RX400h · Service Manual HYBRID SYSTEM

REPLACEMENT

Removal / installation

1. DRAIN HYBRID TRANSAXLE FLUID

Using a socket hexagon wrench 10 mm, remove the filler plug and gasket.

Using a socket hexagon wrench 10 mm, remove the drain plug and gasket.

Using a socket hexagon wrench 10 mm, install the drain plug and a new gasket.

Torque:

39 N*m{ 398 kgf*cm , 29 ft.*lbf }

2. ADD AND INSPECT HYBRID TRANSAXLE FLUID

Check that the oil surface is within 5 mm (0.20 in.) from the lowest position of the inner surface of the transaxle filler plug opening.

Transaxle fluid quantity:

1.8 L (1.9 US qts, 1.6 Imp. qts)
NOTICE:
1. Stop the vehicle on a flat road.
2. Recheck the transaxle oil level after driving when exchanging oil.
3. Insufficient or excessive amounts of transaxle oil may be the cause of some trouble.

Check for leaks if the quantity of oil is low.

Using a socket hexagon wrench 10 mm, install the filler plug and a new gasket.

Torque:

39 N*m{ 398 kgf*cm , 29 ft.*lbf }