Bad, But Great News....Transmission 176k
01-03-13, 01:03 AM
#1
Bad, But Great News....Transmission 176k
Well awhile back (150k) my service adviser told me that if I was going to keep the car that he recommended for me to get my shifter seal replaced, I was going to follow through with his request at 175k, but today I learned that the shifter seal can not be replaced due to CORROSION, inside of the transmission.
Therefore, I will need a new transmission or opt to have it rebuilt which I don't feel comfortable doing unless someone has done it on our cars or is familiar with rebuilding them, hence I know nothing about rebuilding transmissions.
With that being said, my advisor said the transmission will last a LOT longer and to continue driving it.
I plan on finding a complete loaner engine to get installed. But you all are more than welcome to weigh in on what you think I should do.
BTW, I know the 3IS is right around the corner but I want a 3ISF, and I dont know what he means by a LOT longer but I'll ask tomorrow.
For those of you up there in mileage BEWARE of the corrosion or whatever, Ill let you all know the details once I pick my car up tomorrow.
Therefore, I will need a new transmission or opt to have it rebuilt which I don't feel comfortable doing unless someone has done it on our cars or is familiar with rebuilding them, hence I know nothing about rebuilding transmissions.
With that being said, my advisor said the transmission will last a LOT longer and to continue driving it.
I plan on finding a complete loaner engine to get installed. But you all are more than welcome to weigh in on what you think I should do.BTW, I know the 3IS is right around the corner but I want a 3ISF, and I dont know what he means by a LOT longer but I'll ask tomorrow.
For those of you up there in mileage BEWARE of the corrosion or whatever, Ill let you all know the details once I pick my car up tomorrow.
, just sent the request..
01-03-13, 12:58 PM
#8
I don't know about "most" cars being in and out of the shop. Cars have become pretty reliable these days...
... Other than some European makes.
But yeah, I have a 2007 IS350 also, and I've been very happy with how it's held up over the ~75 months I've owned it. Almost no problems whatsoever that I didn't cause myself. Only about 70K miles on mine, though.
... Other than some European makes.
But yeah, I have a 2007 IS350 also, and I've been very happy with how it's held up over the ~75 months I've owned it. Almost no problems whatsoever that I didn't cause myself. Only about 70K miles on mine, though.
01-03-13, 08:51 PM
#12
UPDATE: Today, I picked up my car and my SA said don't lose sleep over it, it's not that bad but they can't replace the shifter seal because the rod that comes out of the transmission that has the seal around it can not be replaced due to the corrosion, since Lexus does not take apart parts and fix them, they just install new parts; hence a NEW transmission is what he advised.
He then called the tech whom worked on my car and he said I would at least get another 50k out of it, but maybe I could try a transmission shop that could rebuild my transmission and sandblast the corrosion. Finding a reputable transmission shop is going to be hard, hence I could barely find someone to put my brakes on before opting to do them myself.
I then asked about finding a used transmission, there's one on eBay for 1K and he said I might run into the same problem with the seal being corroded. Seems like this is a Lexus issue, although I am not bad mouthing their craftsmanship, because again I have had my car for awhile, driven it with no problems, and I am at 175k which should be perfect timing for something to be replaced.
So what can you take from this, get an extended warranty for as long as you can. Monitor your transmission for leaks, especially your shifter seal and if it leaks have the transmission replaced under warranty because I was quoted 5k....I'm unsure if Ill pay the 5k, get a used transmission, get it rebuilt 5% chance, or maybe the 3IS-F will come out really soon...
He then called the tech whom worked on my car and he said I would at least get another 50k out of it, but maybe I could try a transmission shop that could rebuild my transmission and sandblast the corrosion. Finding a reputable transmission shop is going to be hard, hence I could barely find someone to put my brakes on before opting to do them myself.
I then asked about finding a used transmission, there's one on eBay for 1K and he said I might run into the same problem with the seal being corroded. Seems like this is a Lexus issue, although I am not bad mouthing their craftsmanship, because again I have had my car for awhile, driven it with no problems, and I am at 175k which should be perfect timing for something to be replaced.
So what can you take from this, get an extended warranty for as long as you can. Monitor your transmission for leaks, especially your shifter seal and if it leaks have the transmission replaced under warranty because I was quoted 5k....I'm unsure if Ill pay the 5k, get a used transmission, get it rebuilt 5% chance, or maybe the 3IS-F will come out really soon...
