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busoptr

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  1. You can get a 2000 Mercedes Benz ML430 this has a v8 for less than 10k. Lots of power.
  2. The shaking could have been a engine misfire and depending on the check engine codes, it could be your spark plugs, spark plug cables or your ignition coils.
  3. YOu need a obd2 scanner. Yes it is obd2 compliant which is way earlier than most cars usually they have to be a 96 to be obd2 compliant. Dont worry this is a good thing. IF i remember the connector for the scanner is below the driver side of the dashboard, you can go to autozone and rent out their obd2 scanner. Post your codes read here and you can be helped. It could be simple to fix and sometimes serious. It could be just a disconnected 02 sensor or something. You need to know the codes first.
  4. This is common in 2nd gen es300's. There is a fix for the needles, you have to put a little led light underneath the needle,search for it in the forum.
  5. It could be your hydraulic pump for the radiator fan is cracked and leaking power steering fluid.If it is I have 2 for sale!!! Dealer price is $ 399 I'll sell it for $ 60.00. iTS in excellent condition.
  6. Fellow members, Sorry to say I parted with my 94 es300 with 231000 miles but running as smooth as she can be and no problems but windows in the front wil not go up. It is a good car, I dont care what all these guys in benzes say. I have a benz too but I have great respect for Lexus and when I get the chance I will get another lexus es. I just dont want a v8 so my choice will be a es or a is. To all of you, I have extra parts for the car, a radiator, a starter, 2 hydraulic fan motors and relays. Let me know if anyone here need one, I will sell them for a real good price ok. This is a great forum, and if its ok with you guys Id like to stay a member.
  7. It could be your oil has a little coolant in it, but just too little that you dont detect any coolant missing. My 2 cents.
  8. You hit it right on the head man, for your info guys, the es was not designed to be a porsche 911, its a luxury sedan, if youre a person who wants to punch the gas all the time or make 140 mile per hour turns you dont buy a es. The ES is for comfort and luxury and ample speed, why do you think it has 4 doors. Its the same thing with this guys who lower a 4 door accord and put body kits on them. Its a family sedan , Jeeez. You want a race car dont buy a 4 door. It just induces autism. LOL
  9. Jig, sorry to hear about your 08. I have a 94 and it runs real nice so I doubt your car is a lemon. Good luck
  10. okay, thanks guys. So this is not needed. Thats all I wanted to know.
  11. Hi fellows! In the sticky post lexus es faqs, sk mentioned that installing front strut bars will sharpen the steering feel, I was wondering, does this strut bars go on top of the struts ? ANd what does it really do for your car? Is it really necessary?
  12. I think its called SHARK body kit. Google it with images.
  13. I think 18"is the max you can put in a es250. CHeck the sticky on lexus es faq's .
  14. Know what, these guys are overcharging you. Just take your car to a reliable muffler shop, and they'll take out your cats and put new ones in for like $ 200.00 period. Whoever pays $ 2900 for a catalytic converter, are they out of their minds? Even the cats on my mercedes ML430 cost only $ 400.00 each on each side and this is because it has 2 cats on each side. Cmon, they want to rip you off. The aftermarket cats are as good as the original ones,they will last you at least 10 years.
  15. mb12345, Have you even checked the connectors from the 02 sensors at all? It could be just loose from that recent work on your catalytic converter. Did you resolve your issue? I have a '01 ES and its gas mileage drops poorly in this winter too. I am curious about your current progress. Thanks in advance if you can share.
  16. You have random cylinder misfires. I would start by changing the spark plug cables or the coils if you dont have cables. Also change the spark plugs.
  17. I would suspect the ignition switch. Just my 2 centavos
  18. Yes definitely, raw fuel out the tailpipe as well as dark smoke is an indicator of way too much fuel. Also your terrible gas mileage. Here's a good snippet of how fuel injectors work. A fuel injector is nothing more than a high-speed valve for gasoline. An engine computer or controller is used to control the fuel injector. Contrary to popular belief, this is NOT done by sending power to the injector. Fuel injectors are normally fed power whenever the ignition key is on. The computer controls the negative, or ground side, of the circuit. When the computer provides the injector with a ground, the circuit is completed and current is allowed to flow through the injector. This energizes an electromagnetic coil inside the injector, which pulls a sealing mechanism (pintle, ball, or disc) away from its seat. This makes it possible for fuel to flow through the injector and into the engine. When the computer removes the electrical ground to the injector, the electromagnetic coil becomes demagnetized and a spring forces the pintle, ball, or disc shut to cut off fuel flow. Even at an engine speed of just 1000 RPM, this is done hundreds of times per minute. They should be able to narrow it down through testing, the electrical routing for the injectors is not that complicated. Thats very informative of you. I was just wondering if there was a way to differentiate lifter noise from fuel injector ticking.
  19. I am no oil man, even thought I drive by the rigs daily, but my oil testing houses says use the cheapest you can find. right, wrong etc? No clue but for years they have never steard me wrong. huh? LOL. Funny Avatar though.
  20. Hi guys and ladies, I always put 91 octane unleaded fuel in my 94 es, but I just wonder if it is ok to put 88. What does the owners manual say because I lost mine. Sorry.
  21. 92 keys are not transponder type keys. You dont have to program the keys to start the car, just the FOB to activate alarms or open doors.
  22. Could be bad gas....because you still drove straight home for the next 5 hours without any problems.
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