Canada - Drivetrain - Transfer Case Vibration When Turning
BulletinL-TCI-2973
Issue Date
September 23, 2011
Title:
TRANSFER CASE VIBRATION WHEN TURNING
Service Category
Drivetrain
Section
Transfer/4wd/Awd
Market
Canada
APPLICABILITY:
INTRODUCTION:
Some 2008 - 2010 LS600h and 2009 - 2010 LS460 4WD vehicles may exhibit a shudder or vibration when turning at slow speeds. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:
This TSB applies to vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VIN shown.
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
PARTS INFORMATION:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Can vibration be felt throughout the vehicle only when turning in forward or reverse gear at slow speeds?
- Yes - Go to step 2.
- No - This TSB does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis per the Repair Manual.
2. Replace the transfer case oil with updated oil P/N 08885-81085 3 times; driving 1.6 km/h (1 mile) in between fills.
3. Confirm the vibration is no longer present when turning at slow speeds.Test drive the vehicle to confirm the condition is present.
NOTE:
Issue of this Technical Service Bulletin is to ensure that proper repair information is available.
IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN AUTHORIZATION FOR REPAIR. Normal provisions of the formal warranty policy, as applicable, will apply.