Lexus IS F Transmission Service

[@lorenzomorrow62]

just wanted to say, Thanks! you are the only person on the interweb that showed that a short socket was needed for this job, that or a offset wrench.

[@cpfb68]

No worries! I’m glad the vid helped you! I’m planning on more to come to help out.

[@ooscgt]

Awesome video. I just did my GS350 which is practically the same. Wish I would of seen your video before doing mine. Like you I have done this on many old cars and it is always a messy job 😊…believe it or not my old Pontiac Sunfire with “sealed” transmission used a similar method with two noticeably easier steps. 1) it had a fill cap with a beefy o-ring. Cap was located at the top of the transmission so it was easy to use a funnel to refill. 2) it only called for “normal operating” temperature and drain excess fluid from check plug while idling in park…very similar.

[@cpfb68]

Thanks for watching and glad it helped!

[@estevatopanchovillacruz9969]

I don't think you talk too much buddy. I enjoyed the commentary. My 2008 Lexus IS-F is up to 212,000+ miles and I've been really vexed about the whole sealed transmission on these cars. I'm going to go ahead and change the fluid now. I really appreciate you taking the time to put this helpful video together. My IS-F and I thank you!

[@cpfb68]

Not a problem! I hope your able to do the service with no issues and you keep your F running great!!

[@roofcamper3473]

How did the fluid change go? Any effect after you did it at this mileage?

[@estevatopanchovillacruz9969]

@@roofcamper3473 after the fluid change it felt like new again. I was honestly surprised how good it felt. I should have done it sooner.

[@albertohernandez2229]

I have a 2008 Lexus GS460, and I believe that both mine and the IS-F share the same transmission, I was hesitant about doing a transmission service but now that I’ve watched your video I hope to be able to change my fluid soon.

[@cpfb68]

I’m glad the video was able to help! I always suggest to drop the $30 and get a full service manual so you have all the info to do it right. Check out the two sites in the comments section of the vid. I do not get anything from these two vendors. I paid for them myself

[@albertohernandez2229]

@@cpfb68 I finished replacing my transmission fluid about 300 miles ago, your video really helped out a lot, thanks !

[@cpfb68]

@@albertohernandez2229 Not a problem! Glad it helped you get through it!

[@anthonya8122]

Nothing better than thorough detailed diy guides, namely for the ISF. Subscribed..

[@cpfb68]

Thank you! I plan on adding a new video on how to change your plugs, clean your throttle body and MAF sensor and when I have to change my rear end fluid again I’ll post that too.

[@anthonya8122]

@@cpfb68 Lam Le had a few good videos for the ISF, but not enough comprehensive details on some videos for the DIY guys. I have a white 2010, so looking forward to when your vids are posted :) cheers

[@cpfb68]

@@anthonya8122 Lam Le is the reason I started working On my F and decided to make videos like him. I like what he did but I’m a professional engineer and a car guy for over 40 years so I don’t know how to do anything unless it’s detailed. More info is better than less in a DIY vid! Thanks and I’ll keep posting!

[@assassin40oz]

Finally accomplished this today. My neighbor had a lift in his shop, that sure makes it easier. Big shout out to you again Sir, thanks for making this vid.🤙

[@cpfb68]

I’m really glad it helped!! I hope to make more in the next few months to help keep our Fs running strong.

[@jaminmedia]

Yes! I need to do this! Can't believe my luck, uploaded 4 hours ago.. while it was on my mind!

[@cpfb68]

Timing is everything! Good luck doing your trans. It’s really not to bad.

[@UgurYlmz]

47:26 it was totally normal to see the dashboard as you saw. You were on the right track. Right after shifting back and forth about 6 or 8 times, put it back to P and then remove the pin from OBD. In a minute, temperature would get in the range and after about a minute or so dashboard would start to flash again to indicate transmission fluid is above the specified range.

[@cpfb68]

Yep, I had a bunch of people tell me the exact same thing. I wish the manual gave a little more detail on what the dashboard was going to look like!! Did the same service on my 15’ Sienna and jumped the pins and worked fine. I plan to do a simple service this month and will try to jump the pins again. Probably will post it as a minor service. Thanks!!

[@harakiri881]

I like the way you talk and your instruction is understandable for me to work on my 2010 ES350. Thank you.

[@cpfb68]

Thanks! I’m glad it was able to help you work on your ES!

[@dougrodriguez4977]

Epic, I'll pay the Lexus dealer for that service. My 2017 IS300 awd F sport is at 59,300 miles so I want to have the transmission oil flushed. The dealer is not dropping the pan and changing the filter, they just flush the oil. They quoted $200 to do it, I failed to ask if that was labor and materials. I'll DYI the brake fluid flush, spark plug change, cabin filter, air intake filter, maf clean, oil and oil filter myself. Also ordered RC-F control arm bushings, hopefully I'll have them soon, really want to replace the squishy bushing that destroy my front tires.

[@Greatestofalltime7219]

Nice one. Good to see all the possible downfalls and what you did to work through them. Thanks

[@cpfb68]

Thanks! Hope the vid helps. Just trying to keep our Fs on the road and healthy!

[@Beer_Dad1975]

Finally got around to doing this today after getting all the parts and fluid months ago - I managed to get the filler plug out with a 24mm ring end spanner without much difficulty as none of my 24mm sockets were small enough. Upon removing the drain plug, fresh smelling clean red oil emerged. Upon removing the drain pan it was very apparent that someone had done a full service very recently, but it hadn't been put in the log book. Oh well, at least now I know. Also found the same thing when I did the diff recently - prior owner was fussy about maintenance, not so fussy about records. What a horrifically messy job - I've done a few of these on other vehicles, mostly ZF transmissions, which are super easy as long as you have the pan with a drain plug. With this, I was not prepared for how much fluid remained in the pan - couple that with the old rubber gasket being quite firmly stuck to the transmission and I ended up with a enormous mess on the floor. Then there was getting my fluid pumps hose into the filler hole, which was extremely difficult in the cramped conditions under my ramp and jack stands - then endless pumping (I wanted to be sure given how much I'd ended up with on the floor so ended up putting about 5.5 litres in - not sure why the service manual says 3.7 litres as even after all that spillage I had 4 litres in my catch pan after draining, and after brining the transmission up to 40 degrees and opening the leveler valve I got less than 500mls out of it, so it's got something like 5 litres in it right now. Next time I think I'll either see if I can borrow someone's hoist, or just pay them to do it for me. Give me a ZF any day.

