Lexus Repair: Multiple, best gas mileage, lexus ls 400


Question
I own a 1990 Lexus ls 400.I was curious as to what does the button marked ECT do.This button is next to my gear shift.Also,my car  came with a CD disc changer,but, it doesnt work.I tried to figure it out ,I pushed the open button,nothing comes out to insert the disc.Could it be that I need a cartridge or something.Your help would be greatly appreciated.

Answer
Venice,

Thanks for the questions.

First, yes you'll need a 6-disc cartridge for the cd changer.  This cartridge is available through your local Lexus dealer.

IMPORTANT: When you are loading the CD cartridge, there are six little trays that swing out of the cartridge, which hold the discs.  Make sure you only swing ONE tray out at a time, or the whole thing will jam up and will not work right.

Second, ECT means electronically controlled transmission.  The button allows you to switch between a normal transmission shift pattern (smoothest shifting and best gas mileage) and a secondary, sporty shift pattern (upshifts later, downshifts quicker.)

Hope that helps.

Leonard