01-04-13, 04:57 AM
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Thank you for the update and feedback. You wouldn't happen to have any pictures of the area in question and/or the corrosion? I haven't looked at my trans lately as I haven't had any problems but this has me curious.
UPDATE: Today, I picked up my car and my SA said don't lose sleep over it, it's not that bad but they can't replace the shifter seal because the rod that comes out of the transmission that has the seal around it can not be replaced due to the corrosion, since Lexus does not take apart parts and fix them, they just install new parts; hence a NEW transmission is what he advised.
He then called the tech whom worked on my car and he said I would at least get another 50k out of it, but maybe I could try a transmission shop that could rebuild my transmission and sandblast the corrosion. Finding a reputable transmission shop is going to be hard, hence I could barely find someone to put my brakes on before opting to do them myself.
I then asked about finding a used transmission, there's one on eBay for 1K and he said I might run into the same problem with the seal being corroded. Seems like this is a Lexus issue, although I am not bad mouthing their craftsmanship, because again I have had my car for awhile, driven it with no problems, and I am at 175k which should be perfect timing for something to be replaced.
So what can you take from this, get an extended warranty for as long as you can. Monitor your transmission for leaks, especially your shifter seal and if it leaks have the transmission replaced under warranty because I was quoted 5k....I'm unsure if Ill pay the 5k, get a used transmission, get it rebuilt 5% chance, or maybe the 3IS-F will come out really soon...
He then called the tech whom worked on my car and he said I would at least get another 50k out of it, but maybe I could try a transmission shop that could rebuild my transmission and sandblast the corrosion. Finding a reputable transmission shop is going to be hard, hence I could barely find someone to put my brakes on before opting to do them myself.
I then asked about finding a used transmission, there's one on eBay for 1K and he said I might run into the same problem with the seal being corroded. Seems like this is a Lexus issue, although I am not bad mouthing their craftsmanship, because again I have had my car for awhile, driven it with no problems, and I am at 175k which should be perfect timing for something to be replaced.
So what can you take from this, get an extended warranty for as long as you can. Monitor your transmission for leaks, especially your shifter seal and if it leaks have the transmission replaced under warranty because I was quoted 5k....I'm unsure if Ill pay the 5k, get a used transmission, get it rebuilt 5% chance, or maybe the 3IS-F will come out really soon...
01-04-13, 07:51 AM
#15
UPDATE: Today, I picked up my car and my SA said don't lose sleep over it, it's not that bad but they can't replace the shifter seal because the rod that comes out of the transmission that has the seal around it can not be replaced due to the corrosion, since Lexus does not take apart parts and fix them, they just install new parts; hence a NEW transmission is what he advised.
He then called the tech whom worked on my car and he said I would at least get another 50k out of it, but maybe I could try a transmission shop that could rebuild my transmission and sandblast the corrosion. Finding a reputable transmission shop is going to be hard, hence I could barely find someone to put my brakes on before opting to do them myself.
I then asked about finding a used transmission, there's one on eBay for 1K and he said I might run into the same problem with the seal being corroded. Seems like this is a Lexus issue, although I am not bad mouthing their craftsmanship, because again I have had my car for awhile, driven it with no problems, and I am at 175k which should be perfect timing for something to be replaced.
So what can you take from this, get an extended warranty for as long as you can. Monitor your transmission for leaks, especially your shifter seal and if it leaks have the transmission replaced under warranty because I was quoted 5k....I'm unsure if Ill pay the 5k, get a used transmission, get it rebuilt 5% chance, or maybe the 3IS-F will come out really soon...
He then called the tech whom worked on my car and he said I would at least get another 50k out of it, but maybe I could try a transmission shop that could rebuild my transmission and sandblast the corrosion. Finding a reputable transmission shop is going to be hard, hence I could barely find someone to put my brakes on before opting to do them myself.
I then asked about finding a used transmission, there's one on eBay for 1K and he said I might run into the same problem with the seal being corroded. Seems like this is a Lexus issue, although I am not bad mouthing their craftsmanship, because again I have had my car for awhile, driven it with no problems, and I am at 175k which should be perfect timing for something to be replaced.
So what can you take from this, get an extended warranty for as long as you can. Monitor your transmission for leaks, especially your shifter seal and if it leaks have the transmission replaced under warranty because I was quoted 5k....I'm unsure if Ill pay the 5k, get a used transmission, get it rebuilt 5% chance, or maybe the 3IS-F will come out really soon...
Besides which, from the sounds of things, there is no significant problem with your trans, anyways.