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The following information is shown with the ignition switched "ON":
Driving time
Average vehicle speed
Average fuel consumption
Momentary fuel consumption
The displayed values in the cruise information display indicate the general driving condition, so those may not show precise and actual condition.
To change the mode, push the "INFO" button briefly on the audio control panel.
When the ignition switch is turned to "ON", the mode displayed just before the ignition switch is turned off will appear.
Pete
P0440 (EVAP Control System Malfunction)
P0441 ( EVAP Control System Improper Purge Flow)
P0446 ( EVAP Control System Vent Control Malfunction)
Are these still because of the gas cap? Or is this the O2 sensors that I have been reading about?
Not sure whats going on or what I should do. Any suggestions?
Nadine
I just passed day 10 with the new MAF and NO Check Engine Light!!! I'm feeling like this has fixed the problem. newlexusparts.com is great - $118, no tax or shipping, it was here in 4 days (I opted for UPS ground shipping).
Thanks again for your help
Duane
Thanks
Pete
Good luck!
What part of the country are you in that you are having to pay $3.88 a gallon?
Steve, Host
Here's hoping the D stays lit!
Steve, Host
dmanif,
Have you resolved this issue?
I'm having this problem after long vacation. After the vacation, the battery was out of charge. It took several days to fully charge up with regular usage to commute.
From a few days ago the engine does not start at all for a few times - even no clicking.
It takes a few seconds to a minute to make the engine start.
Has anyone see this problem and have resolution?
By the way there are other mentions of the road force balance in edmunds, you need some special machine (Hunter 9700). It just balances the tire with a load on it simulating what the weight of vehicle would do to the tire. Mine discovered that the tire place had put the tire on in a bad spot. The heavy point on the tire and the heavy point on the rim were lined up and this caused some of the issue. They remounted the bad tire 180 degrees from where it was and rebalanced.
Thank you very much. This is a great site.
George
replace timing belt
replace drive belt(s)
replace engine oil & filter
replace coolant
replace brake fluid
replace transmission fluid
inspect A/C system, ball joints, chassis & body, brake system, fuel system, steering linkage
check differential fluid
road test
These items were taken from The Edmunds Maintenance Guide, my Owner's Manual and postings found on this forum. I have recently replaced the air and cabin filters and rotated the tires. Anything else I should consider? I believe someone here had suggested replacing the water pump at this interval, would this be advisable? Many thanks.
Pete
:confuse:
I would NEVER allow my brake fluid be "touched" absent a repair requirment.
I had the Toyota Dealer in Sacramento (Florin Road) replace the timing belt, the accessory drive belt, oil/filter, and drain and fill the transmission, all for $322. This was in December or January.
So $1000 for a 120K service @ a Toyota dealer still sounds like too much.
I will be taking it there Saturday for new brake pads. I'm hoping they're cheap! Can anyone comment on front brake pad/rotor resurfacing costs?
what is a good year for the 300? this will be first lexus.
Do I ask my insurance what my rates will be before even buying?
also how's the financing at lexus on pre certified?
thanks love the rx 300..
Easy test is to accelerate up to a goodly speed, release the ags pedal and downshift for good compression braking. High engine RPM but with the throttle closed will create a high vacuum in the intake manifold and if the head gasket has failed the vacuum will pull LOTS of water into a very HOT combustion chambers....STEAM out the exhaust.
Use amber LEDs from superbrightleds.com and the problem won't repeat. Too much heat from the bulb overheats the socket/contacts, overheated contacts self-heat due to high electrical resistance as a result of unspringing.
I'm not sure how to downshift with an automatic transmission.
800-860-KEYS
Pete
timing belt
water pump
drive belt
oil & filter
coolant
brake fluid
cam shaft seals
transmission fluid
Also inspect A/C system, ball joints, chassis & body, brake system, fuel system, steering linkage, check differential fluid, road test.
Parts $309.59, labor $759.07, total $1,068.66. This was done at a Lexus dealer. I also received a quote from a Toyota shop but surprisingly they were only slightly less. I opted for Lexus because they provided a free 2005 RX330 loaner and completed the work in one day. Toyota did not offer a loaner and estimated two days to complete the work. I replaced the air and cabin filters and windshield wipers myself and will have the tires rotated for free at BJ's where they were purchased.
Pete
Now I am faced with a tough decision for my new car. I currently have 2000 Camry LE V6 and want to change the car because this car had really poor city mpg (only 12 mpg... but still very good at highway... 27mpg as promised). I originally looked for 06 Camry SE 4 cylinder (because of gas). While I am searching the car, my friend suggested me to buy his wife's 2000 RX300 AWD (with only 20000 miles) with limited option package (as far as I found, they have all the options except Nakamichi Audio and VSC..original MSRP is $40200. I belive Traction control is standard..right?). Right Now, I am actually driving RX300 because my friend and his family was out of country for four month and asked me to take care of the car.
