IS 500 - CEL problem and update
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Hey folks, let's please try to keep this thread focused on the CEL issue and resolution topic. Thanks
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wthrman2 (02-08-22)
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@AmbyBomb Yes if it was P013A… It’s showing consistency which is a good thing on pinpointing root cause..
Are they replacing both OEM crush gaskets ??
@crapppy69 If you’re not deleting secondary CAT’s or resonators… Just install the axle back for now..
Looking to see how your final fitment goes
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Axle back swap is harmless enough and quickly reversible.
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Their initial plan was to replace the O2 sensor. I mentioned the gasket issue so maybe that will happen too. As far as I know, they're waiting on instructions from Lexus. Maybe I'm patient zero in Canada.
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Joe Z (02-08-22)
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SERVICE: EXHAUST PIPE GASKET
DESCRIPTION: EXHAUST PIPE GASKET ~|~CUSTOMER STATES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON ~|~SET DTC P013A BANK 1 SENSOR 2 SLOW RESPONDS ~|~20 SET DTC P013A BANK 1 SENSOR 2 SLOW RESPONDS CHECKED EXHAUST FOR LEAKS AND FOUND EXHAUST FLANGE HAD A LARGE GAP CAUSING A LITTLE LEAK WHEN HOT, REMOVED EXHAUST AND RE-INSTALLED AND WAS ABLE TO REDUCE FLANGE GAP BY RE-TORQUE THE EXHAUST BOLTS. TEST DROVE
If they didn't replace my gasket and it indeed has a gap, whereas these replacements don't have a gap, does that mean my bolts are torqued too tight?
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^^ I agree, all except Jororo but his was more of an exception and they feel it could be a poorly aligned exhaust system....But it is encouraging to see that so far, a simple gasket (or 2) has fixed these issues
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