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Drivetrain - Vibration/Shudder On Low Speed Turns

L-SB-0023-11

April 19, 2011

Transfer Case Vibration When Turning

Service Category
Drivetrain

Section
Transfer/4wd/Awd

Market
USA





Applicability

Introduction

Some 2008 - 2010 LS 600h and 2009 - 2010 LS 460 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 TSIB applies to vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VINs shown.





Warranty Information

APPLICABLE WARRANTY

^ This repair is covered under the Lexus Powertrain Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 72 months or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.

^ Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in this bulletin.





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 TSIB does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis per the Repair Manual.

2. Replace the transfer case oil with updated oil PIN 08885-81085 3 times; driving 1 mile in between fills.

3. Confirm the vibration is no longer present when turning at slow speeds.