The check engine is the most common warning light that appears in the Lexus IS 300’s instrument cluster. Well over half of this site’s content is related to solving the various reasons why the check engine light comes on. The good news is that the check engine light indicates that there are Diagnostic Trouble Codes … Read more
If your Lexus IS 300 has a soft brake pedal, it is a sign of a serious brake system issue. It’s usually caused by air entering the system in some way through a leak. This article covers the six most common causes of a soft brake pedal as well as a solid diagnostic order if … Read more
Your Lexus IS 300’s alarm system is designed to detect potential intruders, keep its contents safe, and keep them from driving your car away. However, it is not uncommon for a car alarm to go off, or keep going off, for no apparent reason– also known as false or “nuisance alarms”. This article will discuss … Read more
If your Lexus IS 300’s key fob is not working, the most common reason is a dead battery. Followed by water damage or fob failure. Below, we’ve listed everything you need to do to get your car’s fob working again. A dead battery is the most common reason a Lexus IS 300’s key fob fails. … Read more
If you own a Lexus IS 300 and it’s idling rough, you may be feeling frustrated. In this article, we’ll look at some of the most common causes of a rough idle in the IS 300 and how to fix the problem. The most common cause of a rough idle is misfiring. What an Engine … Read more
If you’re filling your car up regularly and still getting crummy mileage, there are a few things that could be to blame. In this post, we’ll explore some of the most common reasons your Lexus IS 300 is getting bad gas mileage. Before diving in, it’s important to note whether or not your IS 300’s … Read more
If your Lexus IS 300 has metal shavings in the oil, it almost always indicates engine damage, but it’s not always easy to tell what is causing the issue. This article will help you figure out what’s going on with your car. Metal shavings accompanied by a knocking sound typically indicate your IS 300 has … Read more
When your Lexus IS 300 is in Park, its engine RPM level (revolutions per minute) should stay relatively even. If it doesn’t, there’s likely something wrong with your engine. If your car’s check engine light is on, we’ve provided the most common causes of RPMs going up and down while in Park and the common … Read more
Shocks and struts typically don’t last for the lifetime of a vehicle, If your Lexus IS 300 is experiencing poor handling, excessive wear on tires and suspension components, or a jarring noise, it likely has bad shocks or struts. If your IS 300 is experiencing any steering problems, it’s vital to check your car out … Read more
The TPMS light indicates that your Lexus IS 300’s tire pressure is above or below the minimum threshold set by the manufacturer. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light is the most common warning light on a modern vehicle. If you have a TPMS warning light, your car’s tire pressure must be checked. If your … Read more