Expert Answers about Lexus ES 300

Which Sportrack Roof Rack Fits 1996 Lexus ES 300
I checked with Sportrack and the correct semi-custom roof rack you'd need for your 1996 Lexus ES 300 is the part # SR1008 that you mentioned.
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Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2002 Lexus ES 300
The discontinued multi-fit trailer hitch 37042 does not fit the 2002 Lexus ES 300. For a custom fit hitch that will fit your Lexus you can use # 36336. This is a Class II hitch with a 1-1/4 inch receiver. It is rated for 300 pounds tongue weight and 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight but is limited to the capacity of the vehicle. If you plan on doing any towing the recommended ball mount is # 36061. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19257 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258. And for trailer wiring...
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Wiring Instructions For Tekonsha ModuLite 119179 On a 2002 Lexus ES 300
I have attached a copy of the instructions for the Tekonsha Upgraded ModuLite Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness # 119179 so that you can have a copy. We do offer this same item as a Kit # 119179KIT that includes a tester and the required connectors to tap into the wiring on your 2002 Lexus ES 300. You will need a Test Light # PTW2993 to ensure that you are connecting to the correct power wires on your Lexus tail light harness. One wire will be the positive and the 2nd wire the...
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How Many Catalytic Converters Are Installed in 2002 Lexus ES300
The 2002 Lexus ES falls into the 4th generation of this design and if equipped with a 3.0L V6 engine it has three catalytic converters, according to my contact at MagnaFlow. The front converter is part # MF50821. The rear converters are parts # MF26214 and # MF50260. These are all bolt-on products; no welding is required. None of these items are approved by the state of California. I have linked each of these parts, but please note that the product images on our web pages are not the...
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Recommended Wiring Harness for a 2002 Lexus ES 300
The Wiring Harness part # 46255 is confirmed to fit your 2002 Lexus ES 300. This will work well for you. I have attached a sample install video for you as well.
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Which is the Correct Ball Mount for a 1997 Lexus ES 300 and Draw-Tite Class II Trailer Hitch
The trailer hitch # 36336 for the 1997 Lexus ES 300 is a Class II trailer hitch. This is important because with Class II trailer hitches you have to use the ball mount specified by the hitch manufacturer or it voids the hitch warranty. This is because on the lower Class hitches they are tested with a specific ball mount best suited for the vehicle. When measuring for the rise or drop needed you do not factor in the height of the ball. I have included a link to a how-to article that explains...
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Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2002 Lexus ES 300 for Bike Rack
For carrying a bike rack with a trailer hitch a draw bar/ball mount would not be needed. So for your 2002 Lexus EX 300 the Draw Tite hitch part # 36336 would be all that you need aside from the bike rack. The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Thule Camber 2 part # TH9058. We asked our demo and install guys to name their favorite, most easy-to-use bike racks and this one showed up in nearly everyone's top three. Check out the review video...
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Which Catalytic Converters Fit a 2002 Lexus ES 300
We have several 49 state legal converters (not legal in California) for the 2002 Lexus ES 300. They can be split into direct fit and universal fit. For a direct fit rear, you can use # MF26214 or the OEM # MF49992. For a direct fit rear manifold OEM fit converter, you can use # MF49991 or aftermarket # MF50260. For a universal fit rear, you can use # MF99205HM. There are lots of options but to make it easier, the universal fit is going to be the least expensive. A direct fit will be...
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Trailer Hitch Fit for 1998 Lexus ES300
There is a trailer hitch that fits your 1998 Lexus ES300 but hitch # E-3S is designed to fit on trucks that have a step bumper so it would not work on your Lexus. The largest capacity hitch for your '98 Lexus is a Class II with a 1-1/4" receiver and 300 lb tongue weight capacity. This is important because the capacity of your dirt bike carrier and dirt bike would not be able to exceed 300 lbs. The hitch I recommend is the Draw-Tite # 36336 because of Draw-Tite's strong reputation for making...
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Trailer Wiring Harness for a 1994 Lexus ES 300
All of the trailer wiring harnesses for the 1994 Lexus ES 300 are hardwire kits meaning you will have to splice them into the tail light wiring on the vehicle. To install these harnesses you will need to first test the tail light wiring to determine the functions of the vehicle wires and then splice into them accordingly. Wiring harness # C59236 includes a small circuit tester so you would not have to get one separately. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
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Recommended 2 Inch Hitch Ball for Class II Trailer Hitch Receiver
First of all, thanks for coming back. You didn't state needing a ball mount, but you will definitely need one. I recommend the Draw-Tite Drawbar # 3593 along with the 2" Hitch Ball # 19258. This will work very well for your Class II trailer hitch. Let me know if you need anything else for your towing needs.
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Wiring Functions of Curt Trailer Wiring Harness for a 1997 Lexus ES 300
When installing the Curt trailer wiring harness # C59236 the red wire is for the brake lights. Your 1997 Lexus ES 300 has a separate wiring system. This means that the turn signals and brake lights are on different circuits/bulbs. The yellow wire is for left turn signal, green is for right turn signal, red is for brake lights. And of course brown is for running/tail lights and white is the ground. There are some vehicles that would require grounding that red wire but not on your Lexus....
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Recommendation For Hitch That Fits 2002 Lexus ES 300
The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch, Item # 75956, is not a confirmed fit for your vehicle. It is designed more for vehicles like the Lexus NX200. A hitch that is a confirmed fit and that I recommend is The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, Item # 36336. This Class II-1-1/4 inch hitch is perfect for light-duty towing. It has a maximum towing weight capacity of 3,500-lbs and a maximum tongue weight capacity of 300-lbs. I have attached a video showing it being installed on a 2005 Lexus ES 330. Contact...
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Is Curt Hitch for 1997 Lexus ES 300 Easy to Install
The Curt hitch part # C12339 that fits your 1997 Lexus ES300 is a pretty easy install. Curt lists that it would take about 50 minutes or so to install and there's no drilling required.
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Parts Needed to Tow Trailer and Jet Ski with Lexus ES 300
The Draw-Tite Class II hitch for the 2003 Lexus ES 300 # 36336 has a gross trailer weight capacity of 3500 pounds and a tongue weight capacity of 300 pounds. As long as the combined weight of the jet ski and trailer does not exceed either of those capacities it will be able to tow the load. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view. I have included a video of this hitch's installation on a 2005 Lexus ES 330. To complete your towing package you will need a...
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Recommended Leaf Spring Capacity for a Conversion Boat Trailer
Yes and no, a leaf spring with a lower capacity will provide a better quality ride than a leaf spring with a higher capacity but you will not want to make that part the lowest rated suspension component. Typically, we recommend choosing a leaf spring with a capacity that either meets or exceeds the capacity of the axle. I would be skeptical if the leaf spring pack you have now is only rated at 1,000 lbs. However, since you have converted a boat trailer to a light duty kayak carrier I...
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