Is there a problem with my Lexus IS250?
If you have an IS250 or GS300 and these issues have come up you should take action, but hold off any panic. Lexus is trying hard to take care of customers with this problem. The first thing to know is that Lexus issued a letter to all 2006-2010 IS250 and GS300 owners explaining the issue. The letter also offers help.
What do you need to know about Lexus engines?
Lexus is not fooling around. They are making the engines right. The most important thing to do is always to use name-brand premium fuel. This ensures that your engine is receiving the most detergent possible. Fans and owners also say that driving the car hard (redlining the engine occasionally) also helps.
What causes a Lexus GS300 engine to stall?
Due to the nature of their design they are subject to a build-up of carbon inside the parts of the engine surrounding the combustion area. Valves and other components can become coated with this carbon and then the engine will run roughly at idle, or possibly even stall.
What to do about carbon build up in Lexus?
Carbon Buildup – The Fix. Lexus will remove parts of the engine and try to remove the carbon. Failing that, parts will be replaced. Some owners report “my engine was replaced.” Lexus is not fooling around. They are making the engines right.
If you have an IS250 or GS300 and these issues have come up you should take action, but hold off any panic. Lexus is trying hard to take care of customers with this problem. The first thing to know is that Lexus issued a letter to all 2006-2010 IS250 and GS300 owners explaining the issue. The letter also offers help.
Lexus is not fooling around. They are making the engines right. The most important thing to do is always to use name-brand premium fuel. This ensures that your engine is receiving the most detergent possible. Fans and owners also say that driving the car hard (redlining the engine occasionally) also helps.
Carbon Buildup – The Fix. Lexus will remove parts of the engine and try to remove the carbon. Failing that, parts will be replaced. Some owners report “my engine was replaced.” Lexus is not fooling around. They are making the engines right.
Due to the nature of their design they are subject to a build-up of carbon inside the parts of the engine surrounding the combustion area. Valves and other components can become coated with this carbon and then the engine will run roughly at idle, or possibly even stall.
What should I use to clean my Lexus IS 250?
This issue is a build-up of carbon deposits in the engine. I know that ‘Seafoam’ is a really popular cleaner in the US that a lot of people use on many different cars that suffer this issue, but Seafoam is very difficult (and expensive) to get hold of in the UK. Details of an alternative in this thread:
Can you replace the mirror on an IS250?
Only solution is to replace mirror. There is a copy of TSB further down this thread: Not really a ‘common’ fault, but the exhaust on any car has a limited life and replacing the one on a IS250 can be very expensive. Lot’s of info in this thread:
What’s the most common problem with a Lexus?
This seems to be the best known and most common problem. Lexus America did a recall for it (not sure if Lexus UK did the same). This thread has good info: http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/forum/topic/75714-slide-pin-in-the-rear-brake-calipers-seized-check-yours/ Very common on British roads by the sound of things.
Is there a warranty on a Lexus GS300?
Although not a recall, Lexus is offering to correct the problem and has added a 9-year, unlimited mileage warranty on affected cars. If somehow your vehicle falls outside the coverage a bit try speaking to your dealer. They are likely to help. If not, try keeping the discourse civil and contacting Lexus regional customer service for help.
Is there a Lexus 250 AWD for sale?
Autotrader has 1,221 Used Lexus IS 250 cars for sale, including a 2009 Lexus IS 250 AWD, a 2014 Lexus IS 250, and a 2014 Lexus IS 250 AWD w/ F-Sport Package.
How many used Lexus are there on AutoTrader?
Autotrader has 1,276 Used Lexus IS 250 cars for sale, including a 2009 Lexus IS 250 AWD, a 2014 Lexus IS 250, and a 2014 Lexus IS 250 AWD.
Although not a recall, Lexus is offering to correct the problem and has added a 9-year, unlimited mileage warranty on affected cars. If somehow your vehicle falls outside the coverage a bit try speaking to your dealer. They are likely to help. If not, try keeping the discourse civil and contacting Lexus regional customer service for help.
Can you remove carbon from a Lexus engine?
Visit Torque News homepage for more stories. Lexus will remove parts of the engine and try to remove the carbon. Failing that, parts will be replaced. Some owners report “my engine was replaced.” Lexus is not fooling around. They are making the engines right. The most important thing to do is always to use name-brand premium fuel.
How much does a 2014 Lexus IS 250 cost?
Description: Used 2014 Lexus IS 250 RWD for sale – $15,895 – 106,088 miles with LE Package, Leather Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Navigation System, Alloy Wheels, Technology Package, Bluetooth, Backup Camera, Blind Spot Monitoring, Heat Package, Parking Sensors. Certified Pre-Owned: No. Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic