prashanthchou

- I have a Lexus ES 300

- 2002 model

- It has 93K miles

- Engine Check light is ON

I went to get my emission test and they said my car failed

and they gave an error code as "P1135"

- How easy is it to fix it ?

- Can it be fixed my self ? ( I am not an expert, but can give a try if its an easy fix )

- Or is it better to take to a dealer ?( I know they rip off with charges), any other recommendations ?

- How much would it be to fix this P1135 error code ?

I had recently purchased a used car - Lexus ES300 -2002 model.

Its been 3 months.

Usually I park my car in closed garage and usually do not care to lock it.

Just wanted to know if leaving the car unlocked drains the battery ?

I had recently purchased a used Lexus ES 300 (2002 model) from a dealer, may be 4 months ago.

Just 2 days ago, when I was trying to start the car, it didn't. I had to do around 4-5 time and then it finally started.

When I opened up the bonnet it had a Panasonic battery , not sure if its was the factory installed battery.

There was a sticker on it which says "maintenance free"

Questions:

1) What is this maintenance free mean ?

2) Can I replace the battery with any other walmart battery for my Lexus ES 300 ? or does it have to be any high power panasonic battery only ?

3) Usually how long does batteries last ?

4) Can I replace it myself or best way is to get to walmart or autozone and have it replaced there ?

5) Are there any tools or devices which will tell us the life of the battery ?

I brought a used 2002 Lexus ES300.

It has a built-in DVD navigation.

The DVD is Data 2001 Ver.1

86271-33030

464210-0186

How do I get a latest DVD for my Navigation.

Can someone guide me or give me a link where I can get it.

Hi Everyone,

Just brought a 2002 Lexus ES300 used car few days ago.

This is my first Lexus car and just started loving it.

This car has 85K miles.

Any tips & suggestions from the Lexus Gurus.