[@cpfb68]

Glad the video helped! Sorry you found out it was done already but now you know its good ot go!!

[@GREATTECH1]

Great job. I have a Scantron that I plug into the ALDL, so jumping pins 4 and 13 is not possible. You got it done. I like.

[@cpfb68]

JESSIE RAMSEY Measuring the temp following the service manual was a joke! I jumped the OBD II pins five times and checked each time with no luck getting the car into service mode. I had purchased the temp gun as a backup. I was so PO’ed the OBD jump didn’t work I forgot to film it! It all worked out in the end.

[@joelharris3073]

Super helpful. Thanks so much, looking to do my 2011 ISF in the next month or so once the weather cools down some here!

[@osanshouo1684]

To clean the surfaces, grab a shop rag and denatured alcohol, carb or brake cleaner will do (but spray to rag... not to surfaces!!!) *I never loosen bolts w a electric or pneumatic tool, if by any chance it goes out kinked because of the socket etc, in aluminum, will eat up the threads. *Always tighten crisscross pattern in small increments, never torque down one bolt at a time.

[@jooee28]

Awesome vid. I was thinking about having Lexus do it because of the fill process but it’s a lot easier than expected. Will be doing it my next oil change

[@cpfb68]

It’s really not too bad. Hardest part is the Down pipe bolts. Hit them with PB Blast and try to loosen them first. If they come off (or at least one) your good to go.

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

Fabulous video - my 2011 just had its service (36,000 miles) and they suggested a trans fluid swap( Lexus are servicing it as it is still under Extended Warantee - the last time I can do this). They want £500 ($708) to do this. I think I will do it myself after seeing how DIY-able it is.

[@cpfb68]

Thank you and I hope it helps! It’s really not too bad of you have the basic tools to do it. Hardest part was getting the pan down as the gasket is essentially melted to the trans body. They do sell separator tools to not damage the Pan or the body of the trans. I plan to pick one up for the next service. Good luck and I hope it’s smooth sailing for your service!!

[@MM62699]

Thanks for posting this. Plan on doing this soon. Read the instructions before but your video make it seem less daunting.

[@cpfb68]

Not to be Rah-Rah, but you can do it! It was really easy and just like doing a trans service on my old turbo 400 on my 69’ 442! Cake!

[@vrsix95]

Awesome video I knew that lifetime fluid thing was a myth, I’ve been wanting to do this but everyone was freaking me out 🤦🏻‍♂️ I’ve done plenty of filter and fluid changes before this didn’t seem hard at all! And I’m glad u used the temp gun cause that whole jumper wire thing was crazy anyway thanks bud for the video

[@Beer_Dad1975]

I just came to check that I'd received the correct part before getting the car up on the stands as the pan gasket looked to have suspiciously few bolt holes - but seems they did send me the right part - anyway ended up watching the whole video which was excellent thank you! Nice to see someone doing everything right and taking the time to teach other people to do everything right! One other thing I've discovered with Aisen-Warner A series transmissions is Nulon, an Australian lubricant company do a OEM spec full synthetic ATF fluid that is much cheaper than the Toyota ATF. I've run it in a number of Lexus and Toyota vehicles over the years and it's been brilliant. I've also run it in ZF6 transmissions as it meets their specs too - again it's been great in the Germans too. No idea if you can get it in the USA though.

[@dibshadibs]

"theres no room in here" "im going to get burnt by the exhaust" "Hope these rusty bolts come off" the life of being an automotive technician.

[@cpfb68]

I welcome it! Have been working on and restoring cars since I was 14. Just not as experienced on newer cars as the ones I have owned, 65 Nova, 65 Mustang, 69 442, and a bunch of Camrys

[@TheMopar97]

This video was great and got me through my 2008 gs460 (8speed) trans flush. Took exactly 5 quarts.

[@cpfb68]

Glad to hear it helped!! Also good to know it’s the same 8- speed trans on a GS!

[@markmoosai]

I have done the fluid change on my GSF and Sienna. When doing the OBD procedure and going back and forth between D and N. D will eventually show solid, not P like stated in the manual. I posted a short video on my GSF showing the D light coming on when the shift lever is in neutral. The Toyota tech carecarenut KZbin channel also has a great video showing the steps and light D light turning solid.

[@cpfb68]

Thanks for that! Yes! I have been watching The Car Care Nut and recently used his vid on trans fluid change to follow the procedure for using the OBD II jumper wire method. For some reason, I still couldn’t get it to lock into D and get into trans temp mode. I used my temp gun again and all was perfect. Thanks for sharing!

[@markmoosai]

@@cpfb68 it's takes a very long time on the GSF vs my Sienna. For the GSF my cooling fans came on before the transmission was up to temp. It took like 10minutes vs my Sienna a few minutes. I actually stopped a few times with the GSF because it was taking so long. Take a look at my temp gage showing how warm my engine was. kzbin.info3K49grI1pZQ?feature=share

[@3grimlock]

Those dipstick thing that you mention if it can open like a drain look like an oil level “max capacity” when re-filling the fluid.

[@cpfb68]

Hi! Not sure I understand what your assking. There is no dipstick in this transmission. The only way to properly fill and check the level is to have a cool vehicle, open the drain plug with the level tube in place and warm the trans to the proper temp and open the plug. If nothing comes out you need to add more after colling down. If some drains out, wait until a trickle and close it up. Should be the correct amount.

