Transfer Case and Differential Oil
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Thanks for that info. The coolant info is clear. It's STILL not clear if and when to replace the other two assuming no leaks and normal levels.
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In a nutshell:
Lexus does not require the replacement of the differential oil or the transfer case oil if the vehicle is not driven under Special Operating Conditions.
Lexus does not require the replacement of the differential oil or the transfer case oil if the vehicle is not driven under Special Operating Conditions.
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Thank you. I see it that way too.
#19
Me personally, I would change the fluids as per the Canadian website. New fluid never hurts (and I still don't believe these automobile companies that claim 'lifetime' fluid) What that really means in my opinion is "lasts for the warranty period".
I changed the fluids in my RX400h at 11500km (mind you the 400h has a CVT and the rear wheels are driven electrically, so it's not exactly the same). At 165000km, I replaced the rear diff fluid again and the stuff that came out looked like new, but since I'm a DIY, it only cost me about $12 for two litres of fluid. I was planning on changing the CVT fluid at the same time, but a new tranny just before 160000km (under extended warranty) meant new fluid anyway.
One fluid often neglected is brake fluid, which should be changed at a certain number of miles OR a certain number of years (every two I think), due to the fact that it's hygroscopic.
Last edited by rcy; 08-22-11 at 04:43 PM.
#20
In the Scheduled Maintenance Guide as I stated in that post you questioned. Came with your vehicle and is available online along with all the other Owner's Manuals from Lexus on their web site.
Why are you getting angry with me? I confirmed your information, answered your question(s) and tried to clarify another member's posting by explaining what they were getting at. Everything you needed was there.
Now I remember why I do not go home to PA very often.
Now I remember why I do not go home to PA very often.
#21
In the Scheduled Maintenance Guide as I stated in that post you questioned. Came with your vehicle and is available online along with all the other Owner's Manuals from Lexus on their web site.
Why are you getting angry with me? I confirmed your information, answered your question(s) and tried to clarify another member's posting by explaining what they were getting at. Everything you needed was there.
Now I remember why I do not go home to PA very often.
Why are you getting angry with me? I confirmed your information, answered your question(s) and tried to clarify another member's posting by explaining what they were getting at. Everything you needed was there.
Now I remember why I do not go home to PA very often.
#22
Grumpa72 is from Pittsburgh, I think. Grumpa, folks grumpy there?
BTW, Primanti Brothers sandwiches are not all that great. Don't waste your time.
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For those driving conditions other than the Lexus specified "Special Operating Conditions":
Coolant - Replace every 100,000 miles and every 50,000 miles thereafter.
Transfer Case Oil - Inspect for leaks and check level every 15,000 miles.
Rear Differential Oil - Inspect for leaks and check level every 15,000 miles.
The 2006 Lexus maintenance information was provided in an owner's manual supplement, which was placed in each vehicle (along with the owner's manual and other publications).
Coolant - Replace every 100,000 miles and every 50,000 miles thereafter.
Transfer Case Oil - Inspect for leaks and check level every 15,000 miles.
Rear Differential Oil - Inspect for leaks and check level every 15,000 miles.
The 2006 Lexus maintenance information was provided in an owner's manual supplement, which was placed in each vehicle (along with the owner's manual and other publications).
#26
my 2006 rx330, transfer case is in front of the rear differential, look for the fill plug and drain plug, should be pretty obvious. If you change your rear might as well go with the front one.
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2004 rx330 awd
As I understand it the transmission and front differential take the same fluid, 9 qts. and the transfer case and rear differential uses gear oil. I have seen contradictory posts on this subject and the manual does not address the issue.
I am not a diy so will have it done but like to know what the details are in any case.
I am not a diy so will have it done but like to know what the details are in any case.
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As I understand it the transmission and front differential take the same fluid, 9 qts. and the transfer case and rear differential uses gear oil. I have seen contradictory posts on this subject and the manual does not address the issue.
I am not a diy so will have it done but like to know what the details are in any case.
I am not a diy so will have it done but like to know what the details are in any case.
Welcome to Club Lexus, awfulart1. You have your terminology correct. See my post #6 on the following thread:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/rx-...ial-fluid.html