Why did the transmission fluid fail on my Lexus ES350?

Why did the transmission fluid fail on my Lexus ES350?

However the reason for the failure is the fact that the fluid had not been changed as soon as it should have been (something like 40 – 50,000 miles). When the transmission starts to feel wrong or show signs of a problem, then they have it changed.

How many miles on a Lexus ES 350?

You have selected 0 posts. My Lexus ES 350 has about 120000 miles on it. I took it in to a private mechanic to get the 120K service. He gave a quote and then recommended that I have him change/flush the transmission fluid. I thought the tranny was sealed. He said that it is “sealed” and the fluid is “lifetime” but lifetime to him means 100K.

What does the master warning light on a Lexus mean?

Master warning light. multi-information display. 2. Multi-information display. If any of the warning message turns on again after performing the following actions, contact your Lexus dealer. Stop the vehicle immediately. The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehicle that may lead to an accident.

However the reason for the failure is the fact that the fluid had not been changed as soon as it should have been (something like 40 – 50,000 miles). When the transmission starts to feel wrong or show signs of a problem, then they have it changed.

You have selected 0 posts. My Lexus ES 350 has about 120000 miles on it. I took it in to a private mechanic to get the 120K service. He gave a quote and then recommended that I have him change/flush the transmission fluid. I thought the tranny was sealed. He said that it is “sealed” and the fluid is “lifetime” but lifetime to him means 100K.

When to replace oil and oil filter on Lexus?

10,000 miles: Lexus suggests that at the 10K mark, it’s the right time to replace the engine oil and oil filter. A tire rotation is also on tap, and if necessary, a wheel alignment, all in an effort to minimize wear at all four corners on you new Lexus.

What to do after 40, 000 miles on a Lexus?

40,000 miles: Replace motor oil with fresh synthetic oil and a new oil filter. Rotate tires, replace in-cabin air filter, inspect windshield wiper blades, and visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors. At this point, we might add that it’s time to begin keeping an eye on tire wear.