[@bobbyjolee4362]

For those who want a Complete (Trans, Torque Converter, and Radiator-Cooler) fluid exchange vs an approx 40% pan exchange, the following 2007 RAV4 approach SHOULD be applicable to Most makes and models: 1.) Remove the plastic shield under the front of the vehicle. Note, new assorted plastic push-clips are recommended. 2.) The radiator cooler transmission fluid out-fall is on the drivers side approx 3/4" OD, 3/8" ID rubber hose with spring clasp clamp -- EASY to see and access! 3.) Disconnect the hose and attach an extension line to a translucent 1gal jug in an catch pan (for overflow/spills). 4.) The steel return line may drip into a second catch pan. 5.) Snuggly attach a clear extension line to the dip-stick tube with a funnel. (I inserted a clear plastic kitchen "baster" keeping the refill level from overflowing at top of the "baster"/funnel). 6.) Start the engine and put in gear (automatic) until approx 1/2 gal OLD is collected and turn off engine. 7.) Fill approx 1/2 gal NEW. 8.) Repeat for approx 2 1/2 gals until bright pink is dispensing. 9.) Reattach radiator/trans Return line. 10.) Adjust fluid level to the low side of the "Cold" mark on dip-stick (so you can top-off to the Hot mark). 11.) Drive vehicle until transmission is up to approx 115 deg. F and adjust fluid level to "Hot" mark. 12.) Reattach the plastic shield using new plastic push-pins. 13.) This should replace the Trans, Torque Converter, and Radiator Cooler with ALL New Fluid. NOTE: For Sealed transmissions attach an extension line with funnel to the steel Return line (instead of the non-existent "dip-stick tube"). Happy motoring!

[@Persocondes]

all the flashing lights is normal when you jump those pins, code 43 and 45 will show as well, just start car as normal and shift into D, then go back and forth to N and D fast until the gear display disappears from the instrument display, then put gear back to P, gear display should still be blank. then standby and wait til gear display show a solid D, then the fluid is in temp range for fluid level check, do it before the gear display starts flashing, when it flashes it means temp is now higher than range for level check.

[@cpfb68]

Thanks fir that info! I was wondering what I did wrong to make the entire dash flash like crazy when I jumped it. The manual never said anything like flashing. I plan to do a minor service soon so I’ll try it again following your description above and video it and post it for all. Thanks!

[@vollste]

Dude, skip the pumping of fluid and use gravity. Took me about 2 mins to pour 4 qts in my IS350 without fighting against gravity with the pump. Bought 5/8” OD clear hose from HD and used a funnel I already had.

[@cpfb68]

The fill plug in a 350 trans is completely different than in the F. You can’t get a gravity fill where the plug is.

[@Codriver72]

Thank you for this vid! Very detailed and useful.

[@cpfb68]

Not a problem. Hope it helps! We have to keep our F’s in their best shape!

[@xdejablu3x]

Great video! I'm glade you made this. Question, was it necessary to swap out the filter as well? I just assume that since most cars now these days don't require to be replaced that it would of been okay to just to do a drain and fill?

[@cpfb68]

All Automatic transmissions need a fluid change regardless of what the manufacturer's call "LifeTime Fluid" . You could do a drain and refill but to get the most amount of fluid out of the transmission, short of the flush, you would need to pull the pan off and then take off the filter. You can see in the video that when I pull the filter off about another 1/2 to 3/4 of a quart drops out. I feel if I'm going to pull the pan down and take off the filter to get the fluid out, I might as well change it. By pulling only the pan drain plug you get only a little over three quarts out. By dropping the pan and filter you get about five and a half quarts out. Its up to you if you want to spend a little extra money to change the filter. THe pan gasket and filter is a little over $30. The pan gasket can be purchased alone from Lexus, online, etc for between $20 to $25. For $10-$15 more its that much more protection for a very expensive replacement!

[@ktrep1203]

Very well done! Thanks for making this vid.

[@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!

[@cpfb68]

Zaid Almymoni from my years working on cars, if you have a high mileage auto trans with zero fluid changes in its life, to do a complete flush puts you in a possible situation that it will start missing shifts. As the trans clutch packs wear, they put microscopic metal shavings into the fluid. The clutches use this metal as an abrasive to continue to shift properly. If you flush all the fluid, you loose the tran’s capacity to lock up and the issues start. Some just let it go and hope for the best. You might try a minor service where you open the drain plug, drop 2-3 quarts and replace with fresh. That mixes new fluid with the old. Do this minor service once every 5k miles when you do an oil service. If you feel the trans slipping, stop. If not, do it 3-4 times and you should have almost all the fluid changed. Once I hit 100k miles, I start to do a minor service with every 5k oil change anyway to keep the trans fluid fresh. Good luck!

[@BAYRAKTAR_MAN]

Great video, this is very valuable information no for the average DIY’er like me. This should pretty much be identical on a 2015 IS350 correct? Believe it’s the same 8sp.

[@cpfb68]

I’m not sure if the V6 8 speed trans is the same as the V8 8 speed. You can go into my comments and I have provided a link to the online service manual. I recommend you get any type of good manual and follow it. That’s basically what I did. Good luck!

[@TheTriGz]

Thats what you call a master at work! Great vid! Can you also do an alternator replacement vid too?! lol

[@metalikobject]

Great vid. Whats your verdict on performance/function post fluid/filter change? Noticeable difference compared to the old fluid? Thanks!

[@cpfb68]

Shifts were quicker and smoother. Overall a slight change especially when driving hard. I plan to do a series of three or four pan drain & refills when it gets a little warmer to freshen up the fluid. I may shoot a quick vid for the pan drain and refill as well.

[@grzegorzzygan4095]

@@cpfb68 Great tutorial if you could make available or send to email of the service manual. I will do oil change in my gs 460 and definitely useful.

[@cpfb68]

@@grzegorzzygan4095 sorry, the manual is copyrighted material and I can’t post it. You can go into the links provided and purchase the entire manual for your car. I highly recommend it!

