How To Change Your Transmission Fluid And Filter On A 2002-2006 Lexus ES300

Brian Eslick from How to Automotive www.howtoautomotive.com takes you step-by-step through the process of changing the transmission fluid and filter on a 2002 Lexus ES300.
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[@sam92teg]

You take pride in your work sir, nice to see. I drained the fluid on my ES330 and started to remove the bolts on the pan until I couldn't reach those few stubborn ones. Thanks to you, now I know how to raise the tranny enough to access those pan bolts.

[@JamesAutoDude]

You can also get Valvoline MaxLife Multi-Vehicle ATF. It's a red container, don't get the blue. Been using it in Lexus and 2 of my Toyotas, been flawless for years

[@brittjones7127]

Very informative step by step video. Thanks

[@ASMRStrike1]

I never realized there were magnets in transmission pans haha, very cool. Good video man!

[@darwindropmazda]

Excellent tutorial!

[@ileonardR35mk5Supra]

thank you for this video I hope for your next video a 2011 + rx350 and 2014 is350

[@sdang6422]

Very informative video. Nice work bro. Thanks.

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Thank you for watching!

[@baddestburrito4718]

Thank you for posting this, and helping all of us to be better DIYers!

[@stevenw2866]

Very clear and helpful

[@juancabrera900]

Could you do the fuel filter for this veichle I have not found any video on it

[@davidhazlett5809]

Excellent video! Thank you

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Thank you and thank you for watching!

[@mckoylach1622]

Hello Brian, I have an 02 RX300. When I drive the car,it shift very hard,it feels like it kicked into gear, especially when come to a stop light and when starting to accelerate again, I feel the hard kick again.?can you describe exactly what it is ? Could be a clogged filter ? Thanks

[@ozzstars_cars]

Done like a boss!

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Ozzstar thank you!

[@ranasohail851]

Good working

[@on-site4094]

Great how to video and car has a dip stick bonus my Lexus doesn't have one

[@juliusmadridejos4018]

How much is the transmission job

[@youknowkbbaby]

Please show how to replace the break master cylinder and break booster in the is250.

[@zishanjanjua9037]

What is the size of pan bolts? I need to replace pan bolts. I need better information about this so I can get exact bolts.

[@bulldozer99]

Thanks lady

[@tienluong4729]

Hy brian, I drained my 03 es 300 out and it is about 4.5 quarts. Should I still put back 3.5 quarts like you mentioned or should I put back exactly how much it drained out (4.5 quarts) ? Thank you.

[@HowtoAutomotive]

I would put the 3 quarts in started up run it through the gears and then check the level. It’s a level is low had it’s a level is on the money you’re good to go. It’s possible he was overfilled.

[@tienluong4729]

@@HowtoAutomotive Thank you. I think it was overfilled indeed. I checked the manual and it stated 3.3 quarts.

[@andrewsalazar98]

Mine is a ES330. Would it still apply?

[@konshin5395]

Great!

[@robertoortiz447]

👌👌awesome

[@enriqueluna7820]

Would you Recommend Amsoil Transmission fluid or Toyota Brand

[@253SB3ST]

Toyota

[@zacksalvatore9443]

by the way i have the same vehicle and my mechanic said i should replace ALL the fluid (which would be 12L if im not mistaken). Is she out of his mind and should i just flush 3.5 L or should i take his advice. I have no problems with the transmission at all atm

[@Evan-xk3db]

Zack Salvatore I hear transmission flushed are bad for the tranny.. everyone I’ve ran into tell me if I do want to rid the old fluid out to do the drain and fill method. Drain old fill it, drive around for a bit and the drain again until it runs red.

[@AnalogWolf]

My mechanic also advised against fluid flushes. Drain and fill is the best way to go.

[@AnalogWolf]

Thanks for this video, informative and to the point. I have an 03 ES300 with 181k and still running strong. I will change the transmission fluid and filter again at 200k.

[@zaidalmymoni6902]

I have a Lexus 2014, model Es250. Unfortunately, I haven't changed the transmission oil, since I bought the car. The car is a single owner, and it currently has 180, 000 km.. The agency says that if they change the oil, they won't guarantee the transmission or the repairs. Some mechanics say that I can change the oil with no problems to the transmission, others say that it is a high risk. What can you recommend? Thanks!

[@ashuua2909]

Did you end up changing? What happened?

[@zaidalmymoni6902]

no I didn't change the oil@@ashuua2909

[@richardho2000]

Can you use Toyota ATF WS fluid for 2002 Lexus ES300?

[@baddestburrito4718]

If you car came with T-IV, I think it would be a VERY bad idea to switch to WS, since the two are NOT compatible.

[@hunter39191]

We just bought a car like this and the level is in the hot section even when it is cold. Is the bad?

[@Codemanfitness]

Probably thermostat

[@tootai]

Just kind of snug for the 18 bolts that hold the pan up? That sketches me out. I guess I’ll feel it when I’m putting it back up.

[@MrMilanina]

Is it the same for ES330?

[@HowtoAutomotive]

MrMilanina yes it's the same procedure.

[@MrMilanina]

Where do you live? :)

[@DGB2000]

Is that gasket silicone or rubber?

[@DomPom719]

Metal

[@michaelmaddocks6467]

pulled the rh cv axel and all my atf drained out. What going on?

