2002 Es300

[LexLootha]

I just bought a certified pre-owned 2002 Lexus ES300. I love the car...however within the first few weeks I made a list of things I found wrong with the car for service to take care of which they did and it was completely covered under the warranty. I have a 3 year warranty and I want to make sure I have them replace as much as I can before my warranty runs out. If everybody that has had a 2002 or similar model year can tell me things to look out for I would greatly appreciate it.

[Firewalker]

I just bought a certified pre-owned 2002 Lexus ES300. I love the car...however within the first few weeks I made a list of things I found wrong with the car for service to take care of which they did and it was completely covered under the warranty. I have a 3 year warranty and I want to make sure I have them replace as much as I can before my warranty runs out. If everybody that has had a 2002 or similar model year can tell me things to look out for I would greatly appreciate it.

if your getting any pulsating during braking have them replace your rotors. There was a TSB issued for that problem.

[steviej]

1. the 2002 ES had an annoying rattle/noise caused by improper fitting of the insulation in the rear doors. There is a TSB about that. They either resecure or remove the insulation. Noise gone.

2. The previously mentioned brake pad/rotor metal mismatch TSB from 2003. How many miles on the new ride? If your brakes have already been changed, then my guess is that they won't honor this TSB.

3. The infamous tranny "lag in shifting" TSB. I refer you to the 45 some odd page thread pinned at the top of this subforum. Find out the software verison you have in your car now. Consider upgrading if you exerience the original symptoms. There were two software verisons, the best of the two is the latest one from April 2005. Please read/scan the pinned thread first before asking questions.

4. If the moonroof is noisy in that it creaks when you go over small bumps, have the gasket replaced. There was a TSB on that too.

Here is the www.alldata.com list of TSBs: (I have put the ones mentioned in bold)

Automotive Recall and Technical Service Bulletin Titles for 2002 Lexus ES 300 V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE).

