2020 Lexus GX460 oil change + Fumoto valve install

2020 Lexus GX460 oil change with fumoto valve install.
About 1hr oil change
Tools needed:
10mm socket
12mm socket
14mm socket
Breaker bar (optional) or bar extension
3/8 ratchet (impact optional)
64mm housing cap remover by Motiv tools
8.2 quarts of full synthetic oil (Mobil 1)
Oil filter (OEM) Lexus 04152-YZZA3
Note: As you see me in the video turning the car on, please do not turn car on to check oil level, that is my mistake.
Disclaimer:
“Sokhom Garage” Will take no responsibility for any damages, injuries, losses or liabilities associated with performance on your vehicles or others property, you do this at your own risk, my video is for guidance, and educational/informational purposes. As always be safe and wear ppe (personal protection equipment)
#Lexus #Toyota #GX460 #Oilchange #OEM #Mobil1 #DIY

[@jaycarl1562]

For any beginners watching this. Check oil with engine off.

[@SokhomGarage]

Yes, this is certainly true, and I know I didn’t state it in the video.

[@rpetrow220]

I was wondering why it appeared that he checked the oil with the engine running...

[@kasso187]

9:37 jeez man double gasket... I hope you eventually removed the one stuck to the pan...

[@pireina1]

Not new to DIY oil changes, but new to this truck. Cannot wait for that first oil change. Great video.

[@69airride3]

That was one big 1/8 turn.

[@mbrick]

Exactly, I know a 1/4 turn when I see one!

[@alanhumphrey4198]

Love the sound of a smooth running Lexus/Toyota engine!!

[@gipstetz6720]

Super nice Suv. Great vid. Makes sense to change the oil yourself. You know its done right. Hate giving mine to other people. Thanks for posting.

[@SokhomGarage]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@trigganometry168]

I have the same truck 2020. Got the same set up except I replace stock plastic with aluminum filter housing. Love the fumoto valve Also I was able to do it without jacking the truck up and I have the extra front lip (sport design package). It was tight but I managed. You should check dip stick with engine off after running it.

[@SokhomGarage]

Yes sir, I did, thanks

[@samzach2057]

This dude definitely hopes to work in the Walmart auto center some day. He will fit right it.

[@briand.5321]

Straight forward I like doing my own oil changes as well.

[@BigdogLarry]

Nice video. Looks easy peasy! I got a new 2023 GX460 little over a month ago and just hit 1k miles. Planning on doing the first oil change now and next one at 5k miles, and thereafter every 5k miles. A good mechanic friend of mine recommended not waiting until 10k miles.

[@bryanspelhaug2135]

BigdogLarry, just curious what oil are you planning on using? I just bought a 23 GX as well with only 3000k miles on it. Dealer already changed the oil but for next time I always do my own maintenance. I'm currently planning on Mobil1 but just curious what others are using.

[@BigdogLarry]

@@bryanspelhaug2135 Lexus dealer oil SAE 0w-20

[@hunterdooferr7236]

Did I just watch this whole video and then he checks the oil with motor running. Oh boy

[@MrAbYounes]

you should have not tightened it that hard (filter housing)

[@TheWinwin4all]

Transmission oil checked with engine running, oil with engine off.

[@SokhomGarage]

Thanks, I already know, but want to try something different.

[@mheriot]

Nice video, thanks for sharing. FYI it looks like you overtightened your new drain valve. You tightened 1/4 turn, should have gone about half that. How are you liking the valve? I assume you attach a piece of tubing to the end for draining, correct? Looks convenient.

[@SokhomGarage]

You can attach a tube, or you can slowly release it as it comes out and catch it under a pan, very convenient, and it was still kinda loose after that turn, but I did another 1/8 of a turn off camera.

[@stovar1182]

I don't think you were supposed to leave the old crush washer on the oil drain pan. The Fumoto comes with a crush washer.

[@SokhomGarage]

Old washer was not used, I can assure you that

[@Big_pl65]

Do you actually have the car on a jack stands? yet your tires are touching the floors???

[@SokhomGarage]

It is on jack stands, my floor jack could only lift it that high for jack stand to sit on, just enough for me to get the skid plate off.

[@Big_pl65]

@@SokhomGarage so I guess you do need to lift the car?

[@SokhomGarage]

Yes, unfortunately, you don’t have to remove the skid plate out completely, but if you can have it hanging, it should be fine, but car has to be high enough for it to hang, just to get to the filter.

[@nathandeparis9852]

Are you planning to go 20k between oil changes? or will you just stick to every 10k? Looking into this as a possible car for the wife.

[@SokhomGarage]

I plan on testing the 10k miles first, if it don’t work out, I’ll switch back to 5-6k miles.

[@nathandeparis9852]

@@SokhomGarage Gotcha, how will you check if it did good?

[@SokhomGarage]

Checking the dip stick, if it is still dark but translucent, and you can see though it, it still good for a little longer before needed change, and I notice this when I did the first 5k mile, so I’m going to go longer to see if it’s completely dark.

[@Prokastrynator]

Stick to 5k , DIY oil change with filter cost only $35 and once you install fumoto valve it takes 20 min. 10k miles is recommended if you do 80% highway miles. My wifes commute is under 5 miles , short drives, lots of idling waiting for kids. I change every 5k because of that.

