2008 Lexus LX 570FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Automatic Transmission Assembly: Installation

  1. INSTALL TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using a vernier caliper and straightedge, measure dimension A between the transmission and the end surface of the drive plate.
    2. Install the torque converter to the transmission housing.
      Fig 1: Measuring Dimension A Between Transmission And End Surface Of Drive Plate
      G05153643Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Using a vernier caliper and straightedge, measure dimension B shown in the illustration and check that B is more than A measured in the first step.

    Standard distance: 

    B = A + 1.00 mm (0.0394 in.) or more 

    Fig 2: Measuring Dimension B
    G05154985Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. INSTALL WIRE HARNESS CLAMP BRACKET 
    1. Install the front bracket LH with the bolt.

      Torque: 8.0 N*m (82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf) 

    2. Install the rear bracket LH with the bolt.

      Torque: 29 N*m (296 kgf*cm, 21 ft.*lbf) 

    3. Install the rear bracket RH with the bolt.

      Torque: 29 N*m (296 kgf*cm, 21 ft.*lbf) 

    4. Install the front bracket RH with the bolt.

      Torque: 8.0 N*m (82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf) 

    5. Install the rear engine bracket with the bolt.

      Torque: 8.0 N*m (82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf) 

  3. INSTALL TRANSFER ASSEMBLY 
    1. Install the transfer with the 8 bolts.

      Torque: 40 N*m (408 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf) 

      NOTE: Be careful not to damage the oil seal of the transfer adapter.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.