Lexus IS300 DIY Transmission Removal | How to Remove Automatic Tranny

Lexus IS300 DIY Transmission Removal | How to Remove Automatic Tranny

Detailed removal of the A650E automatic transmission on the IS300 Sportcross at home with hand tools and jack stands. This was much easier than I initially thought. I did all of this myself over several nights in the garage.
The hardest part was the two top bell housing bolts, but with the right tools, it was pretty easy to reach.

Transmission Adapter Video: https://youtu.be/NJJV5utZpXc
1/2-ton Transmission Jack Adapter – https://amzn.to/3HX5IN2

Must have tools:
Long 12″ and 18″ Extension Set: https://amzn.to/3nx1HKh
24″ Extension: https://amzn.to/41fg0kn
Wobble 17mm Socket: https://amzn.to/3iMyu5H
Wobble 14mm Socket: https://amzn.to/3nsAD9W
Gearwrench Ratcheting Wrench Set: https://amzn.to/2GJMFee

SAFETY FIRST!!:Some options for hydraulic jack and jack stands. These are probably similar quality to the stuff I have.
Jack Stands $26: https://amzn.to/2x4HfFL
(Use 4-ton or 6-ton for front for max height)
Aluminum Racing Jack $140: https://amzn.to/2IhrzBt
Puck with slit: https://amzn.to/3kGRBQD
Metal mount: https://amzn.to/2PQMP52
Transmission Jack: https://amzn.to/3B6LAWK
Wheel Crib Risers: https://amzn.to/44HI5nw

Other Tools:
Dewalt Impact Wrench: https://homedepot.sjv.io/qK23N
Craftsman Impact Driver: https://amzn.to/2I0rIfD

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0:00 Intro
1:40 Lifted on Stands
2:20 Remove Rusted Exhaust
4:15 Transmission Drain
5:40 Drive Shaft Removal
7:30 Disconnect Shifter and Lines
10:00 Bell Housing Bolt Removal
14:30 Torque Converter Bolts
16:20 Drop Rear Tranny
17:30 Hard Bell Housing Bolts
19:10 Lower Transmission with Jacks
22:15 Transmission Removed

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Japan Works says:

Great Video! Hope it helps me to change the rear main seal – its leaking a lot of oil on my GS300

Water World says:

I just bought an 2005 IS300 for my son two weeks ago and it just developed a severe transmission oil leak. Thanks for the great content. This video was super helpful in removing his automatic transmission.

Azadvir singh says:

Hi on my lexus is300 2003 i have very slow reverse.
I took it to transmission service shop they said transmission on its way out get another one .
And its leaking from the front as well. You think its fixable ? Or have to buy another transmission that is almost impossible to find .

Andy Torres says:

I know I’m a year late but my drive shaft blocks the bolts that connect to the diff

T S says:

Do you have a video on how to replace the torque converter?

Gilbert Araujo says:

excellent explanation, can this be applied in a 2008 lexus is250

nick carbo says:

as for the hardlines, im just gonna cut them and run an6 lines

Jorge P. says:

Love ur vids man

Ben H says:

never jack up or put axle stands on the frame rail, use the proper locations

Vegas_Alex says:

Watching this video as I'm attempting my manual swap this weekend

Raul Contes says:

great job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Giovani Menendez says:

I’m doing this right now lol , I had a question when removing cooler line from the transmission I think that’s what it’s called how are you able to take it cause cause I’m having trouble, I just got into cars I have is300 lol

Erik B says:

Is the 01 ls430s similar to this car?

manuel camarena says:

I’ll be doing a 2006 transmission removal n replacement soon!

Jay B says:

is it easier to hire a hoist to take the engine and tranny out and in?

MR. MAÑ says:

Wow the chances of me being recommended this video, and I have the same problems with my 04 gs300 that lived most its life in Virginia

Adeel Cyril says:

I not only appreciate the detail that you put in for this job, but huge respect for for your getting it done! No easy task. I hope you can get a scissor lift. You deserve one for the level of execution in your projects on your cars. Thank u.

Adil Imanaliev says:

on the flywheel part, the big hole to reach those bolts, is it suppose to be covered with something? because mines open too and i just got the car so im not sure. maybe something was covering it?

Peter Pan says:

Thank you for sharing this. Do you think it's possible to do the seal job in one weekend?

FUNZO 1904 says:

Cool IS300 videos, you got a new subscriber. My family has owned a 99GS since day 1. I plan to use your vids as reference when the time comes. Have you thought about investing in a Quick Jack by any chance? I think i'm going to get one.

Justin M says:

Those lines from the trans go where? Is it going to the rad for cooling the trans fluid?

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