What kind of fault does a Lexus IS 250 have?
“I recently purchased a 2008 Lexus IS 250 from a dealer. It has a fault that has been diagnosed as faulty VVTI controllers (cam gears).
Is the Lexus IS250 a reliable car?
The Lexus IS250 auto is smoother. It was one of the most reliable cars you could buy, but early IS250s (2005/2006) are starting to need a few expensive repairs like front exhaust systems and multifunction touch screens. Long list of problems with E90 3-Series. See the entries in http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar
Can you reject a Lexus in the UK?
Yes, you can reject the car: https://www.honestjohn.co.uk/faq/consumer-rights/ The trouble is that even if you go to Small Claims and get a ruling in your favour, then pay extra for High Court Sheriff enforcement, a scumbag car dealer may claim to have no assets. Lexus IS250 or BMW 325i se? “Hi.
Which is the most reliable Lexus to buy?
All engines chain cam. IS250 probably the most reliable car you can buy. Poor change of manual gearbox is not suited to V6 petrol engine. IS250 thirsty. Ride and handling lag behind C-Class, 3 Series and A4. Rear seats don’t fold. For the 2nd generation Lexus IS, a chain cam 2.5 litre V6 petrol engine replaced belt cam 2.0 litre straight six.
What do you need to know about Lexus troublecodes?
If light remains on, the self-diagnosis system has detected a fault in the system. Battery voltage must be 11 volts or more. Throttle valve must be fully closed. Transmission must be in Neutral position.
What happens when you reset the ECU on a Lexus?
The ECU stores diagnostic trouble codes when it senses a malfunction so a mechanic can fix it later. It’s also the ECU’s job to store your driving data to customize your ride. For around the first 1,000 miles of the ECU being reset, the car adjusts to the driver’s typical driving style.
How often do you change the Lexus IS250 gearbox?
Yes they do the Lexus IS250 gearbox, they have the machinery to do it correctly and they do quite a few of the Lexus gearboxes, they need the car for 3/4 of the day and get 90% of the fluid out. cost is $440.00, they should also be serviced every 50,000kms…
What kind of service should I do on my Lexus IS250?
Just be sure to perform regular services on your car such as oil changes, tire rotations, and any other Lexus specific service intervals and you should be just fine. Here is a detailed maintenance schedule for a 2010 Lexus IS250.
Can a Lexus automatic transmission actually be flush?
OR CAN THESE TRANSMISSIONS ACTUALLY BE FLUSH……………… I called into our local regional Toyota dealership the other morning and spoke with the service guy, I quizzed him about the fluid change and to my surprise they would not touch the gearbox because it states that it is sealed for life, it is not needed and what the manual says goes!!.
Can you change the transmission fluid without a dipstick?
Here’s how to change the automatic transmission fluid in a Toyota or Lexus with no dipstick. Toyota claims the transmission in its modern cars is a sealed unit, and the fluid inside is good for the lifetime of the vehicle.
Where can I buy a 2008 Lexus IS 250?
Used 2008 Lexus IS 250 Overview The Used 2008 Lexus IS 250 is offered in the following submodels: . Available styles include 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 6cyl 6A), 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6A), and 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6M). Shop with Edmunds for perks and special offers on used cars, trucks, and SUVs near Moses Lake, WA.
What makes a 2008 Lexus IS 250 Rattle?
2008 Lexus Is 250 exhibits a brief rattle noise (approximately 1-3 seconds) at start-up. The issue was diagnosed by a Lexus dealership which recommended replacing the cam gear assembly associated with the variable valve timing (vvt) system.
What kind of mileage does a Lexus IS 250 have?
The failure mileage was 15,000. 2008 Lexus Is 250 exhibits a brief rattle noise (approximately 1-3 seconds) at start-up. The issue was diagnosed by a Lexus dealership which recommended replacing the cam gear assembly associated with the variable valve timing (vvt) system.
What are the features of a 2008 Lexus IS 250?
2008 Lexus IS 250 models. The 2008 Lexus IS 250 is a compact luxury sport sedan that’s offered in one trim level. Standard equipment is generous and includes 17-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof, leather seating, power front seats, automatic dual-zone climate control and a premium audio system with a six-disc CD changer and an auxiliary audio jack.
Is the Lexus IS250 a guy car?
The Lexus IS250 is a chick car. Funny that. Its predecessor, the IS300, was such a guy car. In fact, every time I see a male of the species behind the wheel of a Lexus IS, I check my theory by scoping the badge. Sure enough: it’s an IS350. Strange. The IS250 is a great entry-level luxury car.
Is there a recall on the Lexus IS 250?
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 vehicles manufactured August 23, 2005, through October 5, 2011; 2010-2012 Lexus IS250C and IS350C vehicles manufactured April 10, 2009, through October 6, 2011; and 2008-2011 Lexus IS-F vehicles manufactured December 14, 2007, through July 10, 2011.
How many 2008 Lexus are there for sale?
Used 2008 Lexus IS 250 for Sale Nationwide
What kind of car is the Lexus IS 220?
We guess it’s an IS 220 diesel and that could also suffer cylinder head and/or head gasket problems. I bought a car that I was unaware had previously been rejected as faulty – and it’s now faulty again.
Are there any problems with the Lexus IS250?
This thread over at clublexus.com has a link to a Technical Service Bulletin: http://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-second-generation/422346-tsb-for-dash-rattle-repair-of-is250.html This might be a more common problem in the states as they have lower grade fuel there.
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:
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.
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: