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How much does a Transmission Fluid Service cost?

On average, the cost for a Lexus ES300 Transmission Fluid Service is $217 with $84 for parts and $133 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

Car	Service	Estimate	Shop/Dealer Price
1995 Lexus ES300V6-3.0L	Service typeTransmission Fluid Service	Estimate$375.66	Shop/Dealer Price$449.34 - $599.48
2001 Lexus ES300V6-3.0L	Service typeTransmission Fluid Service	Estimate$339.66	Shop/Dealer Price$413.39 - $563.57
1992 Lexus ES300V6-3.0L	Service typeTransmission Fluid Service	Estimate$304.65	Shop/Dealer Price$372.10 - $519.26
1993 Lexus ES300V6-3.0L	Service typeTransmission Fluid Service	Estimate$304.65	Shop/Dealer Price$372.05 - $519.16
1997 Lexus ES300V6-3.0L	Service typeTransmission Fluid Service	Estimate$339.66	Shop/Dealer Price$413.44 - $563.65
1996 Lexus ES300V6-3.0L	Service typeTransmission Fluid Service	Estimate$339.66	Shop/Dealer Price$413.39 - $563.56
1994 Lexus ES300V6-3.0L	Service typeTransmission Fluid Service	Estimate$308.67	Shop/Dealer Price$375.05 - $519.71
1999 Lexus ES300V6-3.0L	Service typeTransmission Fluid Service	Estimate$348.66	Shop/Dealer Price$423.13 - $573.87

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What is the transmission fluid all about?

Transmission fluid helps cool and lubricate your vehicle’s transmission’s internal parts. The transmission transfers power from the engine to the wheels of the car. An automatic transmission shifts the car into different gears depending on the speed that you are driving. In an automatic transmission car, the transmission system has an oil pan that contains the transmission fluid and fluid filter. The fluid provides the power/force required to shift into different gears. In manual transmission cars, there is a case that contains the transmission fluid.

Contrary to an automatic transmission, the fluid in a manual system is not directly involved in changing gears, because it is a mechanical system, whereas an automatic transmission is hydraulic. If an automatic transmission does not have enough fluid, or the fluid has been contaminated, it is possible for the transmission to start to slip and eventually fail. If a manual transmission does not have enough fluid, or the fluid has been contaminated, it is possible for the transmission to become noisy, the internal parts to wear out faster and eventually for the transmission to fail.

Keep in mind:

An automatic transmission fluid service will replace the pan gasket, filter, and transmission fluid. Some vehicles do not have a serviceable transmission filter and some transmissions are designed to be “sealed for life,” meaning that they do not require any service or maintenance. Check your owner’s manual for information on whether you have a sealed system or not.
Unlike an automatic transmission, a manual transmission does not contain a filter, which means that as components wear, the transmission fluid picks up particles of metal and is unable to filter them. This is why it is very important to perform a transmission fluid service as per manufacturer recommendations.

How it's done:

Drain the transmission fluid
(Automatic only) Install new pan gasket and filter (if replaceable)
Add the proper type and quantity of oil/fluid for your transmission
Check for leaks
Test drive the vehicle

How do Mechanics Change Transmission Fluid? :

Drain the transmission fluid.
(Automatic only) Install new pan gasket and filter (if replaceable).
Add the proper type and quantity of oil/fluid for your transmission.
Check for leaks.
Test drive the vehicle.

Our recommendation:

A conservative rule of thumb is that a car should get a transmission fluid service every 40,000 miles. If you notice any fluid underneath the car, get it inspected as soon as you can. Changing your transmission’s fluid regularly will greatly extend the service life of your vehicle’s transmission.

What are the common symptoms indicating you need to replace the transmission fluid?

Vehicle has a hard time running
Vehicle stalls when going up or down a steep incline
Check Engine Light is on
Transmission makes noise

How important is this service?

Transmission fluid services are an important part of regular maintenance and will increase the service life of your transmission. According to the Automatic Transmission Rebuilders Association, 90% of automatic transmission failures are caused by overheating and can be often blamed on transmission fluid that should have been replaced.

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Tien

23 years of experience

by Danyel

Lexus ES300 V6-3.0L - Automatic Transmission Fluid Service - Emeryville, California

My first time using this service was on March 11th, my power window motor and regulator went out so I ordered the parts online and booked an appointment to have someone come to my job and install it the mechanic that came out was Tien, he installed the parts that I had ordered online but told me that the part was bent somewhere and wasn’t working properly so I thought to myself here we go, I just wasted my money by having him come out and he can’t install it, but to my surprise, Tien was able to use spacers or something like that so that the window would work properly, he definitely did not have to do that by me ordering the part on my own, he went over and beyond to make sure my window was able to roll up and down and I could close my door, so since I had such a good experience when I received the recommendation via email regarding other service I should have done, and the price that it would cost, and the estimate was very reasonable I booked another appointment, that appointment was yesterday march 18th and that service was also excellent, so I think I’ve found my new mechanic.

Omid

11 years of experience

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Omid

11 years of experience

by Robert

Lexus ES300 V6-3.0L - Transmission Fluid Service - Atlanta, Georgia

Very prompt, polite, and industrious. Great service.

Walter

46 years of experience

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Walter

46 years of experience

by Arecia

Lexus ES300 V6-3.0L - Transmission Fluid Service - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Overall great experience would highly recommend

Reyna

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Reyna

15 years of experience

by Ernie

Lexus ES300 V6-3.0L - Transmission Fluid Service - Snellville, Georgia

Very friendly, knew what she was doing.

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