[@condor5635]

Nothings going on. That’s expected in many cases. Typically one side will drain a lot and the other side might not drain any. I usually drain my ATF before doing my axles or have a bucket ready to grab it

[@andrewshutty3345]

Hi, where is your shop? I want you to do my 03 es300! Great job. Andy

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Hi Andy my shop is in Encinitas California if you’re in this area.

[@andrewshutty3345]

cool Im in San Diego, what is the name of shop? @@HowtoAutomotive

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Andrew Shutty cool the Shop is called Coastal Foreign Auto Service

[@andrewshutty3345]

I tried to send this on your web sit, it will not go through. Hey man, I sort of met you from a youtube video today. Andy here. I just bought an 03 Lexus es300, good condition, but I want to have some work done and a GOOD looking over by a professional like you. I am not sure what "needs" to be done and what to leave alone. Im and underground Foreman, excavators , dozers and dirt is what I know. I will be on the road tomorrow around 2pm. can you give me a call 858-864-6216 thanks. Andy

[@Luis2899]

Was this a transmission flush or drain?

[@HowtoAutomotive]

Drain.

[@Luis2899]

@@HowtoAutomotivethanks!

[@Sebastian_The_Great]

I watched this think me and my dad could do this but after the first 3 minutes I think it’s best o take it to a shop😂😂

[@mikeyriley8959]

If you changed the filter and cleaned the pan, how come you didn’t flush all of the fluid?

[@stevewilliams1009]

You aren't suppose to. That's a known fact

[@mikeyriley8959]

Steve Williams I just flush out about 10-12 quarts and don’t mess with the filter.

[@ugege2501]

Very informative vid, but you forgot to list O'ReillyBreak Part cleaner for some of your audience with little to no DIY experience.

[@rkgsd]

A part number for store-brand brake cleaner that only comes in one version? You're kidding, right?

[@Jame6999]

Where's the filter replacement

[@edcain3676]

All the U Tube Mechs.Are Saying ONLY Use The Toyota Brand Fluid From the Toy.& Lexus Dealers, But Seem to Be Distributers of the Fluid Themselves. Valvoline Produces the Type 4 SYNTHETIC Fluid & Toyota & LEXUS,TYPE 4 IS Shown to Be As A Listed Veh.Its Acceptable to Be Good For.

[@stevewilliams1009]

i was wondering the same thing. I was told Toyota only or u could develop odd shifting. Mine does that. Not sure whats in it right now so i'm changing it.

[@baddestburrito4718]

@@stevewilliams1009 I am not affiliated with ANY business. Period. I only use OEM fluid. I figure: a) for only a few dollars more, it's not worth the risk; b) the consequences of incompatible fluid is a can of worms that I don't want to deal with. I'm already saving a mountain of money by doing the work myself. I can splurge for the good stuff. Now, as for motor oil and brake fluid, there's no need to get the branded stuff, but transmissions are fickle beasts.

[@stevewilliams1009]

@@baddestburrito4718 baddest burrito I agree 100%. My car is shifting odd from first second under a little extra pressure on the gas usually. I feel a issue coming up so I'm doing the change and yes I will use Toyota OWN. Not sure what's in it. But I'm told to changes it but not flush it then add a bottle of Lucas in it and see what happens. Saturday is my day 1/4/20. I will let this group know what happens. There are others having the same issue on here. Mines an 05 330. Thanks for your input and advice

[@travis88cards]

@@stevewilliams1009 How did it go? My 06 330 is having same issues from 1st to 2nd basically

[@harrywong8258]

​@@baddestburrito4718

[@karenkelly1216]

The 4H has too much time left its up...

[@BeatsByThePound]

Those bolts you took off on the control arm do you have to do Botha sides? Or just one

[@narlycharley]

You people in Cali have no idea what its like to work on a car in the rust belt (Chicago here). Haha!

[@alexcintas8792]

Why would anyone admit being from Gaycago?

[@805NAVE]

narlycharley Chicago sucks lol. So glad I live in San Diego😂 that’s why my Lexus es330 has 220,000 miles and my 05 Land Cruiser has 275,000 miles. Not a bubble of rust to be found

[@baddestburrito4718]

And on the next generation of Lexuses, they got rid of the dipstick, and went to a specific temperature window, because Toyota is freaking evil.

[@abadperez1112]

You are insane. To remove those screws no need to do all of that. Ridicules!!

[@tr8086]

I have 02 Es with 230,000 miles NEVER Changed Trans Fluid!!

[@mikeyriley8959]

Cool, that’s why I like this generation ES330, it’s tough and dependable. I just got an 2005 with 60,000 miles on it. Was thinking of flushing the trans fluid but I guess there’s no rush.

[@HowtoAutomotive]

TR808 With that many miles and never being done I probably would leave it alone.

[@jayrich4737]

How to Automotive why should one "leave it alone,” with 200,000 plus miles?

[@805NAVE]

How to Automotive I have an 05 as well, 220,000 miles. I’m not sure if it’s been done on my car before , I bought it almost 2 years ago with 180k. Should I leave it alone? Ever since I got the car, it shifts kinda slowly /jerky from first to second. Rest of the shifts are smooth. It just feels like super reluctant to shift from first to second when I’m accelerating away from a stop or from low speeds. Also I am in Escondido , just had my car serviced at Toyota Escondido. Do you guys charge less than $50 for an oil change /tire rotation? If so, I’ll start bringing my car to you guys instead.

[@stevewilliams1009]

@@805NAVE and everyone..... change it but do not flush it. changing is not harmful along with a new filter and some Lucas Transmission Booster is all. Flushing is a NO NO!!