Larry W Posted June 12, 2010 Share Posted June 12, 2010 I have 115K on my 94 LS 400. I have pretty much serviced most of this car and am still wondering about the transmission service. Local tranny shop said to leave it alone if I'm not having a problem. Some of the more "senior" members on the LOC seem to agree. What does Lexus recommend? It shifts fine with no issues, but I don't want any trouble down the road as I plan on having this vehicle for sometime to come. Local flush at the dealer is $125 and I know they would use the correct fluid. Is there a replaceable filter on this trans? I was told its a metal filter and a flush is really all that is required. Any recommendations? I live in Fort Lauderdale and the heat index for the past few days has been 105-110 degrees. Am I worried about nothing as this trans seem to be "bullet proof"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRK Posted June 13, 2010 Share Posted June 13, 2010 Servicing the trans is easy, and always a good idea. Just drain the two and bit litres that are removed with the drain plug, and refill. Do that every now and then - I did it every third oil change on both cars for a couple of years - and that's it. No need to remove the pan or do a "power flush". The idea that the fluid shouldn't be changed is a myth whose origin I cannot explain. But it is promoted for some reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcfish Posted June 13, 2010 Share Posted June 13, 2010 Yeah, Just do the drain and fill process. I drain and fill once a year, Just because I can Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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