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Where is service manual? There is only files of owner's manual.

SK don't know the codes. Took it to the dealer and he did the diagnostic and came up with the conclusion that VSV and vacuum modulator need to be replaced. I want to know if it is just a matter of unscrewing few bolts and replace it with the new part or more involved and tricky than this. Also if someone know what is the best place to buy this online. I ran a quick search and looked at ebay also nothing came up.

What is the best place to buy VSV and Vacuum modulator? I did a quick search on web and didn't come up with anything. Also if someone knows the procedure of VSV and/or vacuum modulator replacement please let me know. The car is running little rough and consuming more gas than normal.

I know that VSV(Vacuum switching valve) is a part of the Exhaust gas recirculation system. My CEL is on and the problem is faulty VSV and EGR modulator. I am planning to replace EGR valve, modulator and VSV. Has anyone ever done that before?. This forum is very useful in getting DIY tips from some brilliant hands on people. Some knowledge sharing in this regard would be highly appreciated. Thanks a bunch

Has anyone replaced EGR valve? Do you have step by step explanation? Pic will be really helpful. Thanks

Does someone know that front and rear sway bar bushings diameter and what is the cheapest place to buy these bushings. I tried Ebay but couldn't find any. My front rattles as I go over the bump especially when it is cold outside. I would start with new sway bar bushings and eventually change the front struts and the mounts. I have 100500 miles on my car and I guess its a time to replace those suspensions. As always replies/recommendations are appreciated.

It seems that now insurance is blaming me for the accident as police report favored that lady. Need to buy the headlight pretty soon, if I got thru the insurance then the premium might go up. That sucks

Somebody backed up on me yesterday at the red light and when cops came changed the statement that I bumped into her. Anyways it seems that this will not be resolved thru insurance and my passenger side headlight and corner light is broken. I have got the corner lights for pretty cheap but the headlights are more than $130 (used one) on ebay. Just wondering if anyone know where to get the used one for less. I have checked local junk yards and salvage houses but no luck. As always replies/recommendations will be highly appreciated. Can PM me at athar_zaidi@hotmail.com

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The passenger side window of my 98ES300 can go down by depressing the passenger window switch but it cannot go up. However everything works well from master control switch on the driver side. Any insights? What is the best way to remover the wood trim enclosing the switch and what to look for in order to determine if something is wrong with the switch. Pulling the switch up doesn't roll up the window. cheers:)

Manufacturer recommendation for timing belt change is 90k. I got mine done at 81k. Make sure to replace the water pump and tensioner pulleys also, I bought toyota OEM parts online and got it done at my local mechanic. You can buy it from www.toysport.com, their price is very reasonable. Paid $180 for labor and around $170 for the parts. As for the tune-up it is a good idea to get it done, mine 98 es gives around 360 miles full tank. I have bought NGK iridium spark plugs from ebay for $30 and shipping was free, no one can beat that price. Good luck athar

My friend had a leak in the radiator of his 95 Es300, so he got the radiator replaced. The mechanic put an aftermarket one and when he went to the shop to pick his car, the car was spewing out white smoke. The mechanic told him that it is because of worn out valve stem seals and head gasket, his point is that the car never had a problem before the radiator change. I know that the white smoke could be due to antifreeze burning, is it possible that when the mechanic replaced the radiator he screwed up something else? His tail pipe is very clean and that car never smoked before or got abnormally heated up. What could get wrong after the radiator replacement? Is mechanic responsible for this?. He told him to drive it on a highway and after it get heated up , the problem disappear, I think this is just BS and he wants to get rid of the problem. Thanks Athar

as mentioned earlier m y 98 es has 86k on it, is it too late to switch to 5w30 synthetic mobil1?

I have 1998 ES300 with 86000 miles. Just wondering what is the best engine oil available for winters and summers. I live in NC, it snows here rarely may be few times in an year. I don't drive hard, need some expert opinion for high mileage engine like mine and city driving. Had some bad experience in the past with mitsubishi so little paranoid this time. So far I have used Castrol GTX 10W30 after 63K miles. As always all the replies are highly appreciated.

Who is the OEM of suspensions for 1998 lexus ES300? Does anybody know the diameter of sway bar bushings?