Power Train Related Problems of the 2002 Lexus IS300

Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 2002 Lexus IS300. The number one most common problem is related to the clutch (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the noises during shifting (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Lexus IS300


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2002 Lexus IS300

The Clutch problem

I own a 5-speed manual 2002 Lexus Is300. Currently, my car has 40,000 miles. Everything in the vehicle is stock, no modified parts and accesories. I drive this car normal like any other manual transmission cars. I rev match when I downshift, never ride the clutch etc. . .   Read details...

The Noises During Shifting problem

Loud thumping noise from rear of trunk, on manual transmissions when shifting between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.   Read details...

The Clutch Pedal/linkage problem

After getting clutch replaced, I press the clutch pedal down and release the pedal, it takes sometimes up to 30 or 40 seconds before the pedal pops back out. . I have to reach down with my hand and pull the pedal up.   Read details...


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Safety Ratings of IS300 Cars
IS300 Service Bulletins
IS300 Defect Investigations