Car diagnostics for a 2002 Lexus IS
Car diagnostics for the 2002 Lexus IS: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 12.4 to 13.1 L/100 km
- Body
- Compact Cars
A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2002 Lexus IS for car diagnostics
- Body: compact cars (EPA size class).
2002 Lexus IS: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 623 L (22 cu ft) | 623 L (22 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,350 | US$4,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,340 | $4,586 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2002 Lexus IS
- NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
- Owners filed 40 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure (9), service brakes (6) and vehicle speed control (6). Have those parts checked before you buy.
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Arranging the work for the IS
Car diagnostics for your 2002 Lexus IS: arranged with a trusted shop, never done by CarmaCars, with a rental if you need one. A steady check engine light needs a check soon; a flashing one means pull over safely and get help.
Your car, your notes
The shop may ask for the VIN to order the right parts. If you have the service history of your IS, have it ready for the shop. Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. The powertrain to know here is the 3.0L 6-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive.
From request to repair
Your request goes to a person, who arranges a trusted shop or gives you its name. The shop quotes the job; you approve it before any work. The shop sets the price and the time after seeing the car.
No car? Rent one meanwhile
Rent for as long as the job takes, by the day or the week. We can have a rental ready the day your car goes in. Your offer shows any delivery fee before you pay.
What to ask
Ask the shop to explain the repair in plain words before you agree. Ask whether the parts are new, rebuilt or used. Ask whether the shop will check anything related while the car is there.
Between shop visits
Keep the fuel tank above a quarter in winter. Keep a record of every service; it helps the shop and adds value when you sell. If the car pulls to one side, ask the shop to check the alignment and the tires.
Next step
Start with a short request; a person replies within one business day.
Request car diagnostics
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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We have no car while yours is in on the site right now. Request one and we look for it for your dates, or take a similar car that is available now.
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