Asim88

Hey all

Just wanted your input on this.

So I bought my LS for about $13k and it had ran about 94k miles.
I found out from 3 different mechanics at that time it had a leak.
Upon further diagnostics the leak seems to be coming from the engine oil/filter side/outlet.
I have noticed that car only leaks when engine is off and not during running. Its a mild leak.

So do I need to fork out about $450 for parts and labor. Or just watchful waiting for more leaks. Parts are not that expensive since its mostly O seals and gasket.

I have attached pictures of leak.

Fyi: This is my 1st lexus. Coming from a 05 Camry.

Appreciate everyone's advise.

Asim88

Parts cost.

Labor cost and details

Wet base. Leak?


Leak gone backwards as per the mechanic


Leak proof in parking. Old leak below the paper

Engine oil

ATF

O rings and assay

Gasket

colfax

5-40 motor oil? Is that what Lexus says to use on your 2010?

I don't know as I have a 07 which calls for 0-20 full synthetic, why would Lexus change
to a heavier oil in the 2010 model year, just curious?

Asim88

No haven't bought it yet. Could u tell me which one to go for.
Thanks

Asim88

The manual says 0w20, 5w20, 5w30 or 10w30.
Thing is I live in Dubai so the coolest it gets is about 15 C. Hottest is like 45-55 C.
Also lexus dealer sells 5w40 as the OEM here.

Asim88

Yes the manual says WS. Do u have the part number? This type 4 ATF is the general OEM for lexus here!

colfax

He does live in the desert, where it's going to be hotter, so maybe that's a Lexus dealer recommendation.
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ok thank you for that as I too live in a United States desert hot area and my dealer tells me to use no heavier than 5-20



I know these car motors are built to very tight clearance hence the need for thinner oil, but yes maybe extremely hot climate calls for even heavier oil, thank you



and best wishes with deciding to buy a Lexus!

Asim88

Yes u are right but here we never need a coldstart. Im sure ur winter gets more colder so 5w20 is balanced for that.
Here winter is like 15 degree Celsius lols.

Asim88

Guys what about the leak. Any inputs.
Seems to be leak higher up. Thus changing all O rings and gasket as well as gear filter.

TaninAuto

Have the fuel pump gaskets been replaced?

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