[@edcain9492]

Lexus Dealer Refused to Change Mine @ 61,500,Said Also,Fluid is Not to be cghd.till 100,000.So Will be taking My 17 RC350 To An Independent ASE Cert.Mechanic,Soon,Even though I don't Use Sport & Sport+ a Lot.& I have a Extend.Warr.on Trans.& Eng.& All Major components.Lexus Auto.Trans.Fluid or the Brand thats Suppose to be Superior that's Sold only by the Reps.that buy it directly & sell over the internet,Brand' s not coming to memory.Have Heard the Avg.cost of Indept.Mechanuc is Around $400-450?

[@colby3333]

Wish I had seen this video sooner. We just did a blood mountain run. 7 ISFs and 2 GSFs. If I can get in contact with you I'll invite you to the next run which will probably be tallulah falls

[@cpfb68]

Colby C. I had seen one of the Facebook F groups just run the Tail of the Dragon about a week or two ago. Need to break away from work and go do this!

[@colby3333]

@@cpfb68 we're doing tallulah falls this Saturday. Next meet/cruise we're headed to peak of richard Russel parkway. Might do a tail of the dragon cruise next month as well. What's your IG?

[@Buccafurno]

Hey what are the groups to find info on runs? I live in GA and have a isf but always seem to miss the runs.

[@colby3333]

@@Buccafurno what's your IG? We're doing a bbq up in the mountains this Saturday. Lexus only. All models welcomed.

[@Buccafurno]

Colby C. Just saw the reply, it’s docdrifts

[@odin5188]

Very detailed video, I have a Lexus GS460 with the same 8 speed auto as the ISF i believe. So is this guide good for me? Mine is a rare and short production car so finding information on it is hard and annoying

[@cpfb68]

odin5 I don’t know if they are the same trans but if you are sure, then yes! It’s the same process. I really suggest to get a good service manual and read it to be sure the process is the same. The emanuals online are detailed and cheap, like $20-$30. Best investment for your car! www.emanualonline.com. Defiantly check if the filter kit is the same one. Amazon or Rockauto. I’m sure if they are the same part number for yours as the F it’s all the same. Good luck!

[@odin5188]

@@cpfb68 Thanks for the info. Doing some more research, i believe the LS460 GS460 and ISF share the same gearbox but the ISF has a more aggressive map. Sector 7 can tune my gearbox to ISF spec apparently

[@손영식-r7c]

Thanks for this video Can you tell me the torque value of the torque wrench for each bolt? Please

[@cpfb68]

I did show and call out all the specs in the vid. I do recommend that you buy the manual online as I describe at the beginning of the video. It’s best to have a print or electronic copy of the service manual specific for this issue. Good luck!

[@imyeg6]

Excellent video, other thank preventive maintenance did you feel the transmission shifter smoother etc after the service?

[@cpfb68]

Thank you! It was definitely smoother shifts after the service. Also, changing the fluid will extend the life!

[@Anthony.W.]

Hello and thank you very much for this video! My problem is I can't find OEM washers. Can I put there some universal washer?

[@cpfb68]

Do you mean the Trans Pan plug washers?

[@Anthony.W.]

@@cpfb68 Exactly my friend. Even my Toyota dealer does not have it..

[@cpfb68]

EBay the part number from my video transcript. There are tons on eBay both Toyota or aftermarket

[@efvg41]

Hi, any issues 3 years after ? Thanks for this great video

[@cpfb68]

Nope! Rides like the day I did the service. I still do minor services 1/year for a 2-3 qt fluid drop and replace. Shifts are crisp when pushing it hard and normal driving it’s like butter

[@efvg41]

@@cpfb68 thank you! I’ll definitely do it now, mine has now 75K miles and has never got a ATF change, recently one of the ATF cooler lines busted so will do an ATF change together

[@cpfb68]

Totally worth the cost and effort. Do a full service (pan drop, filter change, fluid). You get more fluid out and a fresh filter every 60k will get you 300+K miles on the trans easy. I do extra minor services every other oil change or once per year as extra coverage.

[@XBrandonLeeX765]

Thank you very much for the informative video. I have a 2012 w/86k miles. In your opinion, do you think it’s to late to change the filter? I’m definitely going to drain & fill the fluid. Also, after removing & replacing filter for the first time. When do you replace it again?

[@cpfb68]

I did my first full service (pull pan and screen, 6+ qts) at the 60K major service (plugs, rear diff fluid, brake fluid, major trans service, coolant if you want). I then followed up with three minor services (pull drain plugs and refill, about 3qts) at 1K miles after the major. This helps to keep a lot of the particles that are suspended in the fluid and helping the clutch packs to engage to stay in the system but still lets you get fresh fluid for longevity. I’m about to hit 90k so it’s time for another major service. Good luck!

[@XBrandonLeeX765]

@@cpfb68 Well…I think I need to get to work. I did my spark plugs, diff, air filter, cabin filter, mass air flow sensor, throttle body, I just need to do transmission. You should make a video on coolant! I don’t know how to do it! Im aware of the drain ports…the proper way to service would be a great watch!

[@cpfb68]

@@XBrandonLeeX765 I had been planning a coolant flush and replacement. I managed to get the dreaded Valley Plate Leak and thought hard about doing it myself....and thought again as I had an extended warranty and had my dealer do it. They swapped the coolant about 15K ago. I may do a full flush at the 120K service whihc is the next major service. Thanks for the input! I might just do it for the video to help out!

[@XBrandonLeeX765]

@@cpfb68 please make that video…it’s the bleed process that concerns me. And please do a valley leak plate video in the future. You’re a tremendous help! I actually need to replaced my fan assembly & been thinking to tackle the radiator while I’m in there. Servicing the coolant will be a must! I’d certainly appreciate that video. Thanks to you! I’m going to tackle the transmission asap

[@cshillingford]

Thanks much for this I'm gonna do this soon with my IS-F. I would like to see the MAF cleaning video in the future.

[@cpfb68]

Thanks! And sure, I recently did a MAF and throttle body cleaning for the spring cleanup. I didn’t film it but can do it again to show how easy it is. I also plan to do a minor trans service (open drain plug and refill) to show how to do it and make it part of your regular service.

