Hybrid Transaxle Fluid

2006 Lexus RX 400h AWD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) HybridSECTION Hybrid Transaxle Fluid
HYBRID TRANSAXLE FLUID

REPLACEMENT





1. DRAIN HYBRID TRANSAXLE FLUID
a. Using a socket hexagon wrench 10 mm, remove the filler plug and gasket.
b. Using a socket hexagon wrench 10 mm, remove the drain plug and gasket.
c. Using a socket hexagon wrench 10 mm, install the drain plug and a new gasket.
Torque: 39 Nm (398 kgf-cm, 29 ft. lbs.)





2. ADD AND INSPECT HYBRID TRANSAXLE FLUID
a. Fill oil.
b. Check that the oil surface is within 5 mm (0.20 inch) from the lowest position of the inner surface of the transaxle filler plug opening.

NOTICE:
^ Stop the vehicle on a flat road.
^ Recheck the transaxle oil level after driving when exchanging oil.
^ Insufficient or excessive amounts of transaxle oil may be the cause of some trouble.

c. Check for leaks if the quantity of oil is low.
d. Using a socket hexagon wrench 10 mm, install the filler plug and a new gasket.
Torque: 39 Nm (398 kgf-cm, 29 ft. lbs.)
RENDER: 1.0x

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