1997 Lexus SC
Typical repair costs
- Battery replacement $150–$320
- Cabin air filter replacement $48–$103
- Check-engine light diagnosis $100–$200
- Engine air filter replacement $30–$75
- Front brake pads $200–$350
- Front brake pads and rotors $335–$625
National guide ranges for independent shops, before tax, typical for most cars. Prices for this exact car vary. Estimate a repair for your car →
Fuel economy
| Trim | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 300/SC 400 | 13.9 | 10.4 | 12.3 L/100 km |
Official: NRCan Fuel Consumption Ratings.
Recalls
Recalls are listed by model and year and may not apply to every vehicle. Check your VIN on the official recall site.
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Electrical
Transport Canada 1998015 ·
DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE TERMINAL FOR THE STARTER MOTOR MAGNETIC SWITCH (SOLENOID), AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR IF ELECTRICALLY CONDUCTIVE LIQUID ENTERS THIS AREA. THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A POSSIBLE UNDERHOOD FIRE. CORRECTION: THE STARTER MOTOR MAGNETIC S...
Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
Show 1 U.S. recall
U.S. recalls (NHTSA) with no Transport Canada record. They may not cover vehicles sold in Canada; check your VIN.
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Electrical system: starter assembly
NHTSA (U.S.) 98V016000 ·
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE TERMINAL FOR THE STARTER MOTOR MAGNETIC SWITCH, AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT CAN OCCUR IF ELECTRICALLY-CONDUCTIVE LIQUID, SUCH AS ROAD SPLASH WITH DEICING SALT, ENTERS THIS AREA.
Official recall page (opens in a new tab)
Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database; U.S. recalls from NHTSA.
Maintenance schedule
CarDoc doesn’t have the manufacturer schedule for this model yet. Follow the schedule in your owner’s manual.
Specs
- Body type
- Coupe
- Engines
- 3.0 L 6-cylinder, 4.0 L 8-cylinder
- Fuel
- Gas
- Transmissions
- Automatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
- Drivetrains
- RWD