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Catherine Dalton Burk Posted on May 09, 2009
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Check engine light on in 93 Lexus

After driving about 5 miles on the freeway, the check engine light comes on in my 1993 Lexus 300 es. The temperature gauge seems to be working but the car smells a little hot after driving it.

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  • Catherine Dalton Burk May 09, 2009

    OK, Where are these sensors located?

  • Anonymous May 11, 2010

    The only way to check this problem the right way is to get a computer diagnostic.It can range from a sensor to tranny problems.I would suggest checking all your fluids engine,tranny,radiator.

  • Anonymous Mar 31, 2014

    the transmission doesnt not seem to be working in drive to move forward

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The only way to check why the check engine light is on is to have autozone or a mechanic put a scanner on the car and read the engine codes. This will tell you exactly what is wrong. Many part stores will test it for free. Mechanics will charge about $40 But you will definately know exactly what the problem is.

If gauge is fine and car smells hot. It is probably due to plugged exhaust unless you have a wire laying on the exhaust manifold and it's melting.

  • Anonymous May 09, 2009

    Some of these cars have two sensors. One sends temps to temp guage and the other sensor sends engine temps directly to computer. That sensor may be faulty.

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