jbarhorst2

It's on the Lexus website. Here is the link. Lexus LS Videos Webpage There are 3 videos to choose from. I think the middle one is the one you are looking for. There are large and small views of each one that you can load depending on your internet service speed. Tom

Have any of you had the electric doors checked?? These doors control the flow of cool or hot air to the various vents. You could have a bad motor or you could have a blown fuse or something. It may be worth looking into because it could be a simple fix. Sorry I don't know more to tell you where to start looking.

Sounds like it might be the ABS power-up self test. I don't have an ES, so you will have to look for me. Is the ABS unit in that same area??? The ABS motor will run (hum noise) along with the actuation of the solenoids (clicks). If it is your headlights, when you hear this noise then you will see the headlights move when you are parked facing a wall. Tom

I have done this in my SC300 and it works well. I get a few drop outs if I am on the wrong side of the building (and not near a city with the land repeaters), but it is definitely worth it so that I do not have the antenna on the outside of the car. Tom

I took mine out because I was curious. Those instructions sound about right. I forget what size bulbs those were.... I am thinking they were 194, but I might be wrong.

Also -- keep your receipt from your service. If anything happens to your tranny you can use that documentation in your favor.

Check your dipstick for the transmission. I think yours uses Toyota fluid, but it will be stamped into the dipstick and you will know for sure. Tom

Have your car professionally ozoned. A service person smoked in my car and I could not get the smell out. They had it ozoned and it took it all out. Tom

The rears are very similar. I thought the rear was easier when I did mine. Let me know if you need help. I have recently completed this on mine so it is still fresh in my mind. Tom

Have you wiggled the O/D switch to see if it may have some loose wiring? It could be that the switch is going bad. That would be the easiest and cheapest place to start looking, IMO. Tom

Looks great. I think it goes well with your "high tech" looking stereo.

I believe they use LEDs that shine onto the windshield. The amount of light refracted is translated to water on the windshield and makes the wipers cycle. On most cars the sensor is near the rear view mirror mount. Tom

That Lexus parts guy was partially right (not really, but let's give him a break). You don't program a key for a different car. But, you do program the car for a different key. The computer in the car will accept programming for multiple keys or fobs (original or replacement) depending on which you have. My '97 SC3 has a remote fob with 3 buttons on the front and the panic button on the back. I bought my replacement on e-bay for about $20 and programmed my car to accept it. Like others have said, make sure you get the proper FCC ID on the back. Some remotes look the same, but have different internals and will not work.

I thought the headlight sensor was in a round hole on the dash near the windshield... it is on my '97 SC. I believe the dome is actually a heat load sensor for the AC. When the hot sun is shining on it the AC will cool a little more to compensate. Tom

I have HIDs in my RX, but I run the Silverstars in my SC300. I find that they last less than a year for me also. Since they run hotter, I have been told that they will burn out faster than a normal halogen bulb. But, ---- I like how they look better, so I live with it. I also drive a lot at night and I feel like I can see better with them. Tom

I believe it is. I think you can also get it at Radio Shack. Let me know if you need the part number. Tom

Try an adhesive foam pad. You want one that is thin and has adhesive on both sides. Most OEM applications use something along this line. Tom

My '97 SC3 is still going strong on its original timing belt at 140,000 miles. I do plan to do mine myself sometime in the near future. I drive 54 miles one way to work each day and I don't really want to get stranded when the belt decides to go. I have heard that when you change them at the recommended 90,000 miles that they still look new. I haven't seen any myself to verify, that's just what I have heard. Tom

I don't believe you will have holes left behind. I think all emblems are held on with a pressure sensitive adhesive backed foam. Once you remove it, just get rid of the adhesive that is left behind and re-wax the area well.

Did you measure before or after you started the car?? If you changed the filter and checked the level before you ran the car, the amount that is supposed to fill the filter is still in the pan. Tom

Car looks great. Please let me know what you think about your new Toyos. I am thinking about getting the same tires for my SC300 this fall. Thanks Tom

I have the same issue right now UCF3. Is there a way to test the Modulator Valve to find out if that is the issue or if your EGR valve actually needs changed? Should I remove the EGR valve and find out if it is plugged with carbon?

Well, I did it. Tonight I drained my transmission fluid for about the 5th time since I've owned the car. I try to drain the pan every 10,000 miles or so. I must have had the bolt slightly angled when I tightened it because I stripped the threads from the pan. Anyway, I've ordered a new pan, bolt, crush washer, and pan gasket from my favorite dealer. It is only about $100 total. Cheap education, right?? Oh well, my question is, to what torque do I tighten the pan bolts and the drain bolt? Also, is there a certain pattern to tightening the pan bolts? Thanks Tom '97 SC300

Thanks. My e-mail is jbarhorst2@woh.rr.com Tom

Thanks. I'll take a look when you get it uploaded. Tom