just did the fuel pump recall and sales suggested I do the diff oil
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when did you guys do the diff oil front and back change? sales guy at lexus said mine is due for a change at 65k miles
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Differential Oil ... rear specifically should be changed at sub-10,000 miles ... changed mine at 5,000 miles and it was BLACK ... and the front sub-20,000 miles if you care about longevity.
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At 65k of severe use (towing, hills, etc) it's due for it's 4th change. Not out of line to suggest IMO.
If you offroad and do water crossings, it's recommended to change much more frequently than that still.
If you offroad and do water crossings, it's recommended to change much more frequently than that still.
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The manual only calls for complete diff oil change if you are towing or using a top carrier. Otherwise it only needs to be "inspected". Of course one should change the diff oil at some reasonable mileage, I changed mine first at 20k with very little towing. At 65k I would definitely do that if you are planning to keep the GX for the long run.
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The manual only calls for complete diff oil change if you are towing or using a top carrier. Otherwise it only needs to be "inspected". Of course one should change the diff oil at some reasonable mileage, I changed mine first at 20k with very little towing. At 65k I would definitely do that if you are planning to keep the GX for the long run.
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That noise is definitely not due to the old fluid. I bought used cars before for teenage drivers well over 100ks with no issues with the diffs before or after fluid change..
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Every 30k for me for all three drivetrain fluids. It's so simple and cheap, even with the TC fluid. Worth it for the peace of mind and long term ownership.
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