NO DIPSTICK! Transmission Fluid Change WS ATF Toyota / Lexus
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This video will show you how to do a drain and fill of a Toyota sealed transmission. It is an easy way to avoid high dealer cost for similar service.
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Time Stamps:
0:07 Tools Needed
0:39 First Step
1:25 Fill Plug Removal
1:42 Drain Plug Removal and Draining
3:17 Drained Fluid Measurement
3:28 Transmission Fill
3:45 Fill Plug Re-installation
4:35 Draining to Correct Level
4:49 Measuring Temp Before Final Drain
5:00 Final Drain
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thanks this really help a lot
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This video is very clear and simple, direct to the point no bs, thank you so much.
Hi, what did he mean at the end by saying:"doing this 2 or 3 more times"? Thanks.
Easy... these transmissions hold about 9-10qts of oil... but when you do only a "drain & fill".. only about 2 1/2 qts are removed at a time. Some people do a drain an fill 3 times a weekend, some do it once a weekend for 3 weekends... and that's how you can cycle out all the older fluid without doing a damaging flush immediately.
This is the best video I've found on doing this job. Simple and concise instructions. Thank you!
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Do not use max life fluid.
Zachary what type of ATF would you suggest using? It seems everyone says something different.
@@jkidd5000 the Toyota or aisin branded ws fluid.
Ive had zero issues with the max life, with that said the OEM is what Zachary said the Aisin or Toyota WS.
Subscribed, this video was a 10/10, I really needed this level of instruction otherwise I won't be confident.
Hi, what did he mean at the end by saying :"doing this 2 or 3 more times"? Thanks.
For anyone checking the level of the U760E transmission, which is mated to the four-cylinder engine, the temperature should be between 95 and 113°
I originally read 104-113 degrees Fahrenheit in these Camrys.
@@sirsweetness8332 that’s for the U660E, which is mated to the 2GR-FE 6 cylinder.
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Show your proof. This is a toyota TSB
@@sirsweetness8332 do your research. You’ll find it just like I did.
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I found when I called Toyota in California that they verified 104-113. Case closed
For anyone pondering how many times to do this, this is how much new fluid you'll have after each drain-and-fill when only replacing 2 qts of the 6.9 qt capacity
1st: 29% new
2nd: 50% new
3rd: 64.5% new
4th: 75% new
5th: 82% new
6th: 87% new
7th: 91% new
Yeah see this is cryptic to me... when you drain the fluid, all of the old is out right?
@@SpiritTracker7 If you only drain 2.0 of the 6.9 qt capacity, you'll only be draining 29% of it. Once you've refilled it and start the car, the new fluid and the existing fluid will fully mix within minutes. That's why you will never be able to completely drain the old fluid. Never, ever, ever. (If you were to do that 1000x you'd still have a few drops of the original fluid in place!) To improve the fluid via repeated drain-and-fills you just continually dilute the old fluid with newer fluid. If it's been a long time since the fluid was new, and/or it's blackish in color, it's best to do one drain-and-fill and drive it for several weeks to make sure the detergents in the new fluid haven't knocked loose any major crud. Do that repeatedly every few weeks until the overall fluid is once again reddish in color (and that will depend on how black it was to begin with...I've seen medium-brown fluid turn red after only replacing 1/2 of the overall fluid with newer fluid.) ATF has a lot of detergent that puts dirt and extremely small debris into suspension, and each drain-and-fill will remove more and more of it. Too much new fluid (and its detergents) all at once in a dirty transmission may knock stuff loose, get somewhere that causes trouble, and then you've lost a gear or your transmission.
koomo801 no need to change the filter and seal?