[@Buccafurno]

Subscribed for awesome ISF content.!

[@cpfb68]

More to come. Have a spark plug replacement, a minor trans service shot and need to upload and going to shoot a MAF/Throttle Body cleaning soon

[@Buccafurno]

cpfb68 The videos are greatly appreciated.! I love my ‘08 matador but it needs a LSD diff to replace the OEM unit.

[@on-site4094]

Toyota tech stream give you transmission temps. No such thing as lifetime fluid u did the proper job changing the filter too👍 Isf a great car. Enjoy your toy thanks for sharing

[@cpfb68]

Thanks! I hope it was useful. I do want to get Techstream but not sure where to pick up and what type of laptop and cable do I need to get.

[@on-site4094]

@@cpfb68 I'm using old laptop win 7 bought cable on amazon

[@cpfb68]

Where did you pick up Techstream?

[@on-site4094]

@@cpfb68 amazon /also available ebay some sellers supply software and support

[@jefflebo5836]

Awesome video. Thanks for sharing!! Subscribed.

[@cpfb68]

Thanks! I hope it helps!

[@jefflebo5836]

It helped a lot. I just completed this on my car today. I didn’t replace the gasket; it was still in great shape. My car has 76k on it. I did one additional drain after doing the filter replacement. After I did that I did the level set using a thermal gun. On thing I didn’t expect was the additional fluid that comes out when pulling the filter off. But it was a minor ; I had a shop rag handy. I used the garden sprayer hack to pump the fluid back in. The tools and everything you documented here gave me the confidence to do this job!! Thanks!

[@cpfb68]

@@jefflebo5836 AWESOME! I'm glad you did it! We have to take care of our F's and keep them alive for years to come! YES! There is about 3/4 of a qt in the filter! I found out the hard way too!

[@LittleYellowRice]

Good job👍👍 what size is the drainer nut is Allen key?

[@cpfb68]

PandaBoy147 I think you are asking about the trans pan drain plug size of the Allen key, correct? If so, I believe it’s a 6MM but check the fit before torquing it open.

[@topbantz6323]

10:40 nearly gave me a heart attack! LOL. Thank you for the detailed guide

[@cpfb68]

Yeah, I see so many people online draining trans, crank cases and diffs before they check the fill plug! Once in a while you see the torch come out to open it! Thanks for watching!

[@ruthnoya8424]

@@cpfb68 Actually you can fill is/gs transmissions through the overflow with a hand pump/oil bottle pump.

[@abdullahfahd12]

I've followed every step in this video and then some noise start emerging from the torque converter. Any idea why is this happening and how to fix it?

[@cpfb68]

Not knowing how many miles you have on your trans, how many times the fluid has been changed before, my first guess would be you may not have enough fluid in the trans. When you watched my vid, you saw I had to add more fluid a second time as when I popped the plug the first time nothing came out, after dropping in 3/4 of a qt. about a 1/2 qt. Came out. Iv’e since done a second and third minor service (just popped the plug and put in 2 qts) and have always double checked the fluid level to be sure there is enough in there. If you have a high mileage trans (150-200k miles) with no pervious fluid services, and you are 100% sure the fluid is at the right level, you may have slipping in the clutch packs. If you are sure the noise is in the converter, I’m not sure other than it’s slipping.

[@abdullahfahd12]

@@cpfb68 31000 miles and it is the first time to change the fluid

[@cpfb68]

What year IS F do you have with 31K miles?

[@abdullahfahd12]

@@cpfb68 it is LS 460L 2013

[@cpfb68]

I have no idea if the trans in that model is the same as an IS F. This service is specific to an IS F and I do not know how it relates to any other trans in another model. Sorry.

[@xwarriorx123]

Question for Lexus IS 200T 2016: My mechanic pumped the new transmission fluid back up through the drain hole instead of the fill hole on the side. He didn't need to remove the pan. Does that work?

[@cpfb68]

I guess so?!?!? As long as he took out old and put back new at the correct amount…sure!

[@xwarriorx123]

@@cpfb68 I hope it's the correct amount... I didn't see the mechanic do the leveling thing where you have the car at a warm temperature and then drain a second time like I see in most of these video tutorials.

[@cpfb68]

@@xwarriorx123 logically if he replaced exactly the same amount he took out it would be ok as long as it was the correct amount to start with. Many in my F group that have done the trans service have stated they end up putting back a little to a lot more than what came out. I believe I added about a 1/2 qt. More than what I took out. I know nobody serviced it before this service. If he didn’t measure what he took out and just pumped some in until it trickled out without warming the engine to the proper temp range, you may have too much in the system. As it heats up the fluid expands and will drain out to the proper level. If you feel it’s not shifting right then take it to a dealer or a certified Lexus Tech and have them check the fluid level bringing it up to temp using the Techstream software.

[@shaquandavis1884]

Great video about to service mine, about how many quarts did it take ?

[@cpfb68]

A little over three for the full service. When I did the minor service about a month later (just pull the pan plug) it was just under two. Good luck!

[@shaquandavis1884]

@@cpfb68 I really appreciate your response ! Thank you

[@imyeg6]

great video I think my local car shop mechanic didn't follow the procedure now i'm getting gear flares. He said he did, my vsc light is on and getting the torque convertor slip - too much oil?

[@cpfb68]

It may be a few things. Did he drop the pan and screen like in my video and just replace some of the fluid or did he perform a full flush of the system and replace everything? How many miles does your F have?

[@imyeg6]

@@cpfb68 replaced the filter, new gasket etc.

[@imyeg6]

sorry forgot to add its got just over 100k

[@cpfb68]

Ok. Do you know if the trans service has ever been done before? Any records of the work at all?

[@imyeg6]

@@cpfb68 I cant see this being done before, the filter inside the gearbox looked original too.

[@كوارثالسيول]

What are the harms that occur if we do not take out the excess oil?

