I have a 2001 IS300 with 48K miles. I have to take it for diagnostics since I have lots of lights ON in the dash.
1. Rear 'brake light out' indicator is ON. One of the bulbs was out and I replaced the bulb but the light is still on. I noticed that if in the morning, I start the car and don't depress the brake pedal at all before or during the start, the brake light is OFF but as soon as i depress the brake, it comes on and stays ON. What could it be?
2. Recently, the ABS, Brake and traction lights came ON. I checked the brake and transmission fluid and they are full. Only thing I see is the transmission fluid is a little dirty but that should be normal.
My question is,
A. If I take the car to the dealer, is it still under warrenty since the mileage is 48K?
B. Will they check / diagnose the car for free or for a charge. Is there anyone who has done the diagnostic from the dealer and know how much it will cost?
Thanks for reading and please share your thoughts