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1997 Lexus SC 300 AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Controls - Tests W/Codes
- Introduction
- Self-Diagnostic System
- Scan Tool Problems
- Circuit Tests
- Notes
- DTC P0100 - Mass Airflow (MAF) Sensor Circuit
- DTC P0101 - Mass Airflow (MAF) Sensor Circuit Range/Performance Problem
- DTC P0110 - Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor Circuit
- DTC P0115 - Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Circuit
- DTC P0116 - Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Circuit Range/Performance Problem
- DTC P0120 - Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Circuit Malfunction
- DTC P0121 - Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Circuit Range/Performance Problem
- DTC P0125 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature For Closed Loop Fuel Control
- DTC P0130, P0150 - Oxygen Sensor Related
- DTC P0133, P0153 - Oxygen Sensor Related
- DTC P0135, P0141, P0155 - Oxygen Sensor Related
- DTC P0136 - Heated Oxygen Sensor Circuit (Bank No. 1, Sensor No. 2)
- DTC P0141 - Heated Oxygen Sensor Circuit (Bank No. 1, Sensor No. 2)
- DTC P0150 - Heated Oxygen Sensor Fault (Bank No. 2, Sensor No. 1)
- DTC P0153 - Heated Oxygen Sensor (Bank No. 2, Sensor No. 1) Circuit Slow Response
- DTC P0155 - Heated Oxygen Sensor Circuit (Bank No. 2, Sensor No. 1)
- DTC P0171: System Too Lean (Fuel Trim)
- DTC P0172: System Too Rich (Fuel Trim)
- DTC P0300 - Random Misfire Detected
- DTCS P0301-P0306 - Cylinders No. 1-6 Misfire Detected
- DTC P0325, P0330 - Knock Sensor
- DTC P0335 Or P1335 - Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Circuit
- DTC P0340 - Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Circuit
- DTC P0385 - Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Circuit
- DTC P0401 - Insufficient Exhaust Gas RECIRCULATION (EGR) Flow Detected
- DTC P0402 - Excessive EGR Flow Detected
- DTC P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold
- DTC P0441 - Incorrect EVAP Purge Flow
- DTC P0500 - Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Malfunction
- DTC P0505 - Idle Control System Malfunction
- DTC P0510 - Closed Throttle Position (CTP) Switch Malfunction
- DTC P1200 - Fuel Pump Circuit Malfunction
- DTC P1300 - IGNITOR Circuit Malfunction
- DTC P1335 - Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Circuit
- DTC P1400 - Sub-Throttle Position (Sub-TP) Sensor Malfunction
- DTC P1401 - Sub-Throttle Position (Sub-TP) Sensor Circuit Range/Performance Problem
- DTC P1500 - Starter Signal Circuit Malfunction
- DTC P1520 - Stoplight Switch Signal Malfunction
- DTC P1600 - ECM Batt Malfunction
- DTC P1605 - Knock Control ECM Malfunction
- DTC P1780 - Park/Neutral Position Switch Malfunction
- Summary
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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