TSB Number & Issue Date TSB Title

SSC1LG DEC 01 Recall - Driver's Air Bag Replacement

SSC1LF DEC 01 Recall - L/H Front Brake Tube Inspection/Replacement

TSB Number & Issue Date TSB Title

PG001R-06 NOV 06 Battery Maintenance for In-Stock Vehicles

BR003R-04 SEP 06 Brakes - Disc Brake Component Identification

EL010-06 SEP 06 Body - Rear Power Window(s) Inoperative

BR002R-02 AUG 06 Brakes - Front Brakes Vibrate

AU001-06 APR 06 Audio System - Quick Reference Troubleshooting Guide

ST004R-01 APR 06 Steering - Vehicle Pulls To One Side Manual Supplement

SS003-05 NOV 05 Audio System - CD Player Skip Verification

BO012-05 NOV 05 Interior/SRS - Seat Cover Replacement Recommendations

SS002R-01 AUG 05 Antitheft System - Immobilizer Key Code Reset

BO004-05 JUL 05 Wipers/Washers - Wiper Blade Cleaning/Maintenance

EL009-05 JUN 05 A/C - Inoperative/A/C Light Flashing

TC004R-03 APR 05 Engine/Transmission Controls - Poor A/T Shift Quality

EG007-05 MAR 05 Cooling System - Radiator Cap Inspection Procedure

PA001-05 JAN 05 Paint - Iron Rust Contamination Repair

BO012-04 DEC 04 Interior - Console Lid Lock Opener Improvement

TC002R-03 DEC 04 Engine Controls - ECM Memory Reset After A/T Service

AC005-04 DEC 04 A/C - Sensor Inspection Procedures

NV005-04 MAY 04 Body - Rattles/Squeaks From Moonroof

EG005-04 MAY 04 Exhaust System - Excessive Sulfur Dioxide Odors

NV004-04 MAY 04 Interior - Rear Door Trim Panel/Seal Rattles

TC003-04 APR 04 A/T -Transmission Solenoid Identification

BO003-04 FEB 04 Interior - Rear Package Tray/Sunshade Binding

NV001-04 JAN 04 Body - Rattle/Tick Noise From Base of Windshield

SS002-03 DEC 03 Engine Controls - O2 Sensor Monitor Threshold Values

BO012-03 DEC 03 Interior - Seat Belt Extender Applications/Availability

EL014-03 NOV 03 Charging System - Low Battery/No Start Condition

NV011-03 OCT 03 Body/Interior - Rear Seat/Parcel Tray Area Rattles

BO009-03 OCT 03 Body - Window Regulator Deformation

SS001R-01 SEP 03 Engine Controls - ECU Programming Procedure

BO007-03 SEP 03 Interior - Trim Panel Removel/Installation Precautions

TC004-03R AUG 03 A/T - Poor Shift Quality

EG001R-02 JUN 03 Engine Controls - MIL ON/Multiple DTC's Set

EL004-03 MAY 03 Instruments - Mirror Compass Recalibration Process

BO003-03 MAY 03 Interior - Seat Back Board Cover Comes Loose

CRIB127 MAY 03 Glass - Windshield and Fixed Glass Bonding

NV004-03 APR 03 Body - Creak/Snap/Rattle From Top of Windshield

EG001-03 FEB 03 Exhaust System - Sulfur Smell

CRIB122 FEB 03 Body - Body Sectioning

EL001R-03 JAN 03 Instruments - Difficulty Reading in Direct Sunlight

PG012-02 OCT 02 Suspension - Ball Joint Inspection Method

BO005-02 SEP 02 Interior - Seat Belt Extender Availability/Applications

EG003R-02 SEP 02 Fuel System - Gas Cap Sticking

SU006-02 AUG 02 Suspension - Front Coil Spring Creaking Noise

NV001R-02 AUG 02 Exhaust System - Heat Shield Rattles

EL010-02 AUG 02 Navigation System - Identification Method/DVD Map Data

CRIB121 AUG 02 Body - Door and Moonroof Disassembly Precautions

CRIB120 AUG 02 Paint - Paint Codes - All

EL008-02 JUL 02 Steering -Tilt Wheel Hard To Move From Down Position

AU003-02 JUL 02 Audio System - Radio Faceplate Removal Clarification

TC002-02 JUN 02 A/T - Harsh 2nd to 3rd Gear Shift at High Altitude

TC001-02 MAY 02 A/T - Fluid Requirements

AU002-02 APR 02 Audio - No Sound From Amplifier

PG004-02 MAR 02 Engine Cooling - New Pink Coolant

SS001-02 MAR 02 Drive Shaft - Tool: Nut Chisel

AU001-02 FEB 02 Audio System Amplifier - Installation Cautions

EG002-02 FEB 02 OBD II - Readiness Monitor Drive Patterns

NV001-02 JAN 02 Catalytic Converter - Heat Shield Rattle

PG002-02 JAN 02 Certification Label - Replacement Availability

PG001-02 JAN 02 Corrections Index - Repair Manual

PG003-02 JAN 02 VIN Plate - Replacement Availability

SS011-01 DEC 01 Airbag Deployment Wire - Sub Harness

NV010-01 DEC 01 Body/Interior - Squeaks and Rattles

NV003-02 NOV 01 Interior - Rear Door Trim Panel Rattles

AC002-01 NOV 01 A/C - Compressor Shaft Seal Repair Procedure

BO001R-01 NOV 01 Seat Belts - Extender Availability Update

CRIB115 NOV 01 Air Bag - Repair Precautions

SS007-01 OCT 01 Tools - Customization Feature For Diagnostic Tester

ST002-01 SEP 01 Steering Wheel - Off Center Adjustment Procedure

CRIB114 SEP 01 Paint - Paint Codes

PG023-01 AUG 01 Moof Roof - Initialization

PG025-01 AUG 01 Compass - Initial Calibration During PDS

I hope this helps,

steviej

[LexLootha]

Thanks Steve, I really appreciate that.

[LexLootha]

HA! That was one of the first things I had them replace....thanks for the heads up though!