Vsc, Vsc off, and abs light on 2000 Gs300
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Hello Everyone! I just the joined the forum and I just purchased a 2000 Gs300. I'm very excited about getting this car and it drives like a dream. First off I want to say I've already spent countless hours looking for a solution and didn't find one. I know some of you will say do a "search" and I have. My scenario is a little different though.
1. The lights come on every once every 4-5 times I drive the car. The brakes are not hard or soft. They feel the same whether the light is on or off. No check engine light.
2. I've tried to do the "zero point calibration" but couldn't get it to work. I've seen a few different diagrams of which the ts and cg terminals of the DLC3 are in different places. I'lll try to attach a photo of the pins in my DLC3. I don't even see contacts that would match up on mine! (The terminals I labeled are in my own order for simplification)
3.What else can I look for to try to isolate?
Thanks everyone for the help!!!!
1. The lights come on every once every 4-5 times I drive the car. The brakes are not hard or soft. They feel the same whether the light is on or off. No check engine light.
2. I've tried to do the "zero point calibration" but couldn't get it to work. I've seen a few different diagrams of which the ts and cg terminals of the DLC3 are in different places. I'lll try to attach a photo of the pins in my DLC3. I don't even see contacts that would match up on mine! (The terminals I labeled are in my own order for simplification)
3.What else can I look for to try to isolate?
Thanks everyone for the help!!!!
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Thanks guys. I'll keep an eye on the voltage output from the alternator and I'll get it scanned next week. I'll let you guys know. Thanks for the replies and advice!!!
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Easy way to test this.
Start car
Turn on AC to max
Turn on Ws wipers
Turn on headlamps and put on high beam
Turn on stereo
Let engine get hot enough for cooling fan to hit high.
check voltage. If below 13.3v at battery, suspect alternator is on its way out.
Replace with DENSO alternator, the aftermarket ones are junk. May be better to have yours rebuilt at a shop since the rectifiers and brushes are usually the weak links and easily available for replacement.
May sound strange but has your drivers door window started acting weird at times?
Start car
Turn on AC to max
Turn on Ws wipers
Turn on headlamps and put on high beam
Turn on stereo
Let engine get hot enough for cooling fan to hit high.
check voltage. If below 13.3v at battery, suspect alternator is on its way out.
Replace with DENSO alternator, the aftermarket ones are junk. May be better to have yours rebuilt at a shop since the rectifiers and brushes are usually the weak links and easily available for replacement.
May sound strange but has your drivers door window started acting weird at times?
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Wouldn't you know that my alternator took a dump yesterday!!! Exactly what you guys said. Replaced it now the Vsc lights aren't on anymore. Thanks guys
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Hey guys, Ive had the gs for about 6 months and has been great, but this morning drove it first thing and half way to my destination i have this same vsc, vsc off lights coming on. But the check engine light is on as well. Do you guys think its still the alternator?? Some input asap would be great as this is my daily driver.
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Hey guys, Ive had the gs for about 6 months and has been great, but this morning drove it first thing and half way to my destination i have this same vsc, vsc off lights coming on. But the check engine light is on as well. Do you guys think its still the alternator?? Some input asap would be great as this is my daily driver.