[@cpfb68]

Depending how long it’s been since you changed your transmission fluid, it doesn’t hurt at all to do a partial fluid change, especially if you are well over 100K miles and have never done a fluid change. It better to do a partial fluid change than none at all.

[@Blackntanxguy]

Link to your heat laser gun. Great video👍

[@cpfb68]

Thanks for the reply.. here is the link to the Temp gun. Will add to the notes. Thanks! Limited-time deal: Etekcity Infrared Thermometer 800 (Not for Human) Non-Contact Digital Temperature Gun, 16:1 DTS Ratio, -58℉ to 1382℉ (-50℃ to 750℃), Yellow and Black smile.amazon.com/dp/B00DMI62HM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_dl_FV99FNCV7XQZXN1F3NKE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

[@Blackntanxguy]

@@cpfb68 Thank you! Do you still have your ISF?

[@cpfb68]

@@Blackntanxguy Yep! Never gonna sell it! Love this car. I had planned to make a bunch of other maintenance vids like spark plug change but wasn’t sure anyone wanted to see it.

[@Blackntanxguy]

@@cpfb68 that’s great your keeping the F. I have the GSF, 2nd gen IS350, and IS500. Are you in Facebook F Community?

[@cpfb68]

@@Blackntanxguy yep. I’m in two. Community F and Lexus IS F Owners

[@tube_steak]

Is this the same transmission as the 2014 is350 f sport? Can't find any videos on the aisin 8 speed full trans service. Great vid

[@cpfb68]

Kevin Benitez not sure if the F and IS 350 have the same trans. If you purchase the maintenance manual online like in the vid, it will show you how to service the trans. It may be similar or exactly the same.

[@tube_steak]

cpfb68 thanks for the reply. Turns out it's the same transmission as the IS-F. Fluid and filter changed with amsoil. Been running good for a couple thousand miles.

[@VGAUTOMOTIVE]

I noticed your pan did not have a plastic straw in the check plug mine didnt either?

[@cpfb68]

There are two plugs in the trans pan. One is a drain plug and the other is a check plug. The check plug is closer to the side of the pan. You can take the drain out and then the check plug and then use a hex key (I believe it’s a #10 key) to GENTLY remove the straw to drain more fluid.

[@كوارثالسيول]

How long does it take for us to open the overflow screw because I don't have the temperature ready? Is this method suitable for👇 Toyota Noah - ZRR75G

[@cpfb68]

I’m not sure I understand your question. it’s not a time but a temperature. It took about 5 minutes for my trans to get to the right temp. As for your second question, I do not know what a Toyota Noah is nor if it’s the same transmission. Sorry

[@JacobyAldrich]

I have 175k worried if changing it might cause slippage, what should I do?????

[@cpfb68]

Do you know the service history? Has it been changed regularly every 30-60K miles?

[@JacobyAldrich]

@@cpfb68 I know the last owner didn't change it and he owned it since 154k

[@cpfb68]

Ok. So safe to assume it’s never been changed. There are two schools of thought. 1) don’t touch it at all and start saving $$$ for a new trans in the future. 2) do a minor service and do a few of them every 1K miles for 3-6 times. Trans holds about 12 qts and a bit more with the converter. You won’t get everything out unless you do a true flush. If you warm up the trans and pull the drain plug, you will get 2-3 qts out leaving most of the old fluid which has a lot of the metal material that is probably helping the clutch packs still engage. If you haven’t started to feel any slipping or shift issues you can do either option. If you have already felt some issues, I recommend option 1.

[@JacobyAldrich]

@@cpfb68 shifts amazing I just like doing preventative maintenance. But I'll probably just do a little every so often like you mentioned just so I know there's some good stuff in there and just leave it like that. And if it blows trans are $700. So not the end of the world!thank you!

[@ManuelCamarena0725]

What’s up bro. Would you recommend adding Lucas Transmission Oil Additive to my 2006 Lexus Is250 Automatic Transmission. It doesn’t shift hard or any super bad problems. I’ve just noticed it sometimes take a while to shift. Like laggy. Or should a simple oil n filter change should be sufficient?

[@cpfb68]

I wouldn’t use Lucas on these newer type of trans as they are extremely different from the trans of the old 70s, 80s and 90s. Depending on your mileage and how often you have changed your fluid, a simple pan drop, screen change and refill will make a huge difference. If you have been good and changed the fluid every 40-60K, this will work well. You can wait about 1K and then pull the drain plug and straw and drop another 2 qts and add back. If you do this two or three times after the screen change, it should feel like a new trans. If not, then you may have a bigger issue.

[@ManuelCamarena0725]

@@cpfb68 thanks bro, I’ll definitely do that! Sounds like a great idea.

[@wmc7724]

what was the torque specs for the bolts inside the transmission... I have an 07 gs350 rwd

[@cpfb68]

Andrew Mc I don’t know that my 11’ IS F torque specs are the same as your 07’ GS. I suggest you buy the service manual for your specific car. You can get a manual on either ChiltonDIY.com or emanulaonline.com. They are like $25 and totally worth it.

[@dineshe3719]

Any issues using the beck arnley filter vs. Lexus oem per?

[@cpfb68]

None whatsoever. The car acts just like it did just with crisper shifts both up and down in either auto or manual. I didn’t see any differences at all between the original parts and the replacement parts. The thickness, material makeup and quality of every was spot on to the OEM. It is possible that they were made by the same manufacturer and just sold by BA.

[@BulletsGarage]

Amazing video.

[@cpfb68]

Thanks for the comment! I plan to post more content soon.

[@CheaperEngineer]

Thanks so much for posting this how-to. Did you notice an improvement in shift speed or smoothness?

[@cpfb68]

CheaperEngineer Yes! Just after I completed the work, I did a short drive around the neighborhood. Much smoother shifts with normal driving. I later took a highway drive and pushed it. Better downshifts and more sharp shifts under hard throttle. I plan to pull the pan plug and drain just over 3 qts. every other oil change.

