Running until I crossed jumped it. Blew fuse and replace but car would start then shut off. A/C working , sunroof working.
Jul 31, 2024 at 5:58 AM
Car starts but shuts off?
1999 LEXUS GS 300
DIONISIO CAREY
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Okay, yep, the car battery does not like to be connected backwards, it sounds like the throttle bore control motor has gone out, here is a guide to help explain more what's going on:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/resolving-reverse-battery-connection-in-cars-a-step-by-step-repair-guide
We should run the codes to see if any are stored, which can help us see what needs to be replaced.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing
Here is how to change the throttle body out in case it is stored for it. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/resolving-reverse-battery-connection-in-cars-a-step-by-step-repair-guide
We should run the codes to see if any are stored, which can help us see what needs to be replaced.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing
Here is how to change the throttle body out in case it is stored for it. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
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Jul 31, 2024 at 6:16 PM
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