2003-2009 LEXUS GX470 Transfer case fluid change DIY. Very easy to do and you only needs a few tools. -15/16 mm bit -torque wrench -breaker bar -choice of oil -crusher washer -gear pump
That's also a good time to grease all the 6 zerk fittings on the shafts. Red (high speed applications) grease and Moly grease (dark, graphite lithium based) on the yokes where it slides. The yokes usually make that clunking sound on the rear when coming to a stop.
Thanks man!! 😎 I ❤ DIY instructional videos. They're kinda addictive. No? Probably just me. Before RUclips's platform and the internet this incredibly useful information wasn't readily available. Repair manuals suck.
William Calle DIY videos has helped me so much in the past as well. To me, it allows the “normal” person to afford luxury cars without the luxury tax. Don’t forget to subscribe to the channel. :-).
Just wanted to say I think its better to have the rear wheels on the ramps and the front of the car on jack stands. Reason being that the rear wheels are the ones that lock when you use the emergency /parking brake. I did some work on my gx and had it setup like in your video and it rolled backwards off the ramps and nearly crushed me even though the brake was engaged.
@@512TXSDIY subscribed! I was working on replacing the seals in the actuator and broke the plastic cover for them. Any leads on getting a replacement plastic actuator cover? Doesn’t appear to have a part number so am trying to source an old one
Not to me but it is up to you. Transmission fluid and transfer case fluid are separate units altogether by the way using different oils. Don’t forget to like and subscribe if you haven’t already.
@@treedeblue I appreciate that! To answer your question, I would say that depending on your mechanical skill level, it is more involved than a standard oil change. It is certainly not "hard" though. This is not my video but he does a really good job: ruclips.net/video/gz3vrNr9Smo/видео.html
I just got done changing the t case fluid on my gx. And less than a quarter of fluid came out. But i just heard you say that it has to be at operating temperature?
Nicely done. Getting it to operating temp usually helps more drain out is all. I’m sure you’re fine. Please like video and consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
I did a transfer case fluid change and just like in your video the drained fluid looked like ATF (not like gear oil) and it smelled like ATF not like gear oil. My question is there a factory reference to the fluid we should use in the transfer case? I put gear oil in as everyone else usually puts in transfer case, but it really got me thinking that we might kill the transfer case earlier if we put gear oil in there instead of the ATF fluid that looks like that what it is in the video and in my case as well. Red, flows easy, not as thick as gear lube. Any input by anyone who knows anything would be appreciated.
ATF is very distinctly red in color. I used gear oil in the TC, not ATF. As long as you’re changing the fluid, you’re good to go. Don’t over think it. Remember to like the video and consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
Noah kraft Thanks for the comment. SuperTech is good oil and meets all the same API standards as major brands. I would trust it in my Porsche if they made the right weight for it. More importantly, get a quality oil filter. Make sure to subscribe for more content.
Yeah it should be full synthetic bud. Just saying. And me personally, a certified technician who provides warranty and technical support on transfer cases and differentials. Always go with the full synthetic gear oil recommendations per the OEM.
That's also a good time to grease all the 6 zerk fittings on the shafts. Red (high speed applications) grease and Moly grease (dark, graphite lithium based) on the yokes where it slides. The yokes usually make that clunking sound on the rear when coming to a stop.
Cristian A Smart! I wouldn’t have thought to do that. Thanks for the comment and please subscribe for more content.
Thanks man!! 😎 I ❤ DIY instructional videos. They're kinda addictive. No? Probably just me. Before RUclips's platform and the internet this incredibly useful information wasn't readily available. Repair manuals suck.
William Calle DIY videos has helped me so much in the past as well. To me, it allows the “normal” person to afford luxury cars without the luxury tax. Don’t forget to subscribe to the channel. :-).
Great content here you have a new subscriber. Keep doing more gx470 videos hope you can do one on how to change spark plugs.
