IS 500 - CEL problem and update
02-01-22, 12:15 PM
#227
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02-01-22, 01:37 PM
#229
That can happen with gaskets/sensors. Sometimes assemblies settle after sitting for a bit, and under load and heat, it may form a gap and that's when you'll throw a code.
02-01-22, 01:39 PM
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02-01-22, 01:39 PM
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Maybe you can ask them if they have received anymore official words from Lexus corp on the ongoing problems..
Joe Z
02-01-22, 01:47 PM
#232
Spoke to them today. No official word really. They're going to change the gaskets but I was told they ordered a new exhaust pipe too. Guidance from engineers is just to do the gaskets though.
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02-01-22, 07:24 PM
#233
Update on my CEL: the master technician found "unmetered airflow past one of the sensors, causing the the CELs to be thrown." Gaskets will be here tomorrow and they will test again.
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02-01-22, 07:38 PM
#234
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^^^ Fingers crossed!
02-01-22, 07:40 PM
#235
Just got this email. I'll definitely be reporting this CEL, hopefully they fix it before selling the car to more new customers!
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02-01-22, 08:40 PM
#236
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I received a text from the dealer stating they had to order a gasket but didn't go any further in depth. I also notice that they put in 10 miles on the car from when I initially brought it in and went through almost a quarter tank of gas.
02-01-22, 08:43 PM
#237
Uhh seems suspicious.. mine had 0 miles added, although the car has only been at the dealer for a day.
02-01-22, 08:55 PM
#238
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I've brought the car to the dealer on Saturday morning. I notice this Tuesday morning they went over 65 mph, went through almost a quarter tank and added 10 miles on top of the 36 miles.
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02-01-22, 09:00 PM
#239
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The tech needs to drive it after the repair to make sure the code is cleared, but not necessarily before. My tech took three 5-7 mile trips after he fixed mine to make sure the code was clear, the last time on the freeway too. I was completely fine with that. They refilled the gas before I took the car back.
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02-01-22, 10:57 PM
#240
wtf, they would have to be gunning it the whole time and even then i cant understand how they used that much gas in 10 miles. I guess its possible.