@@SpiritTracker7 If you feel up to it, do it with your first drain-and-fill. It's not difficult, but sometimes pan bolts can be difficult to get to. A simple drain-and-fill, OTOH, is as easy as an oil change (assuming you have a dipstick....if you don't, collect all the drained fluid and measure it with a 32 oz kitchen cup so you can replace the exact same amount). Be careful as to how to measure the fluid level. Most makes with a dipstick require you to check it while running, while others, like some Hondas, want you to shut the engine off for a small amount of time and then gives you a narrow time window to check it.
koomo801 I have a Venza 2013 no dipstick like the video. I have to do exactly what he did
Just remember this is not a fluid change or flush. This is what is considered a "drain and fill" only. By doing this repeatedly is better than not changing at all . However, does not get the trans cleared of contaminated fluid. There is an alternative wherein the trans can be pumped utilizing the motor to drive the fluid out via the trans cooling line. Removing 3-4 qts at a time, re-filling pan with the same amount as removed until the fluid runs clean. Finally checking fluid level as required. If there were no prior leaks and trans was properly filled prior adding the same amount as you remove is sufficient -- but still should be verified level is correct. Also note most service centers will quote you a transmission flush but you will only be provided one "drain and fill" which can be highway robbery. Especially when your transmission capacity is approximately 13 quarts max.
Trans, Torque Converter, and Radiator-cooler can be flushed ALL IN ONE STEP, -- but it would seem prudent that when set-up, start engine (and engage trans for some models) for a TWO QUART dispense; turn engine off and add two quarts; and repeat -- rather than gallon or larger intervals.
-- This is an excellent approach and should give excellent results!
This is the best video on UA-cam on how to do this on a sealed Toyota transmission. Thanks!
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@@5MinuteFixit how long have you been using Valvoline Maxlife Atf in your Toyota? Have you had any issues with the fluid?
I’ve been using it for a couple years now and so far the transmission has been silky smooth at 170K. Thanks for watching!
I don't mess with that temp stuff. Simply empty all fluid, measure output and fill same amount. I have six cars that include sequoia tundra and lexus gx470 all over 200k, the gx470 is 318k runs perfect
Safe bet as long as the last person to touch it was either the factory or someone who did it correctly
What about the fluid that is not measured....like the fluid on your tools, your hands, on the rags, etc. I would think you would end up being somewhat short.
@@spacecoastz4026 all adds up to like an ounce, not enough to make a difference
@Nor Fen really? You have never changed the transmission fluid??
@@stewpidasso8810 not only that every time you do it that way builds on the error of the previous time. And assuming like you said it was correct initially. Best to just learn how to do it correctly in the first place
It is really important to keep the engine running because that will cause the torque converter to suck up the fluid. Just to test this, I over filled by 0.25 quart. With the engine off, 3/4 quart came out. With the engine running, only 1/4 quart came out which meant that the torque converter is using that 1/2 quart. Also, if you overfill it a little bit, you can measure the fluid temperature with a meat thermometer (besides the pan temperature).
BTW, I would never use generic ATF fluid. Always use Toyota WS fluid. Why? see this chart showing the much lower viscosity of the Toyota WS: @t
Just as an interesting note (and to point out how much conflicting info one can run onto when researching how to do this), the back label on the Toyota WS fluid states: *Add only when transmission is cold.*
That is interesting, maybe to ensure a fairly consistent rise in temperature for all the fluid before the final drain-off of the excess.
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That sounds reasonable....
@@atticstattic you drain and add it when cold, then warm it up to operating temperature and drain the excess, because it expands when its hot
@@davidwelday3276
You didn't read the OP.
You really should use Toyota WS fluid.
Thank you, thank you, thank you for such a simple approach to this little bit of a nightmare transmission!
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Hi, what did he mean at the end by saying :"doing this 2 or 3 more times"? Thanks.
Finally found a video that's simple!!👍
Forums and other videos made it look complicated af
Best video on the cheek plug yet. Since Toyota doesn’t specify interval in my manual from what I’ve read I’ll just adopt the Honda 30k drain and fill I suppose.