[@CheaperEngineer]

@@cpfb68 Okay, seems like this will be worthwhile for my 2011 w/ 115k miles then. Thanks again.

[@cpfb68]

Be careful, an auto trans with higher mileage may not benefit from a full fluid change. If the trans has any damage, the fluid will have more particles that keeps the clutches from slipping. If you drop a significant amount of fluid at one time, the trans may start slipping. To be safe, just pull the drain pan plug and pull 3+ qts of fluid out and replace. Drive it for 1K miles and see how it shifts. If there is no slipping, pull another 3+ qts out and go another 1K miles. If you do this three times, you will get close to 80% of the fluid freshened. If it does start to slip, it may be that your trans was already starting to breakdown and the fluid was holding it all together.

[@CheaperEngineer]

@@cpfb68 Thanks for the thoughtful suggestion. I took it to a dealer for filter replacement and fluid flush. Shifts much smoother and crisper now. Happy with the result.

[@andrewpaul4680]

I have an IS250 that has 116k miles and the 'for life' fluid has not been changed only inspected. Should I go ahead and get this changed as I want to keep the car going until 200k +?

[@cpfb68]

So, over my years of many cars, when an auto trans isn’t serviced regularly, I have always done a basic service on it multiple times over time. A basic service is where you just pull the drain Pan plug, drop 2-4 quarts (whatever comes out) and replace it. I wouldn’t do a full service with filter and more than 6qts (DO NOT DO A FULL FLUSH!) if you drop some of the fluid and replace with new, drive for 1K miles and do another one. Drive another 1K miles and do a third. You should get about 80% of the old fluid out with new. The reasoning is, if the trans has any major wear, the particles in the fluid is what the clutch packs are using to lock up. If you flush the entire system, you can start to have issues with slipping. By leaving some of the old fluid in with the metal material in suspension, it will continue to shift.

[@andrewpaul4680]

@@cpfb68 Thank you for taking the time to reply cpf - Really appreciate your advice here. I am from the UK so Lexus is not a common car on the roads but I love it. I will do as you say and ask my local mechanic to drop the pan for now and replace what comes out and then repeat. I am not confident to do it myself for the first attempt but I might try on the 2nd and third attempts. Thanks again and nice motor love the ISF!

[@cpfb68]

@@andrewpaul4680 Andrew, IF you are going to have him drop the pan, go ahead and change the filter too. That is a full service (like in my video) but without a flush. A simple service is just pulling the plug in the pan and leave the pan in place. It will get you between 2 and 4 qts out. If you pull the pan and filter, you will get close to 6 qts. Your trans probably holds 9-12 qts depending on which one you have. It has a converter that holds quite a bit so if you pull 6 qts out its half and might cause issues.

[@Buckingham212]

Everything still running ok after this change ? Thanks for this.

[@cpfb68]

A Aguas it’s been months since I’ve done this work and about 2k after this service I did a minor service where i pulled the drain plug and replaced the fluid. Everything is great! Shifts like new and zero issues. I plan to do another minor service soon just to keep fresh fluid running in the trans.

[@krzysztofwasiak2018]

How much ATF fluid did come out after you topped it up with another quart? Great video by the way :)

[@cpfb68]

It was probably about 1/2 to 2/3 qt so I was probably right on the money with the first add and just went over with the extra qt. I would rather be safe and waste a little than be short on the fluid.

[@krzysztofwasiak2018]

@@cpfb68 Thanks. I appreciate it. I'm going to change ATF on my GS300 now.

[@evansmith8621]

3gs here so controversial if you should change or not? I’m at 100k now and has some rough shifting points at 1 and 2 not all the time tho drives much better in Ect PWR

[@cpfb68]

Don’t do the full service (filter and pan drop). Just pull the drain plug, drop 2-3 qts and replace. Drive for about 1K miles and do again. Keeping most of the old fluid keeps any particles that are suspended in the fluid and is what is keeping the clutch packs functioning. It’s possible if you do a flush, you take away the particles and start to have shifting issues. As is get up in miles (sadly..soon) I will do a simple service to the trans (pop the drain plug and and fresh) every oil change. It’s just another way to keep the trans fresh and lasting longer!

[@EmersonFlores-s9u]

My isF has bubbles in the coolant tank but there’s no overheat u think it’s the valley plate?

[@cpfb68]

If you have a constant low rad fluid that you refill every 2-3 days, you can crawl under the car and look around the trans bell housing for the signature pink dribbles of coolant. Thats a VPL sign. If your coolant level isn’t changing and you have Bubbles in the coolant tank makes me think it’s something other than a VPL. It’s very rare but a head gasket leak? Exhaust backing up into the coolant creating bubbles. If not that, I’m not sure. Possibly something wrong with the water pump inducing air into the coolant. You need to get it checked by a good mechanic that knows the IS F. Good luck!

[@EmersonFlores-s9u]

When I put coolant in the car & I drive it after it goes back down to low but it don’t overheat

[@EmersonFlores-s9u]

@@cpfb68 When I put coolant in the car & I drive it after it goes back down to low but it don’t overheat, but there’s no leak

[@cpfb68]

If you’re adding coolant and loosing it over a few days with no leak then most likely it is the VPL. To confirm, go under the car and look at both sides of the transmission, bell housing for any long streaks of pink coolant. Otherwise take it to a good mechanic to confirm.

[@EmersonFlores-s9u]

@@cpfb68 thanks fam 🙌

[@lookitsandrew1]

If you have tech-stream you can avoid jumping the pins and go right on to shifting correct? Do you need to select a mode on tech-stream?

[@cpfb68]

Andrew Lim From the maintenance manual, if you use Techstream software you don’t need to do the Nintendo game shifting with the gear select. The Techstream software will read the temp directly from the fluid temp sensor in the trans directly. When it gets between 95 and 108 degrees F you can open the “dip stick” drain plug and let any excess fluid out. If nothing comes out. You have to shut it off, cool the trans under 85 degrees F, add fluid and start again.

