Does 2014 Lexus is250 have carbon build up problems?

Asked by Flowersnow Feb 08, 2021 at 12:00 AM about the 2014 Lexus IS 250 Sedan AWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I want to buy a 2014 Lexus is250, but should I be concern
about the carbon build up?

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james answered 3 years ago

Carbon buildup is a thing of the past. Hope that helps! Jim

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F_O_R answered 3 years ago

Direct Injection engines tend to have carbon build up. A program update from Lexus might help but Lexus forums say this is a real problem at least in older IS250's. Ask your Lexus dealer about the 14's.

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