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I asked about the drain and fill interval at three Toyota dealerships in North Carolina, and I have received an identical response to my question. Basically, all of the dealerships' personnel I talked to told me that these transmissions are non-serviceable. They said it is the lifetime transmission and the fluid should not be changed or flushed. When I asked them to clarify to me what lifetime means according to Toyota's terms, silence followed. None of those I talked to dared to answer my question. To cut long story short, it seems very reasonable that this WS ATF deteriorates as the time (miles) goes by and that transmission needs new ATF periodically. I have in plan to drain and fill at every 30,000 miles using Amsoil ATF and to change the filter and clean two magnets once when my vehicle reaches 60,000 miles. I wish my vehicle had the ATF dipstick, which would make my job a piece of cake.
@@SPQRCenturion1976 There is no such thing as lifetime fluid. The dealers / Toyota define lifetime as in the average time owners keep the car - usually about 60-100k and then they trade it in and get rid of it. I keep my vehicles much longer and maintain them myself. I do a drain and fill of the transmission pan at every oil change. It's quick, cheap, and easy and guarantees my transmission has good fluid at all times. Also note those same dealers are glad to sell you Toyota WS fluid at very high markups all day long.
For those who want a complete fluid exchange vs an approx 40% pan exchange, the following 2007 RAV4 approach SHOULD be applicable to Most makes and models:
1.) Remove the plastic shield under the front of the vehicle. Note, new assorted plastic push-clips are recommended.
2.) The radiator cooler transmission fluid out-fall is on the drivers side approx 3/4" OD, 3/8" ID rubber hose with spring clasp clamp -- EASY to see and access!
3.) Disconnect the hose and attach an extension line to a translucent 1gal jug in an catch pan (for overflow/spills).
4.) The steel return line may drip into a second catch pan.
5.) Snuggly attach a clear extension line to the dip-stick tube with a funnel. (I inserted a clear plastic kitchen "baster" keeping the refill level from overflowing at top of the "baster"/funnel).
6.) Start the engine and put in gear (automatic) until approx 1/2 gal OLD is collected and turn off engine.
7.) Fill approx 1/2 gal NEW.
8.) Repeat for approx 2 1/2 gals until bright pink is dispensing.
9.) Reattach radiator/trans Return line.
10.) Adjust fluid level to the low side of the "Cold" mark on dip-stick (so you can top-off to the Hot mark).
11.) Drive vehicle until transmission is up to approx 115 deg. F and adjust fluid level to "Hot" mark.
12.) Reattach the plastic shield using new plastic push-pins.
13.) This should replace the Trans, Torque Converter, and Radiator Cooler with ALL New Fluid.
NOTE: For Sealed transmissions attach an extension line with funnel to the steel Return line (instead of the non-existent "dip-stick tube").
Happy motoring!
Finally a good SIMPLE video to explain this procedure THANK YOU.
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Total unconcerned arrogance from Toyota to make it this difficult to change the ATF fluid, not even providing a dipstick. They don't care about their customers. Oh yeah, I forgot according to them, they have "lifetime" fluid. What BS.
At a bare minimum they should have at least provided a dipstick. I agree though. Thank you for watching!
thank you very much for this video!
I had never seen it heard anything of the like this until recently, on my girlfriends 08 Avalon. I have owned 1 Chevy and 5 Nissans (not cvt ones, regular a/t) and all have had a dipstick and very easy to service and manual says to change it every 30k to 40k. My brother's 06 Altima is the same way with well over 100k miles and fluid changed regularly. My one frontier has over 220k on it still shifting great. All running with no trans issues.
On her Avalon, I originally backed away from changing the fluid because Toyota says it's not necessary. Well yesterday I was backing it into the garage and the transmission started slipping so badly the rpms raised and the car stopped moving totally. then I tried to pull it out back out and drive and it wouldn't even go and drive so I put it in park and let it just run for a minute and then it would go again. It has been shifting weird and she said it was very lagging and seemed to be slipping lately. This car was bought new by the family in 2008 and has had a very easy life with only 88,000 miles on it. I'm going to try changing the fluid and see if that helps it, hopefully it does.
Thank you for demystifying this process!
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You answered my question on transmission fluid changes. I was wondering if you need fancy equipment to do the job on the Toyota sealed trans the answer is no Thanks for the video.