[@lookitsandrew1]

cpfb68 thank you!!

[@lookitsandrew1]

cpfb68 how many washers did you end up using?

[@cpfb68]

Andrew Lim when you say washers, do you mean the pan plug washers? If so, just the two. One for the drain plug and one for the “dipstick” plug. I also put a new O ring on the WS fill plug

[@alexaquino1399]

Got to do this to my F

[@cpfb68]

It's totally worth the time! Purchase the fluid and filter kit, OEM or the Beck Arnley one I used and one of the service manuals I listed and go for it!

[@xiongbeezo1983]

That music just comes out of nowhere super loud

[@cpfb68]

Bee Xiong Sorry, have been playing with my video editor and when creating it, the sound levels were normal. It was only after I uploaded it did the music get really loud.

[@760foolish]

What were the torque specs of the valve body?

[@cpfb68]

Sorry for the late response! The ChiltonDIY.com manual shows 17 bolts in the valve body to be torqued to 8 ftlbs each.

[@adolfdiaz7019]

Does any one know why an is350 would be leaking between the transmission and the engine looks like transmission oil ???

[@cpfb68]

If you are sure it’s not engine oil, it’s the seal in the trans. You probably will have to drop the trans and replace the seal around the input shaft.

[@adolfdiaz7019]

@@cpfb68 god that's what I was thinking sucks........

[@Johnny-ud9kg]

@@adolfdiaz7019 I have the same issue currently, replaced the seal, 2 days of work, reinstalled transmission and it still leaks

[@adolfdiaz7019]

So what it was for mine was the brass ring that goes on the transmission oil pump went bad and damaged the pump shift and damaged the torque converter had to replace the transmission pump and the torque converter 700 for pump and another 300 for torque converter

[@Misha2is]

@@adolfdiaz7019 I actually had a leak between the transmission and the torque converter when i first bought my is350 but the dealer fixed it for me since i only had it for a week

[@bigpuppy2004]

I dont reccomend using picks for stuff like that, call me a scizo but just use a credit card or something plastic to avoid chipping seating surfaces

[@cpfb68]

Yes, there is a plastic removal tool or even plastic razor blades can do the job. It’s what I had at the time. If your careful, it can be done

[@adeelcyril3339]

Please don’t take this personally. Transmission fluid is Toyota, seals, nuts are Toyota. Why get a beck and arnely filter? It’s an ISF….quality is so much better from the exact factory part.

[@cpfb68]

Nothing taken personally, the filter kit wasn’t available when I needed it. It was a 2 week back order. I have a friend that is a Lexus Master Tech that has an F as well. He has ripped apart his car multiple times to track it from a daily. He explained that Beck and Arnely are the suppliers for the Lexus filter. Have had zero issues with this filter and gasket and both looked to have the exact same quality. Everyone has a personal opinion for parts, oil, brakes, tires, etc.

[@adeelcyril3339]

@@cpfb68 thank u for the reply. If that is so that they are the oem to supplier to Lexus then that’s great! For me it’s not taking chances on parts to fail on crappy quality control and fitment. That’s all. You drive an amazing car. Thanks for the time to reply. Respect. 👍

[@HumbledGod]

you know whats crazy the factory changed intervals on a LS400 transmission is 30k miles that was the 90s and a 4-5 speed there no such thing as life time oil lmaoo

[@cpfb68]

HumbledGod I just don’t get what Toyota/Lexus was thinking other than making money when the trans explodes.

[@راشدالزهراني-د1ق]

💕

[@hoarbaby]

Mirin the figs LCA bushings son.

[@cpfb68]

hoarbaby totally worth the time and cash. Best mod I did for this car!

[@terrancecollins2696]

Much better to way overfill the trans then drain out … no need to try to put in the exact amount because chances are you’re gonna get the amount wrong

[@cpfb68]

I completely agree! For the cost of a 1/2 bottle of WS fluid, you can get the measurement right on the money when draining. I was initially trying to drain and fill with exact amount not accounting for anyone previously doing a service and possibly wrong not putting enough fluid in. Now when I do a minor service, I measure out what I got and add a qt. and see when I open the measurement plug that I get a steady stream coming out.

[@sathiyaseelanponniah3701]

Need atl 2021 voxwagen Transmission oil how to change

[@cpfb68]

@@sathiyaseelanponniah3701 sorry, not sure what a voxwagen is. I only work on Toyota products

[@nickadkins7765]

Would you sell your ISF?

[@cpfb68]

Nick Adkins Sorry Nick, but no. I plan on keeping it for a long while. Have had it for 3 years and over 37 k miles and love it. Sorry.

[@nickadkins7765]

@@cpfb68 i ended up getting a 2011 ISF in white as well!

[@cpfb68]

@@nickadkins7765 That's awesome Nick! Glad to hear you found one! They are getting harder to find for sale and in good condition. Enjoy it and take good care of it!

[@nickadkins7765]

@@cpfb68 i came back yo tgis video because i believe a transmission service would be helpful. It's kind of clunky when downshifting in sport manual shift mode while braking. Everyone I've talked to that has done this service has felt noticeably smoother shifting!

[@cpfb68]

@@nickadkins7765 Mine wasn't having any major issues with shifts when I did the service but it was smoother after the service. Some may say it's all in my head but I don't believe in "Lifetime Fluid". Doing a fluid service on an auto trans will extend the life of it. There is no proof against that and so much supporting it. If you do the service and two or three basic services after this one trying to get all the fluid, it should be a bit better. If not, it's time to look into what's up. GOOD LUCK!

[@georgeanddaddecker7563]

You don't pry with a screwdriver. That is how you ruin the trans body and pan. Shock it with a rubber mallet.

[@cpfb68]

I totally understand. I still need to get a rubber mallet and a dead blow mallet

[@pirihern9329]

nothing is lifetime

[@cpfb68]

Amen brother! That’s exactly why I did this service even though many said not to do it!

[@prettyblueplanet]

Kill that funky music 😢

[@cpfb68]

Gotta have some transition!