Why does my 2000 Lexus rx 300 Turn off when I go In reverse?

Asked by Jurrell Mar 06, 2015 at 06:18 PM about the 2000 Lexus RX 300 AWD

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your torque converter control solenoid could be a problem. google its location and unplug it. if it "fixes" then that's it. you can drive the car this way, but you will sacrifice some fuel mileage.

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