My driving impression on RX300: nice, quiet, and smooth ride, luxurious feel with all the bang and whistles, versatile as SUV and AWD, and it is Lexus!
I found some cons/doubts on the car, though: As many pointed out, big turning radius, little too soft brake (I need more power to brake... maybe it is just a matter of adjustment specific on this car), tranny shift not as smooth as Camry I had...(maybe it seems to be related to the car owner... my friend's wife mostly drive at a city and quite slowly...may need another break-in?), and, as known, gas mileage (the panel shows lifetime mpg so far was 13.9... but according to her, she got about 18mpg in a city). My friend offered me a KBB private party price ($20000-$21000, depending on either excellent or good).
Considering purchase costs, RX300 would be cheaper about $2500-$3000, but I would need extended warranty (about $1000? please give me any info) since I heard some had tyranny problem with this model. Plus, I need to spend more gas.
I am driving 70% city/30% highway. If I can get 20 mpg in Camry (compared to 15mpg with this car), assuming 12000 mile/year with $3/gallon), I need to spend about $600 more per year. Also, RX300 will have more maintenance cost (I am worried, but I don't know how much) But, instead, I will get all the benefits RX300 had (SUV, AWD..great for snow/rain here in Chicago, luxury & convenience..etc). Also, I would have more davaluaion on a new camry than RX300, if I plan to use either car for about 3year/36000 miles.
Other than cost/benefit shown I do know this is very personal decision. What I want to ask here is how about the above RX300 in terms of reliability, performance and resale value? Would this car okay if I got extended warranty and tried to adjust some areas I mentioned above (i.e., brake adjust...possible? or, I have to get used to.. and brake-in for smoother tranny and faster accelation)? I was quite surprised at the resale value (dramatic decrease from $40000 to $20000 in five years with only 20000 miles). I am little worried about this too (after 2-3 years with around 50000 mile.. can I sell it around $16k?).
I am so sorry for this long post. But, I really need your opinions/comments for my next vehicle. I truly appreciate all of your valuable inputs.
Something must be wrong with your old camry, 12MPG is awfully low. My '99 RX gets better than that on frequent short (1-3 mile) trips.
How much does it cost for extended warranty (either 7yr or 10 yr)?
Also, how much more expensive in maintenance (brake pads, tune up, if needed, tire, battery, fluide & filters, etc.)? Would I expect a lot up to around 50000 miles?
I sometimes need extra space and AWD. I might go with RX300 if I can minimize the maintenance/repair and the resale value didn't decrease dramatically in next 2-3 years with average 10000-12000 miles per year.
The 2000 AWD RX300 does not have Trac nor VSC, Trac was standard only on the FWD for that year. But the good news is that the premature transaxle failures seem to occur in the range of 70,000 miles and up. My 2001 AWD RX300's ATF was burned and brownish colored at 40,000 miles which indicates that something it wrong.
Additionally I have begun to suspect that Lexus is fully aware of the problem and cause of the transaxle's premature failures and has a "secret" warranty in place for those that encounter the problem and the wheel sqeaks loud enough.
How much would be the extended warranty for RX300?
The only major issue I've had was a premature transmission failure around 56K Miles. It was coverend under the original warranty. A few minor issues, I did the brakes a few years ago, overall its been a great vehicle from ownership costs.
The AWD works well, but the pre 2001models have the smaller gas tank, no zeon headlighs, and no VSC (keeps the back from kicking out on slick roads). There was something weird with the heated seats (one control for both or something) so I didn't get them. I added my heated seats aftermarket to get around that.
The only seat heater thing I can think of is that they are not variable temps - definitely 2 switches. They work well.
If you are comparing Camry to RX because you like Toyota brand reliability, but want better gas mileage, would you consider a Corolla ? They are nicer than they used to be. It seems like an odd "final two" since they are so different.
My life-to-date mileage is right at 19mpg - most of my travel is light traffic moderately short distances (10-20 miles), with some distnace driving thrown in.
Here's a good general discussion you may be interested in: Extended Warranties
Also, BTW, it's xenon!
tidester, host
I have checked all vaccuum and throttle body leak issues, to no avail. This machine is extrememly babied and well maintained, and I just passed 100k miles.
I own a mobile electronics chain, so I can return all kinds of databus, security, sound, or navigation interfacing information. Help please.