ES330/300 DIY (do-it-yourself) & technical tips
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From: Ca.
Hello all, I'm relatively new to this forum and I just bought a 2002 ES300. I bought the car knowing that it had a p0442 and p0446 code. I checked the vacuum canister (looks good, no damage) and the suspect vsv switching valve but it was clicking like it's supposed to. I replaced the gas cap but I still don't hear any air escaping when I take it off. I did find some suspect vacuum hoses that I replaced and the p0446 went away.
My problem is I have an evap monitor that won't reset. After all the above fixes, the evap monitor finally did reset but the damn p0442 code returned and now I'm trying to do all the drive cycles over again.
Although I would love to hear from anyone that has any advice to offer, my main reason for posting is to share some information on drive cycles that I found online. These drive cycles are important for resetting monitors in preparation for taking your vehicle to be smogged and they have some very specific variables that have to be adhered to. Here is a link to the information I found. Hopefully it will help others who are having similar problems.
http://www.ih8mud.com/tech/tsb/LexusLX450/eg002l02.pdf
My problem is I have an evap monitor that won't reset. After all the above fixes, the evap monitor finally did reset but the damn p0442 code returned and now I'm trying to do all the drive cycles over again.
Although I would love to hear from anyone that has any advice to offer, my main reason for posting is to share some information on drive cycles that I found online. These drive cycles are important for resetting monitors in preparation for taking your vehicle to be smogged and they have some very specific variables that have to be adhered to. Here is a link to the information I found. Hopefully it will help others who are having similar problems.
http://www.ih8mud.com/tech/tsb/LexusLX450/eg002l02.pdf
Last edited by scuz75; Mar 21, 2015 at 11:00 AM.
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Joined: Jun 2015
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From: Southern CT
Passenger side rearview mirror "parts"
Hi all-
First post here for a friend of mine. He has a 1999 ES 300. Today, while driving home from work, he noticed that his passenger mirror was hanging by the plug. He thinks that someone stole a part off the mirror because he did not hit anything. He has to park in a questionable area, so it's likely someone needed a part.
My question- in looking at mirror parts on Ebay, it looks like he is missing the square white plastic piece right behind the mirror. Not sure if any other parts are missing because I don't know how the mirror is held in?
I figured that all the experts here could answer my question faster than a Google search. What parts does he need or does he have to replace the whole assembly?
I'm going to try to attach a picture. I think I can do it because this setup is similar to my GM car discussion groups. Thank you in advance for any help you can provide.
First post here for a friend of mine. He has a 1999 ES 300. Today, while driving home from work, he noticed that his passenger mirror was hanging by the plug. He thinks that someone stole a part off the mirror because he did not hit anything. He has to park in a questionable area, so it's likely someone needed a part.
My question- in looking at mirror parts on Ebay, it looks like he is missing the square white plastic piece right behind the mirror. Not sure if any other parts are missing because I don't know how the mirror is held in?
I figured that all the experts here could answer my question faster than a Google search. What parts does he need or does he have to replace the whole assembly?
I'm going to try to attach a picture. I think I can do it because this setup is similar to my GM car discussion groups. Thank you in advance for any help you can provide.
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From: Southern CT
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From: CA
Adding to this thread:
DIY Replace steering rack bushings by nicks88
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es-...ngs-enjoy.html
DIY Replace steering rack bushings by nicks88
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es-...ngs-enjoy.html
Last edited by surgeon0; Jul 13, 2015 at 09:07 AM.
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From: CA
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From: CA
speedkar9 has timing belt videos in post 141. Here is his write-up version with pics:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es-...ming-belt.html
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es-...ming-belt.html
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From: CA
Adding another very useful diy:
Fix your Brake Booster -Hissing sound by faydin
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es-...ing-sound.html
Fix your Brake Booster -Hissing sound by faydin
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es-...ing-sound.html
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From: CA
1997 - 2001 ES300 Oil Change (Detailed with Plenty of Pics) by Tecknician
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es-...y-of-pics.html
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es-...y-of-pics.html
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From: CA
Pit Crew
Joined: Jun 2015
Posts: 177
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From: CA
serpentine belt replacement ES300
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es-...ent-es300.html
This would be in a timing belt diy steps but this is brief.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es-...ent-es300.html
This would be in a timing belt diy steps but this is brief.
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From: CA
P0401 - EGR flow insufficient – HOW TO… by pon-alex
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es-...nt-how-to.html
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es-...nt-how-to.html
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From: Nc
I decided to place this thread for the purpose of making common issues and methods readily available for all ES owners. These include often-discussed topics like "How do I clear the headlights?" and "Where can I get the instrument cluster lights fixed?". This will NOT include debatable topics like "Can 20's fit in my ES?" or "Will a K&N air filter be OK for my ES?". Remember that as far as this thread is concerned, we are looking for factual answers, and nothing opinionated.
When posting in this thread, please include a brief description of the topic or issue, and a valid URL (it can be CL-related or non-CL related). Only post here if you DO have a topic AND a URL(s) to share.
Hopefully you guys will find this thread useful, and not have to rely on making new threads within the ES forum and asking infinitely repeated questions
Don't forget to use the search engine too!
When posting in this thread, please include a brief description of the topic or issue, and a valid URL (it can be CL-related or non-CL related). Only post here if you DO have a topic AND a URL(s) to share.
Hopefully you guys will find this thread useful, and not have to rely on making new threads within the ES forum and asking infinitely repeated questions
Don't forget to use the search engine too!