DobieG

is that the one where you mistreated your car? ← Yup....

I have a 1999 ES300. I average 20-22 city & 25-27 highway. I averaged 27 on my recent drive to Vega$.

if you payed for that, you shouldnt have LOL, it can just as easily be done at your house with 5 minutes of your time and some grease. :D but thats ok, it couldnt have been too expensive, and next time you know. i wish i had a NON LEAKIN 1993 ES 300 right about now. BTW, glad everything worked out :) ← I didn't have to pay! :)

From this quote, I think that when the engine is cold, the transmission computer delays the shifting pattern until it's warmed up a bit. This delay could make it slam into the next higher gear. It still could be worn motor mounts though. ← I'm stopping by the Lexus dealer this afternoon. Hopefully, they'll be able to diagnose the problem. I had forgotten that I've had the clunking since the transmission was serviced a couple of months ago. I mentioned this to the Lexus dealer on the phone and they said to bring it by today. Of course, when I drove my roommate to the airport yesterday I was unable to duplicate the clunking! Oi! I will update with any info I get from Lexus. Thanks again for the help! :) ← Everything checked out ok. Luckily, motor mounts are all fine. Service tech believes it could be due to the cold mornings we are having and that I should continue to let the car warm up in the morning. I made several stops on the way home from the dealer and REVERSE & DRIVE were working brilliantly - no harshness at all. Hope it stays that way! Also had them lube the moonroof and it solved the minor wind noise I was getting at freeway speeds! So - everything is looking good!

From this quote, I think that when the engine is cold, the transmission computer delays the shifting pattern until it's warmed up a bit. This delay could make it slam into the next higher gear. It still could be worn motor mounts though. ← I'm stopping by the Lexus dealer this afternoon. Hopefully, they'll be able to diagnose the problem. I had forgotten that I've had the clunking since the transmission was serviced a couple of months ago. I mentioned this to the Lexus dealer on the phone and they said to bring it by today. Of course, when I drove my roommate to the airport yesterday I was unable to duplicate the clunking! Oi! I will update with any info I get from Lexus. Thanks again for the help! :)

Thanks for all the help, ArmyofOne! How do I know which mount it is? I was under the impression that there are several of them. Also, why is it that the clunking isn't nearly as bad when the car is warmed up? In fact, if it's sitting in the sun and I start driving right away the shifting is hardly noticeable. In the mornings, if I don't have the time to warm it up it clunks pretty harshly. Does this still make you think its' the motor mounts? Last but not least, is there any damage done if I don't have the repaire done right away? For the time being I've just being letting the car warm up really well in the mornings so it's not as bad. Thanks again for all the help!

I definitely see & feel movement when switching from P-D-R. Now that I know what the problem may be, should I take it to the Lexus dealer or just go to an independent mechanic? I normally take my car to Lexus for routine oil changes, but I haven't had the need for any other work yet. Thanks!

Hi - These are the directions for the 1999 ES300. I would guess it works the same as the RX. Here are the directions right out of the owner's manual. For easy online access to the owner's manual, you should register your car at lexus.com - it's quick, easy, and very informative. Here's the link: https://auth.owners.lexus.com/lexusowners/a...2fssl%2fWelcome The HomeLink has 3 buttons and can be programmed to operate 3 separate devices. Prepare the HomeLink for programming by erasing all codes or the memorized data programmed by the former owner. Erasing the garage door opener memory Push and hold down the 2 outside buttons for about 20 seconds until the indicator light flashes. All memorized data will be erased. 1. Decide which one of the 3 buttons you want to program. Push and hold down the button for about 20 seconds until the indicator light begins to flash. While holding this button, follow steps ”2” and ”3”. 2. Bring the hand held garage door opener within about 25 mm (1 in.) of the button being programmed and push the button on the hand held garage door opener. The signal from the hand held garage door opener is sent to the vehicle’s opener. 3. When the frequency and code is registered, the indicator light flashes rapidly. At this point, you can release both buttons. 4. To program the remaining buttons, repeat steps ”1” through ”3”. If you want to replace an existing program with a new program, select the button you want to program. Follow the procedure from step 1. If the transmitter has a ”rolling code feature”, it is necessary to program the in–garage receiver after programming HomeLink. 1. Locate the ”training” or ”learning” button on the in–garage receiver and push and release this button. Location of the button may vary by the garage door opener manufacturer. 2. Firmly push and release the trained HomeLink button 2 times (some garage door manufacturer may require you to push the HomeLink button up to 3 times) to complete the process. The garage door should now operate when the HomeLink button is pushed.

Looks good! :)

Thanks for the tip, ArmyofOne. I have another question. Why would it be that it jumps when going into Drive but not when going into Reverse, or any other gear for that matter....? Thanks!

If it is the motor mount(s), how do I determine that for sure? Would I have to have a mechanic tell me, or is there something I could look for to find out?

I've gone to a few of the test drive events. They are a BLAST! There are several courses that do let you drive the cars fairly hard. If you are an erratic driver they give you a warning by marking your name badge with a slash (/) mark. If they have to warn you again, you get another slash (\) mark. The two slash marks form an X which means you can stay at the event, but you can no longer drive the courses. I recommend reserving the first available slot. I was able to drive all the cars in the ES330/LS430 course within a half-hour. I had a great time. Good food was served, too! :)

I'm jealous! I can't wait to see some pics! :)

Your car looks great! Love the scenery, as well.

Thanks for the story, ArmyofOne... I'm not sure how fast I was going. I would guess pretty slow until I realized there was someone approaching. I drove the car today and found the shutter and clunking noise had decreased a bit. Maybe it just had to adjust itself (?) - if that's possible. Also found the culprit causing the clicking sound. A piece of the heavy plastic on the front of the car, the piece that usually scrapes over curbs or parking blocks, had come loose. I ended up tearing the piece off because I couldn't find a way to re-attach it. Thanks for the input!

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Here's the story... I was driving in Vegas the other day and had to make a 3-point turn. While reversing I noticed a car coming up behind me faster that I had anticipated. So, while still reversing I put the car into DRIVE and went to the gas. The car heaved a bit and then accelerated. I didn't drive the car again for another 2 days. When I did, I noticed that the car now makes a loud clunk and shutters when I put it in REVERSE or DRIVE. Otherwise, it drives perfectly once it's in gear. Did I do some major damage, or did I just throw something off? I also noticed another sound that wasn't there prior to the trip. When decelerating from 20 mph to 0 and accelerating from 0 to 20 mph there is a clicking sound coming from under the hood that sounds similar to a playing card in the spokes of a bicycle wheel. Doesn't do it once I'm passed 20mph. Ugh - I think I'll fly to Vega$ next time... :cries:

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I like the new look! It took me by surprise, but I like it! :)

Those are too funny! :)

Hi, All! Ordered decals for my Lexus on August 11th. I haven't received them yet and I was wondering what the average wait time is? Anyone else ordered them? Thanks! :)

My thoughts exactly! Register with Lexus.com and you can also view the owners manual online. It comes in very handy! Enjoy your Lexus! :)

WOW!!!! :o Those pics and vids are incredible! Even in nasty weather the Lexus still looks damn good! :)

The Lexol really works well. I think you should give it a try. It's priced right and works brilliantly. :)