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Lexus ES 250

Lexus ES 250 questions and answers

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Q: What does the ECT power light mean on my Lexus ES 250?
What does the ECT power light mean on my Lexus ES 250? there is a light that is on called ECT power and i was wondering what that means? is it good or bad? i just replaced the battery about a month ago

A: It means Electronically Controlled Transmission. Basically in the older models there is an option to turn ECT on which allows for better acceleration as it's controlled electronically You may have pressed a button which is labeled "ECT" perhaps near the shift knob or could be somewhere near the dashboard as well. It's nothing to worry about, unless the light indicates that ECT is not working.

Q: How many miles can my 1991 Lexus ES 250 handle on the original engine?
it has 125K miles on it now, how many more do you think it will be able to have before not being able to run? 200K? the car is in pristine condition and has had all matinence needed done for it and more

A: I own a shop, and I'm going to be honest with you. It all comes down to how well a vehicle is maintained. For example: I have a 1994 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer that has over 250,000 miles on it, and it still runs great. I have stayed on top of the maintenance, and kept everything in good condition. Since the Lexus is the top of the line vehicle, it means it just wasn't thrown together with whatever parts they had left over, and only their best parts were used to build this vehicle with. The quality control on these cars was also top of the line, so one could rest assure they got the best the company could make. Their engines are well known as being one of the best on the market, so combine this with a good maintenance program, and a person could see 400,000 miles out of one providing the timing belt is kept changed at the proper intervals as well. I see plenty of vehicles on the road that people purchased new, and has driven them for over 25 years, so its not as much as the kind of vehicle one has, (but it helps), as it is how well it has been taken care of. Some people can't get 100,000 miles out of one, while others can drive them forever, so this also means how hard a person is on a vehicle plays a very important role as well. Glad to help out, Good Luck!!!

Q: How do you bleed a Lexus ES 250 power steering pump?
How do you remove the air from the system

A: Look in the owners maunal..

Q: Should I buy a '91 Lexus ES 250?
I found a 1991 ES 250 with under 60k miles. I haven't been able to find much on the reliability of this car as it's over 15 years old. Just curious if there are any current/former owners and what their experiences were with maintenance. I suppose the Lexus shares many of the Toyota Camry parts would could be a positive if any serious repairs are needed. I've also read that gas mileage isn't so good. Let me know what you think about the ES 250.

A: It is essentially a gussied up Camry. They have been very reliable, and there are still a good many of them on the road. The downside is that new parts are very expensive relative to the value of the car. I overheard a quote for a new wiring harness at $800+. I would avoid the Lexus dealer at all costs as they tend to charge over $100 an hour. As it is a Toyota, almost any mechanic can work on it. This is a 16 year old car, so some things are bound to go. Camry parts are plentiful though. As long as you have a reasonable mechanic and access to a good salvage yard, I say go for it.

Q: I have a lexus es 250 1991 model and i am getting no fire thru man ing. coal.?
changed ing. coal and spark plugs to fix problem but still no spark.

A: The ign. coil is RARELY the cause of no spark, although they do indeed fail. your car has electronic engine management, which includes ignition and fuel management (fuel injectors) Before you spend a lot more money "throwing parts at the problem" and still no results, do some diagnostics. Start by drawing the diagnostic codes stored in the computer. The resulting codes will tell you what system(s) are out of range, or non-responsive to self tests. This will tell you what SYSTEM or CIRCUIT have failed, NOT necessarily the specific component. Get into the diagnostic mindset: What does it take to make the engine run? (Fuel, Air, & Heat) Any one of the three missing, or not timed correctly, there will be no BOOM, and engine doesn't run. Look for the things that will cause your failure, not ANYTHING that you see wrong. For example, an oxygen sensor is certainly going to have some bearing on how well your engine manages fuel control, but it WON'T stop ignition (or fuel for that matter). Go here------> http://autorepair.about.com/library/ts/obd-i/bl-dtcs-36.htm and follow the procedure for drawing the codes, and if you are unfamiliar with the process or fundamentals of electronic management, use the repair manual for the diagnostic "trouble-tree" to diagnose and correct the failure. If you haven't a repair manual, you can usually buy one for < $20.00 at a parts store or book store. If money is an issue, or you can't locate one for sale, go to your library in the REFERENCE section. Also available at most libraries these days is a computer-based repair resource called Mitchell On-Demand or ALLDATA. This is professional level information. You can also subscribe to either of them for a single vehicle for an annual subscription here----> http://www.eautorepair.net/ http://www.alldatadiy.com/ Good Luck

Q: should i buy a 1991 lexus es 250?
it is in very good condition good engine, interior good body no damages gold body color and tan leather

A: How many miles r on it. I have seen many Lexus' with 200,000 + miles on them running great. U just have to make sure to take care of it though. Check to see what has been replaced. Timing belt, oil pan resealed, struts, u can also tell if it has been in a front end accident. The fenders should have the vin on them, if not they have been replaced. If things have been replaced good for u, I would buy it. Just remember one thing, it is a Lexus, it's not going to be cheap to replace parts and have service done. If that is not a prob go for it, the car will last a long time. (As long as u take care of it)

Q: would anyone out there buy a 1990 or 91 lexus es 250, car is in mint condition, but its not made anymore.?


A: I sure would.. If the price is right grab it.. Acura Lexus & Infiniti are some of the best cars made..

Q: How much is it for a new door key for a Lexus?
Its a 1990 Lexus ES 250.

A: I had one replaced on a 1990 LS 400, and it was very hard to replace; it was a laser cut key, with a factory remote and its a dealer only item. It costed $350. You can get a aftermarket wtih no remote for about $25, if its the laser cut key.

