2001 Rx 300 vsc engages for no reason
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2001 Rx 300 vsc engages for no reason
My VSC engages when I start to move the car. Brought it to the dealer they said it was the rear axel. Paid $600.00 for the axel,had my mechanic put it in for $200.00 and problem still not solved. I pulled the breaker out from the fuse box and the vsc stopped engaging, but now the vsc light stays. Ever happened to anyone, and do you know the solution? Thanks
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Did the dealer tell you that replacing the axle, will solve your problem? If so, I'd speak with the manager and get them to at least give you a refund for the labor, and they keep the money for the part.
Like mentioned above, try cleaning your speed sensor's. It's quite simple, a quick search will reveal what to do.
Like mentioned above, try cleaning your speed sensor's. It's quite simple, a quick search will reveal what to do.
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Yes they told me it was the axel. All they did was refund the diagnose charge. Can you tell me where the speed sensor is ? Thanks for the help guys , will let you know how I make out.
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I had the same problem on my 2001. I cleaned the wheel sensor`s on the wheel hubs (front) problem solved. I would have cleaned the rear ones too but I couldnt get them out. Lucky for me it was one of the front sensor`s that was the problem.
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Do i need to have mechanic do this--you seemed to have done yourself-=if so how do I get to the sesnors. I am pretty sure that is what it is but all the mechanics I ask want to charge $80-$100 to hook up to computer first---there are n o lights on, only the pic of the skidding car when it happens--thanks
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