2005 Lexus ES300 (MCV30R) — Repair Solution

3.0L 1MZ-FE 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol · Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up · Engine

Lexus ES300 (MCV30R) Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Lexus
Model: ES300 (MCV30R)
Year: 2005
Engine: 3.0L 1MZ-FE 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
Area: Engine
Category: Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up

Customer Complaint

Starting issues.

Problem Summary

Had been serviced by dealer, owner was unable to explain the issue she experienced. It was an excessive cranking before firing up, it was unusual for her and she was worried.

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Quick Facts

CodeLEXMC05118
Vehicle2005 Lexus ES300 (MCV30R)
Engine3.0L 1MZ-FE 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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