Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Lexus ES 300FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Anti-Lock - With Traction Control
ANTI-LOCK - WITH TRACTION CONTROL DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) IDENTIFICATION
| DTC | Description |
|---|---|
| C0226/21 | Right Front ABS/TRAC Actuator Solenoid Circuit |
| C0236/22 | Left Front ABS/TRAC Actuator Solenoid Circuit |
| C0246/23 | Right Rear ABS/TRAC Actuator Solenoid Circuit |
| C0256/24 | Left Rear ABS/TRAC Actuator Solenoid Circuit |
| C0273/13 | ABS Motor Relay Circuit |
| C0274/14 | ABS Motor Relay Circuit |
| C0278/11 | ABS Solenoid Relay Circuit |
| C0279/12 | ABS Solenoid Relay Circuit |
| C1201/61 | Engine Control System Malfunction |
| C1225/25 | Open Or Short In SMC1 Circuit |
| C1226/26 | Open Or Short In SMC2 Circuit |
| C1227/27 | Open Or Short In SRC1 Circuit |
| C1228/28 | Open Or Short In SRC2 Circuit |
| C1231/31 | Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit |
| C1232/32 | Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit |
| C1233/33 | Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit |
| C1234/34 | Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit |
| C1241/41 | IG Power Supply Circuit |
| C1243/43 | ABS Control System Malfunction |
| C1244/44 | NE Signal Circuit |
| C1249/49 | Brakelight Switch Circuit |
| C1251/51 | ABS Pump Motor Lock |
| C1253/53 | ECM Communication Circuit Malfunction |
| C1271/71 | Right Front Speed Sensor Signal Voltage Low |
| C1272/72 | Left Front Speed Sensor Signal Voltage Low |
| C1273/73 | Right Rear Speed Sensor Signal Voltage Low |
| C1274/74 | Left Rear Speed Sensor Signal Voltage Low |
| C1275/75 | Abnormal Change In Output Signal From Right Front Speed Sensor |
| C1276/76 | Abnormal Change In Output Signal From Left Front Speed Sensor |
| C1277/77 | Abnormal Change In Output Signal From Right Rear Speed Sensor |
| C1278/78 | Abnormal Change In Output Signal From Left Rear Speed Sensor |
Factory Service Tools
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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.