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#114 of 308 Re: Highlander Transmission Fluid Leak [ft20] by 06driver1

Mar 26, 2008 (5:07 pm)

Replying to: ft20 (Dec 14, 2007 12:35 pm)
Can you post a link or a copy of the actual TSB?
The only ones I find are at alldata.com and they charge a fee.
 
I have a 2006 Highlander but seem to be having the same problem. Thanks for the info. posted but if you have a full TSB, that would be helpful. I'm almost at 60,000 miles and want to be ready if Toyota gives me trouble.
 
Everyone have your transmission checked before 60K!!

#116 of 308 Re: Highlander Transmission Fluid Leak [06driver1] by ft20

May 15, 2008 (6:55 pm)

Replying to: 06driver1 (Mar 26, 2008 5:07 pm)
I am not sure how to forward the complete info to you. I have subscription to ALLDATA and can cut and paste the information to your email address.
 
Drivetrain - Fluid Leaks From Transfer Case Vent
TRANSMISSION & CLUTCH
TC008-07
 
Title:
TRANSMISSION FLUID OR GEAR OIL
LEAK FROM TRANSFER CASE VENT
 
Models:
'04 - '06 Highlander (AWD) & Sienna (AWD)
 
June 11, 2007
Introduction
Some 2004 - 2006 model year AWD (4WD) Highlander or Sienna vehicles may display a transmission fluid or gear oil leak from a vent on the right side of the transfer case. The leak is from the transfer RH (right-hand) bearing retainer No. 2 oil seal. Production improvements have been implemented to prevent this condition from occurring. Follow the repair procedure below to replace the RH bearing retainer No. 2 oil seal assembly.
 
Applicable Vehicles
^ 2004 - 2006 model year Highlander (AWD) and Sienna (AWD) vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VINs shown below.
 

 
Production Change Information
 

 
Warranty Information
Applicable Warranty*:
This repair is covered under the Toyota Powertrain Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.
 
* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.
 

 
Parts Information
 

 
Required Tools & Material
 

 
Required SSTs
 

 
Components
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#117 of 308 rx330 by rviradia

May 19, 2008 (4:09 pm)

does the rx330 have the same tranny issues?

#118 of 308 rx by rviradia

May 25, 2008 (8:39 pm)

I guess so
 
http://www.carsurvey.org/viewcomments_review_54210.html

#119 of 308 Re: Highlander Transmission Fluid Leak [ft20] by ellieweezer

May 27, 2008 (9:40 am)

Replying to: ft20 (Dec 14, 2007 12:35 pm)
Would you please send copy of TSB for the 2004 Toy. HL Trans. leak. Thanks, Steve
 
steveray319msn.com

#120 of 308 Re: Highlander Transmission Fluid Leak [ft20] by jmyong

Jul 15, 2008 (1:33 pm)

Replying to: ft20 (Dec 14, 2007 12:35 pm)
I do have the EXACTLY the same problem on 2004 Highlander. I have also found my leaking problem during oil change. I'm also out of luck at 70K only for 3.5 years. Do you have any resolutions on this?

#121 of 308 Re: Highlander Transmission Fluid Leak [ft20] by jmyong

Jul 16, 2008 (5:24 pm)

Replying to: ft20 (May 15, 2008 6:55 pm)
I got in touch with Toyota customer assistance center and miserably failed to get supported on transmission leaking issue on my Highlander with 70K. I bet we are some of the few with that much of mileages start experiencing the problem. I bet this faulty part will be an issue to all eventually as they add more mileages. Following ft20's step, I also have written to Toyota head quarter and no response. I had to leave my car to the mechanics because they initially have charged for $250 for replacing the gasket and now claiming it's the faulty issue asking for $980 to fix. I'm frustrated the situation for both the mechanics as well as warranty situation with Toyota. I'll keep you posted the progress.

#122 of 308 Re: Highlander Transmission Fluid Leak [jmyong] by jmyong

Aug 01, 2008 (10:31 am)

Replying to: jmyong (Jul 16, 2008 5:24 pm)
Update...
 
I ended up paying 50%, $695.95 at the dealer to fix the issue. It was a poor fit of the sealer. I believe Toyota is well aware of the issue and applied the fix for a newer model. I have 70K miles on it, ad may be the one of the few got into the trouble earlier. Toyota flat denied to pay in full, nor process the recall. If you have 2004-2006 Highlander, please be aware. They will get you for $2000 price tag that should been a recall item.

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