![]() I have done this a half a dozen times on different cars and have never had an issue and everything feels much better after I am done. This is *not* how a dealer would do it, and it is not a true flush. Add more fluid to bring the level up to between the two “Hot” detents in the dip stick.ĭisclaimer: This is how *I* perform a transmission “flush”. Let the car idle and check the fluid level. Lower the car and start the car on a level surface. Add 2 quarts of transmission fluid through the dip stick tube using the small funnel. Clean drain plug and install a new crush washer. Undo the 14mm drain plug located on the back section of the transmission pan. However if more fluid comes out than you have, you may have to take an extra trip to the dealer which may, or may not be open. This can be a good thing or a bad thing, depending on your perspective. If you do this when the car is completely cold, I have found that more fluid generally comes out than what the manual says a drain and refill will require. If the car is already hot, skip this step. You need the tip to be ~1/2 in diameter.īegin by driving the car 5-7 minutes to warm the transmission fluid. The ones designed for gas tank additives, not ones for oil changes. torque wrench capable of up to 25 ft lbs (a small torque wrench here is better) 14mm offset or combination wrench or ratchet. Dextron II,III, IV are not the same and could cause damage to the automatic transmission. You must use Type T-IV Toyota transmission fluid. Qty Needed: 2.5 qts (3 bottles) cost $3.75 - $5.00 a quart Transmission Fluid, Toyota Type T-IV Toyota Part Number 00279-000T4-01 Transmission Drain Crush Wash Part Number: 35178-30010 cost $1.80 Use jack stands and place them under the lift points as described in the owner’s manual. WARNING on working under a raised vehicle: This procedure requires that he vehicle be raised. Use latex gloves when handling used automotive fluid, and wash hands soon after you are complete with the task. I have no reason to doubt the statement that used fluids are carcinogenic. WARNING: Automotive fluids are not good for you. PDF instructions w/ pictures attached at the bottom I make no promises that your results will be the same nor do I claim that this is the best way to do it. DISCLAIMER: The procedures, methods and products written up here was for my circumstances only and were performed on a 2001 Automatic.
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