Just wanted to say I think its better to have the rear wheels on the ramps and the front of the car on jack stands. Reason being that the rear wheels are the ones that lock when you use the emergency /parking brake. I did some work on my gx and had it setup like in your video and it rolled backwards off the ramps and nearly crushed me even though the brake was engaged.
Thank you for watching.
Easy DIY. Like, comment, and subscribe.
good video!
@@fozzir :-)
This was helpful thank you!
You’re welcome Johnny! Please like the video and consider subscribing if you already.
@@512TXSDIY subscribed! I was working on replacing the seals in the actuator and broke the plastic cover for them. Any leads on getting a replacement plastic actuator cover? Doesn’t appear to have a part number so am trying to source an old one
@@johnnychambless3512 Have you tried eBay from a donor car?
Fellow gx470 owner here , where did you get the crush washers?
I get everything on eBay or Amazon honestly. It’s very affordable. Don’t forget to subscribe and like the video if you haven’t already.
Is it better to let the dealer do the transmission fluid exchange I’ve been reading it’s a bit more involved???
Thanks!
Not to me but it is up to you. Transmission fluid and transfer case fluid are separate units altogether by the way using different oils. Don’t forget to like and subscribe if you haven’t already.
512TXS DIY yup I subbed 😀 is the transmission fluid replacement a simple drain and fill Procedure?
@@treedeblue I appreciate that! To answer your question, I would say that depending on your mechanical skill level, it is more involved than a standard oil change. It is certainly not "hard" though. This is not my video but he does a really good job: ruclips.net/video/gz3vrNr9Smo/видео.html
I just got done changing the t case fluid on my gx. And less than a quarter of fluid came out. But i just heard you say that it has to be at operating temperature?
Nicely done. Getting it to operating temp usually helps more drain out is all. I’m sure you’re fine. Please like video and consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
@@512TXSDIY thank you. Yes sir! I got you 👍🏼
Fellow GX470 owner here! Looking to do this to my rig soon. How much fluid did the TC take?
Jameson Lim Hello. I believe it’s 1.5 quartz. Just buy two and then fill it up until it starts spilling out. Make sure to hit subscribe.
How many miles do you do this at?
Agent J I do mine every 30,000 miles or 3 years. I’m very proactive with my fluid changes though and you can likely go much longer.
how much geer oil do we need, thanks dude
It is 1.5 quartz so you will need to purchase 2 bottles of whatever brand you pick. Thanks for watching.
@@512TXSDIY thx for the info super helpful!
@@samzhao1300 You’re welcome!
I did a transfer case fluid change and just like in your video the drained fluid looked like ATF (not like gear oil) and it smelled like ATF not like gear oil. My question is there a factory reference to the fluid we should use in the transfer case? I put gear oil in as everyone else usually puts in transfer case, but it really got me thinking that we might kill the transfer case earlier if we put gear oil in there instead of the ATF fluid that looks like that what it is in the video and in my case as well. Red, flows easy, not as thick as gear lube. Any input by anyone who knows anything would be appreciated.
ATF is very distinctly red in color. I used gear oil in the TC, not ATF. As long as you’re changing the fluid, you’re good to go. Don’t over think it. Remember to like the video and consider subscribing if you haven’t already.
Use mobile 1 not that the Walmart is horrible but for a few bucks more you get a quality synthetic oil.
Noah kraft Thanks for the comment. SuperTech is good oil and meets all the same API standards as major brands. I would trust it in my Porsche if they made the right weight for it. More importantly, get a quality oil filter. Make sure to subscribe for more content.
Yeah it should be full synthetic bud. Just saying. And me personally, a certified technician who provides warranty and technical support on transfer cases and differentials. Always go with the full synthetic gear oil recommendations per the OEM.
DJMecanix Thank you for the comment. Don’t forget to hit subscribe button.
didnt know they used 5/8ths in japan!
Not sure. I’ll have to rewatch this video. Made it a while ago.