[@luckyyou774]

How is that Fumoto valve holding? Any leaks? Also Fumoto valve model number

[@SokhomGarage]

No leaks, and you can purchase on their website, they have different styles

[@nabilhmadcha4708]

Do you drain the oil or change the filter first?

[@SokhomGarage]

You want to drain first, filter last, because if you did the filter first, oil would just pour from the filter housing.

[@tndeere]

Does Lexus void the warrenty if you change the oil yourself before 48,000 miles ?

[@SokhomGarage]

the warranty is maintained as long as you have the maintenance done, whether it be lexus or your favorite mechanic or fast lube. You can even do it yourself as long as you keep receipts for the oil and filters....This being in the United States.

[@tndeere]

@@SokhomGarage Thanks We have a 2022 GX on order,however we live about 70 miles one way from the dealer.I have always done my own maintenance and was not to crazy about killing half a day to get the oil changed when I can do it myself. Good job

[@mitchnn]

Good video. But, like every gx460 oil change on youtube, you skip the part how you remove the skid plate. You brute force and bend the hinge front clip like me didn't you? Before that you curse Lexus for 2 hours didn't you? That way you also skip the skid plate reinstallation didn't you? Those of you who looking to change oil for this model should know hell is waiting for you if you don't have a car lift. It is not a easy or fast as shown in this video. I fixed mine by grinding/shorten the front hinge clip so the next time I just have to slide it out and not needing it to 90 degree to the ground when having a car lift. Why you think Lexus can charge as much as $150 for an oil change? It extortion. DIY, good luck .

[@mitchnn]

@@stinkytofuz Lexus does not produce "genuine" toyota oil. They purchase it from one of the major motor oil producer and mark them as their own. And mark them up 3 times as much. Stick with the major synthetic brand from walmart and you get a good or better oil for $50 price. This is from personal experience as a former mechanic. I have 2 other cars with 230000(honda) and 320000 (Toyota)miles. The main engine block runs as smooth as the day I bought them new. I regularly replace with whatever synthetic oil are on sale.

[@binhdangvn]

​@mitchnn I just changed oil for my 2023 GX460 at 1000miles, not oil filter. Good thing is no metal shaves from engine oil. My next oil change will be 5000miles. I'll make as detail as you mentioned here so that everyone can DIY. Besides, Lexus offers two maintenance check: 5000miles and 10k miles. They won't change oil at 5k miles. So I have to do it.

[@13randres]

Are you able to show the jack points on the GX?

[@SokhomGarage]

Yes I can, but I can’t do any video until I get back from my business trip.

[@13randres]

@@SokhomGaragethank you so much! Will be looking forward to the video

[@jeffx6215]

Thanks for the video!How many miles do first oil change? I want do it

[@SokhomGarage]

I did mine right at 5k miles.

[@SokhomGarage]

Also if you do, check out my other video on resetting the maintenance light, it’s different from the 2019 and older.

[@jeffx6215]

Thank you so much,get it.

[@butkusrules08]

@@SokhomGarage did you notice any metal shavings in the old original oil?

[@SokhomGarage]

I didn’t see any , car only had 5k miles at the time, pretty much brand new.

[@phlynch3]

uggg. little tip on the Fumoto valve. make sure it is in closed position before filling oil. i assumed it came closed!! there was nothing on the instructions to tell you what closed was. bad assumption. drained about 5 quarts all over my driveway. while teaching my 13 year old son his first oil change!!

[@SokhomGarage]

Yes, I made sure it was closed, it came with a clip that only can be snapped on while it’s closed, I’m sorry that this happen to you, I should have been more clear about it.

[@phlynch3]

@@SokhomGarage yeah not your fault. and no instructions on the clip until after i googled it following the install. just total mind blank on my part. i should have tested it first. ironic that i was teaching my 13 year old son his first time to change oil on a car. i have been doing it since i was 15 years old. but ironically had the "Valdez of all oil change fills on my driveway during that lesson!! well at least he has seen the worse that can happen during an oil change!!!

[@Cocora22]

You check oil level with engine running? Just wondering if that is unique to this vehicle?

[@SokhomGarage]

Yes, I check with all my vehicles, it’s the correct way.

[@edlee7917]

@@SokhomGarage Actually, check engine oil level when engine is OFF. Otherwise you are overfilling your engine with oil and never getting an accurate reading anyway due to oil splashing from a running crank-shaft. kzbin.info/www/bejne/emq4d4qfobejhJo

[@rpetrow220]

@@SokhomGarage Unless something has changed in the last few years, you always check the oil level with the engine off. (after running the engine of course after a new oil change)

[@hawkencougar4898]

@@SokhomGarage Read the Owner's Manual supplied with the vehicle. Oil level should be checked after the enging has been turned off for five minutes (to allow oil in the upper end of the engine to drain down into the crankcase). You put the correct amount of oil in to begin with and then preceeded to overfill it after checking it with the engine running. You might be confused by the fact that transmission oil level is commonly checked with the oil hot and the engine idling. Also note that I have seen large generator and irrigation engines that had dipsticks with two sets of oil level marks. One for checking with the engine not running and another set for checking with the engine running.

[@EzMDr]

Why do you need fumoto valve?

[@SokhomGarage]

It makes drain the oil easier, less hassle, not messy and quicker than undoing the bolt.