Q: Which car is better? Lexus or BMW?
I want a nice car for under $35,000. I'm looking at the Lexus IS 250 and the ES 350. I'm looking for reliability most importantly. But I also want something kinda sporty and roomy. I am also debating whether or not I should look into pre-owned vs. new with my budget. What would be a good year and mileage to look for under 35 grand?

A: Since reliability is most important to you, forget a BMW. You will get just as many admiring looks from people in your reliable Lexus. Remember to do maintenance. It's important with ANY car. I remember once a lady at work said "I heard a Lexus is just an upgraded Toyota" I said: "How could you DO any better than that? You take one of the finest cars on earth and build and upgraded model"

Q: Im looking to purchase new rims for my car but i need advise?
I have a 1991 Lexus ES 250 in supurb condition, im a high school student so thats not too shabby of a car. but i want to know, when i buy new wheels for my lexus, can i remove them and put them on a whole different car if i want when i buy a new car. any advise or answers would be appreciated.

A: If you are buying aftermarket rims and tires for your lexus im assuming they will be dubs with low profile tires. unless your next car has the same lug pattern as your current lexus the rims will not be interchangeable. you do have the option of buying "generic" lug patterns that can fit numerous cars but these are usually lower quality though. keep in mind that replacing your stock wheels with the larger ones will alter the handling characteristics as well as the ride quality-a larger rolling mass is much harder to stop with factory brakes than the stock wheelset...good luck

Q: What is the maximum wheel size for my car.?
I have a 1991 lexus ES 250, in great shape. i am wondering what the maximum wheel diameter is for when i buy new wheels for it. 18"? 19"? 20's even?

A: some wheel and tire shops have computer programs that can tell you what will fit with or without modification to suspension.some can even show you what your car will look like with any wheels you pick.

Q: Is it a good idea to put Lexus IS300 18 inch wheels on a white 1997 ES300 and then lower it?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-Lexus-es-is-250-300-330-350-gs-ls-400-430-sc-wheels_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ43958QQitemZ290096983433QQrdZ1 I think the silver wheels will go well with the silver/grey trim on the bottom of the car. Also what is a good tire I am going to put them on a ES300? http://www.carbuffs.com/lexuses97whiteext1tn.jpg This is the color and basic look of my car. http://www.carbuffs.com/lexuses97whiteext1tn.jpg This is the color and basic look of my car.

A: i donts see a problem other then that the offset of the rims will be totaly incorrect due to the fact the es300 is a front wheel drive and the is 300 is rear wheel drive also if the running diamanter of the 18inch i am gussing that your are using a 45 series tire will be diff to the 15inch using 55 series tire which will affect the speedo reading at all speeds and the breaking will also change as will the track because of the offset i would check it out with a tire place before i made the purchase

Q: Can Lexus last up to 300000 miles ??
It's 96 Lexus ES 300. The car right now is about 250 000 miles.

A: If you maintain the vehicle, it will last upwards of 300000 miles. If you plan on spending money on it, take it to a dealership and have them do a safety check on it. That should tell you the condition of the vehicle and what it needs to run properly and last. Now, lets see what spammer (who doesnt know crap about cars) says.

Q: pleeeeeez help i want to know which car is better?
(1)Lexus ES http://www.lexus.com/models/ES/ (2)Lexus IS 250 http://www.lexus.com/models/IS/ (3)Lexus IS 350 http://www.lexus.com/models/IS/ (4)2007 Grand Prix GXP(third party compeitor from Pontiac) make sure its GXP http://www.pontiac.com/grandprix/index.jsp please guys which one of the four is better? THANKS for the help.

A: I would go with the Pontiac GXP IMO its the best looking of them all...The Lexus designs seem boring industrial...they really dropped the ball on these designs... If you are looking for perfomance...go with the GXP...the V8 with 323lb ft torque will really move you, and with decent mpg on a V8 (27hw) If looking for comfort...a slight edge to the IS models If price is an issue...the GXP is less expensive, and allows you to get more options and gives your more bang for your buck Warrenties...Pontiac also wins the warrenty compare Lexus 70,000 Pontiac 100,000 I believe the Pontiac is the better choice. Lexus/Toyota are over rated...Most peoples opinions are about 10-20 years behind...half these people dont know what they are talking about

Q: i need a new transmission?
for a 1996 honda accord lx. could i switch the one i have in my 1990 lexus es 250? most likely not... but where can i find out how to change it myself? and or find another one for cheap?

A: Go to a salvage yard to get the replacement transmission. If you get a repair manual and follow the steps, it's no big deal. I just changed the automatic transmission in my daughter's 1990 GEO. The replacement came from a 1993 Toyota Corolla. There were some minor differences on the mounting brackets and speedometer hookup so I set the replacement transmission beside the used one and changed everything that was different from the bad transmission to the good. If you decide to do the job yourself, get yourself a roll of masking tape and a sheet of paper. Everything you unhook, give it a number, write it on two pieces of masking tape and stick it on both parts of the plug or linkage. On the piece of paper, write the number down and describe the part or plug you took off. It's also a good idea to describe the location of the old part or plug. If you follow the book, there's really nothing to it. Remember, the mechanic is no smarter than you. He only has more experience and there was a time he didn't know any more than you do now. My first preference of a manual is the dealers manual for their mechanics but it can be difficult to obtain. Dealers don't like to give them up. Second choice is Motor's manual if you can find one. Third is a Chilton's manual and last a Haynes manual. Whichever one you get make sure it for your year of car. Your numbered sheet of paper becomes a check list when you start hooking things up. Sometimes a digital camera can help you get things back in place if you take pictures before you unhook anything. Before digital cameras, I used Polaroid instant picture cameras and pictures do help. Good luck Steven, I help a lot of teenage boys with their first car and show them such tricks as I wrote above. Don't be afraid to ask a more experienced friend for help if this is your first job.