Stephen Clark

My wife's 99 RX300 sometimes idles very low when started with engine warm. A blip of the throttle generally returns it to the correct idle speed. Seems to happen only when engine is warm. My wife reported that she often has to start multiple times to get it to idle without dying. The car has 82K miles, and is current on all scheduled services. Two oxygen sensors were replaced a couple months ago, but did not affect this problem at all. I'm thinking ISV needs cleaning, or possibly a temperature sensor is faulty. any opinions? Thanks in advance for your suggestions!

Thank you, Ben, for your quick reply. The type of situation you describe is exactly what I am looking for: a former Lexus dealer mechanic who now has his own shop. Looks like you have found a good one in your part of town. Unfortunately, it's a bit far for me to drive and drop off a car. We have a shop called Lexus & Toyota Specialists here in Katy, but I haven't been able to get any recommendations on this shop. If anyone has used this shop, what was your experience? Thanks, Stephen Clark

Hello all, I am new to this forum. My wife's 99 RX300 is in need of some work, and I don't want to pay dealer's prices. Can anyone recommend a competent independent Lexus mechanic in the Houston, Texas area? I have seen several around, but don't know who is the best/honest/most reasonable. I live in the West Houston ( Katy ) area. My dealer is Westside Lexus, but the car is out of warranty now, having almost 60k miles. I need a 60k service performed by an independent Lexus or Toyota specialist. Many thanks for you recommendations! -- Stephen Clark 99 Lexus RX300 Houston, Texas USA