $400? Also is the any diy fixes for this?
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Old 12-16-10, 12:16 AM
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The leak should be an easy fix...Just wrap a small towel or T-shirt to soak up all the leaking coolant until you can get a replacement....That's what I did LOL!
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i just replace my heater control valve for $600. i didnt find any solution until it i replaced it.
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I just replaced my heater control valve for $50, Haven't had a problem since.
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lexuspartsnow.com has them for about 170 brand new
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