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L-SB-0011-13 February 26, 2013 Technical Service Information Bulletin

WS ATF Level Adjustment for U660E/F Transmissions

Service
Category Drivetrain

Lexus Supports
ASE Certification

Section Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Market USA

Applicability
YEAR(S) MODEL(S} ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
2007 — 2013 ES350
2010 - 2013 RX350

Introduction

This Service Bulletin includes basic procedures for inspecting and adjusting World Standard (WS)
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) level at normal vehicle operating temperature.

NOTE
The following adjustment procedures are for U660E/F transmissions.

Warranty Information

OP CODE DESCRIPTION TIME OFP m1 12
N/A Not Applicable to Warranty - - 5 =

Parts Information

PREVIOUS PART NUMBER | CURRENT PART NUMBER PART NAME aty
00289-ATFWS Same ATF WS As Needed

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Required Tools & Equipment

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT SUPPLIER PART NUMBER ary
Techstream 2.0° TS2UNIT
TIS Techstream ADE TSPKG1 1
Techstream Lite TSLITEDLRO1
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS (SST) PART NUMBER ary
WS ATF Level Gauge Kit* 10002-00101 1
WS ATF Level Gauge” 40002-00101-1 1
Vacuum Regulator Manifold" 10002-00101-2 1
Transmission Fill Adapter (Green Adapter)” 10002-00101-3 1
Fluid Extraction Tank* 10002-00101-4 1
WS ATF Level Gauge — 12 mm Adapter" 10002-00101-6 1
Transmission Fill System* 00002-11100-02 1
* Essential SST.
NOTE

© Only ONE of the Techstream units listed above is required.
* Software version 8.00.034 or later is required.

* Additional Techstream units may be ordered by calling Approved Dealer Equipment (ADE) at
1-800-368-6787.

* Additional SSTs may be ordered by calling 1-800-933-8335.

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Inspection Procedure

1.

Inspect fluid level at vehicle operating temperature.

NOTE

This procedure references a Lexus vehicle equipped with a U660F transaxle as an example.
Refer to the Repair Manual of the corresponding vehicle model for specific details about
procedures that vary by model such as fluid type, oil level, filling method, the location of the
refill plug, and overflow plug, torque, etc.

CAUTION

* Use caution while the engine is idling and the radiator fan is operating.

+ Use caution when the transmission fluid temperature is high.

. Warm up and stop the engine.

3. Connect Techstream to the DLC3 with the ignition switch OFF.

. Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn Techstream ON.

NOTE

To reduce load, make sure that all electrical systems, such as the air conditioning, lighting
system, electric fan, and audio system are OFF.

. On Techstream, enter the following menus:

Powertrain / ECT / Data List

. Select the Data List menu: “A/T Oil Temperature 1”

7. Select the Data List menu: “Engine Speed”

. Check the ATF temperature.

NOTE

Ensure the transmission fluid temperature is between 185°F - 194°F (85°C — 90°C) before
starting wark.

. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
10.
41.

Start the engine.

Slowly move the shift lever from P to D, and then back to P

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Inspection Procedure (Continued)

12. Lift the vehicle.

NOTE

Set the vehicle on a lift so that the vehicle is kept level (make sure the tilt angle from the front
to rear and side to side of the vehicle is within t 1°).

13. Remove the 2 bolts, clip, and front fender apron seal LH.

14. Remove the refill plug and gasket. Figure 1.

15. Install the Transmission Fill Adapter into the transmission fill port.
SST: P/N 10002-00101-3
Figure 2. With Green Adapter

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Inspection Procedure (Continued)

46. Attach the Vacuum Regulator Manifold quick connect fitting to the Transmission Fill Adapter.
SST: P/N 10002-00101-2
Figure 3.

17. Attach the Fluid Extraction Tank hose quick connect to the Vacuum Regulator Manifold.
SST: P/N 10002-00101-4
Figure 4.

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Inspection Procedure (Continued)

NOTE

Ensure both of the Fluid Extraction Tank valves are OFF by turning the valve handle
perpendicular to the hose.

18. Connect a shop air hose to the Fluid Extraction Tool Tank.

9 CAUTION
Do NOT exceed 100 psi of shop air pressure to the Fluid Extraction Tool Tank.

19. Open the Fiuid Extraction Tank LOWER valve by turning the handle in-line with the hose.