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If your Lexus IS 300 has a humming noise at high speed, it can be distracting and, depending on the cause, dangerous. We’ve outlined the most common reasons why a humming noise in your car gets louder with speed. We’ve also provided an audio sample of each issue to help …

If your Lexus IS 300’s AC system is not working, it can be uncomfortable and downright dangerous on a hot day. There are A LOT of issues that can cause your car’s air conditioner to fail. This article is broken down into these three sections to help save you time …

P0073 is a common OBD2 trouble code that can affect the Lexus IS 300. OBD2 trouble codes. In layman’s terms, it indicates that there is an issue with your car’s ambient air sensor. The ambient air temperature sensor (or AAT for short) is responsible for monitoring outside air temperature and …

P0088 is a common OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Lexus IS 300. In layman’s terms, it indicates that your car’s fuel pressure is too high. While P0088 is a generic code, repair steps will vary depending on your IS 300’s model year, engine type, and how it …

P0152 is a common OBDII code that occurs in many vehicles, including the Lexus IS 300. It indicates that the bank 2 sensor 1 O2 sensor is reporting a voltage level that is higher than its normal operating range. P0152 Definition: O2 Sensor – High Voltage – B2S1 O2 Sensor Oxygen …

P2279 is a generic OBD-II code. It indicates there is a vacuum leak coming from your Lexus IS 300’s air intake system. While P2279 is a generic code (it has the same definition for the IS 300 as it would any other vehicle made after 1996), repair steps will vary …

P0116 indicates that your Lexus IS 300’s engine coolant temperature sensor is sending a signal to the PCM (powertrain control module) that is outside of its normal operating range (in terms of voltage). While P0116 is a generic OBD2 code (it has the same definition for any car or truck), …

It’s important to keep up with the Manufacturer’s Recommended Maintenance Schedule for your Car or Truck. Advertisement Doing so could save you hundreds of dollars on repairs down the road.   1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 Lexus RX oil capacity Engine Oil capacity / Filter capacity (liters) Recommended oil …

P0036 is a very common O2 sensor-related trouble code. It’s generic, which means it has the same definition for the Lexus IS 300 as any other vehicle. This code is almost always caused by a bad heated oxygen sensor or wiring issue and is almost always symptom-free. P0036 should NOT …

P0058 is a not too common and OBDII trouble code that occurs in the Lexus IS 300. It indicates that the heated oxygen sensor (which we’ll be referring to as HO2S a lot) heater control circuit located at B2S2 is sending a signal to the PCM that is outside of …