2008 Lexus IS FFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Problem Symptoms Table

HINT

  • Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms If multiple suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in the order they are listed. Replace parts as necessary
  • Inspect the fuses and relays related to this system before inspecting the suspected areas below

SFI SystemΒ 

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS CHART

Symptom Suspected Area See
Engine does not crank (Does not start) Smart access system with push-button start HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING
Immobilizer system HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING
ECM power source circuit ECM POWER SOURCE CIRCUIT
Cranking holding function circuit CRANKING HOLDING FUNCTION CIRCUIT
Starter INSPECTION
No initial combustion (Does not start) ECM power source circuit ECM POWER SOURCE CIRCUIT
VC output circuit VC OUTPUT CIRCUIT
Fuel pump control circuit FUEL PUMP CONTROL CIRCUIT
Crankshaft position sensor CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Ignition system IGNITION SYSTEM
Fuel injector circuit DTC P0201 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 1); DTC P0202 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 2); DTC P0203 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 3); DTC P0204 I INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 4); DTC P0205 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 5); DTC P0206 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 6); DTC P0207 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 7); DTC P0208 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 8); DTC P062D FUEL INJECTOR DRIVER CIRCUIT PERFORMANCE BANK 1; DTC P062E FUEL INJECTOR DRIVER CIRCUIT PERFORMANCE BANK 2
Valve timing REASSEMBLY
Engine cranks normally but difficult to start Fuel pump control circuit FUEL PUMP CONTROL CIRCUIT
Fuel pump for high pressure ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Compression ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Engine coolant temperature sensor ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Ignition system IGNITION SYSTEM
Fuel injector circuit DTC P0201 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 1); DTC P0202 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 2); DTC P0203 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 3); DTC P0204 I INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 4); DTC P0205 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 5); DTC P0206 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 6); DTC P0207 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 7); DTC P0208 INJECTOR CIRCUIT / OPEN - (CYLINDER 8); DTC P062D FUEL INJECTOR DRIVER CIRCUIT PERFORMANCE BANK 1; DTC P062E FUEL INJECTOR DRIVER CIRCUIT PERFORMANCE BANK 2
Intake system ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Throttle body THROTTLE BODY
Incomplete intermittent combustion occurs (Does not start) Fuel pump control circuit FUEL PUMP CONTROL CIRCUIT
Ignition system IGNITION SYSTEM
Fuel line FUEL SYSTEM
Fuel injector for direct injection INSPECTION
Fuel injector for port injection INSPECTION
Crankshaft position sensor CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
High engine speed (Poor idle) Air conditioning signal circuit -
Throttle body THROTTLE BODY
Throttle body control -
Engine coolant temperature sensor ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
PCV hose ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PCV system ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Low engine idle speed (Poor idle) Fuel pump control circuit FUEL PUMP CONTROL CIRCUIT
Fuel pump for high pressure ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Electronic throttle control system DTC P0120 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "A" CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION; DTC P0122 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "A" CIRCUIT LOW INPUT; DTC P0123 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "A" CIRCUIT HIGH INPUT; DTC P0220 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "B" CIRCUIT; DTC P0222 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "B" CIRCUIT LOW INPUT; DTC P0223 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "B" CIRCUIT HIGH INPUT; DTC P2135 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "A" / "B" VOLTAGE CORRELATION
Intake system ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PCV hose ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Rough idle Compression ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Air fuel ratio sensor AIR FUEL RATIO SENSOR
Heated oxygen sensor HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR
Mass air flow meter MASS AIR FLOW METER
Ignition system IGNITION SYSTEM
Air conditioning signal circuit -
Fuel line (clocked) -
Fuel pump for high pressure ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Electronic throttle control system DTC P0120 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "A" CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION; DTC P0122 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "A" CIRCUIT LOW INPUT; DTC P0123 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "A" CIRCUIT HIGH INPUT; DTC P0220 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "B" CIRCUIT; DTC P0222 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "B" CIRCUIT LOW INPUT; DTC P0223 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "B" CIRCUIT HIGH INPUT; DTC P2135 THROTTLE / PEDAL POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH "A" / "B" VOLTAGE CORRELATION
Intake system ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PCV hose ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Hunting (Poor idle) PCV hose ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Mass air flow meter MASS AIR FLOW METER
Air fuel ratio sensor AIR FUEL RATIO SENSOR
Hesitation/Poor acceleration (Poor driveability) Fuel line -
Fuel pump for high pressure ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Mass air flow meter MASS AIR FLOW METER
Valve timing REASSEMBLY
Throttle body THROTTLE BODY
Knock sensor KNOCK SENSOR
Surging (Poor driveability) Fuel line -
Fuel pump control circuit FUEL PUMP CONTROL CIRCUIT
Fuel pump for high pressure ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Ignition system IGNITION SYSTEM
Fuel injector for port injection INSPECTION
Fuel injector for direct injection INSPECTION
Engine stalls soon after starting Mass air flow meter MASS AIR FLOW METER
Intake system ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Fuel line -
Engine stalls during A/C operation Air conditioning signal circuit (compressor circuit) HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING
ECM -
Unable/difficult to refuel Refueling valve (canister) INSPECTION
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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