My 1997 Lexus ES300 will not start when I turn the ignition key

SOURCE: my ignition switch is stuck on my lexus es300

It sounds like you need to replace the ignition switch. This happened to me about a year ago on my 1999 ES 300. Usually part of the ignition is stripped or broken so the key can't move. It's a pretty easy fix, you have to take off the plastic dash cover so you can unscrew the ignition switch and slide it out. The problem you'll have is when you put in a new ignition you'll get new keys with it. The ignition key will be different than the locks on your car. I have to carry two keys now, kind of a pain, but cheaper than having your locks rekeyed.

Mike Vincent

• 358 Answers
• Posted on May 21, 2009

SOURCE: 1997 lexus will not stay idle

most likly is the air idle controll valve.needs replaced.

SOURCE: hesistaton at idle speed. how many ignition coils are used in a 98 lexus es300?

I looked it up on AutoZone.com and it looks like there is only one coil.  You can verify that by giving them a call.  However, to me it sounds like you might be having a problem with your idle air control valve.  Since you are only having problems when the vehicle is at idle I would take a look at your IAC.  It is located on the throttle body and is usually held on by two screws.  When the IAC starts to go bad you will have problems with the vehicle when idling.  Let me know if you have any other questions.  Thanks for rating my response and for using FixYa!

SOURCE: How do I change AC blower motor on 1997 Lexus ES300?

THE BLOWER UNIT IS LOCATED IN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT ABOVE THE RIGHT FRONT FOOT WELL.YOU HAVE TO REMOVE THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT LINER.THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR AND THE AND THE RIGHT LOWER DASH PANEL.THEN YOU CAN REMOVE BLOWER MOTOR SCREWS AND BLOWER MOTOR.

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SOURCE: I need a replacement key for my lexus ES300? Is it

call the dealer and a couple of lock smiths that deal with cars, the lock smiths a generally lower in price.