I got a 2015 Yaris CVT here in the UK,no need to remove the wheel and splash guard,there is room from the top of engine.It took 2.2L and my straw was yellow. I filled it up using a hose on a funnel from under the hood,like what the college kids do "Chugging" beer,just some info for anyone out there. I marked the bolt before removing with black touch up paint,so i know how far to tighten it back up.
Awesome . Simple and The best most clear video pf how to do it . Theres dozens of videos showing bullshit . This is the best way .I drain it when my infrared Thermometer hits 80 . Just to be on the safe side not to drain access fluid off
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Thanks for a good video. You may want to point out torque spec when tighten the fill plug
... Valvoline "Max-Life" World-Standard Compatible Transmission Fluid is only $18.00 per-gallon at Walmart ... I use it in my Corolla and it really saves me a bunch of money when I do this Repeated-Drain & Fill transmission flushing ... Thanks for highlighting this in your excellent video ...
It has worked well for me. Thank you for watching!
World-Standard Compatible Transmission Fluid on the label says 'not for CVT'. can we still use it for Corolla, as it has CVT? Thank you.
@@VinayakGovande No. CVT needs different ATF. Valvoline has a specific ATF for CVT. Or amsoil, if you don't mind paying more.
@@VinayakGovande Nooooo. Always use the specified fluid.
Good video, very illustrative and concise. Kindly give a list of the hand tools you used in the video. Thanks
Thanks for the compliment! The hand tools I used were as follows:
Breaker bar(1/2" drive)
Ratchet (3/8" drive)
1/2 to 3/8 adapter or reducer
6mm hex or allen
10mm, 21mm, 24mm sockets
3/8" ratchet extension (3 inches long)
IR thermometer
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I drained my fluid, I got around 2 quarts same as this video, so I just refill it with 2 quarts, what came out is what I refilled.
Thank you for the video. May i kindly recommend wearing nitrile gloves ? We don't know what those chemicals do to our bodies. I appreciate the technique of not going out and buying a scanner to monitor temp with. Thanks again !
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Don't forget to use a new crush washer when reinstalling the drain plug for the final time.
There is a transmission thermostat bypass you are supposed to pin open with a smaller hex wrench, this way when you pull the inner straw it drains the cooler inside the radiator as well...usually when you do that, you get approx 4 quarts per drain out rather than just 2~ quarts
However EXCELLENT post and showing how to change fluid on a sealed Toyota Sienna transmission! Thanks for this
If you pin open the thermostat and get out more fluid, will you need to keep the pin in the thermostat open when you refill with approx 4 quarts and run the engine? I'm concerned about the air gap caused by a closed thermostat and the possible air cavitation, thanks!
Only certain Toyota’s have that bypass
Hi, what did he mean at the end by saying :"doing this 2 or 3 more times"? Thanks.
Best video on the fluid changes
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No it is not, he was not level it probably, so it is under fill. Watch other video where they remove the whole pan and explained it.
I was level for sure front to back and side to side.
Nice & easy direction
Ditch the red straw by throwing it in the trash. Just measure how much fluid drained out when the engine is cold in a graduated container and put the same amount of fluid back in. Make sure the new fluid going in is the same temp as what came out by leaving it outside with the vehicle over night.
Your method will certainly work assuming the transmission fluid level is proper to begin with, an assumption with some risks. It is also not practical if one is conducting multiple drain and fills as one job.
@armchairtin-kicker503 You shouldn't do multiple drain and fills as one job. You need to drive a few hundred miles in between drain and fills to get the new fluid into the torque converter. And yes, I was talking about tranny cases that aren't wet and leaking.
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The drain plug has a washer on it to be replaced... a NEW one is cheap and any leakage of ATF can be VERY cost;y. Get a new plug washer and a new gasket to install after the pan is removed and cleaned and before filling with fresh ATF.
Just to add something to this great vid. The one thing that can be a problem is the 6MM hex drain plug. I'm sure toyota chose this size so as not to over torque the plug. However over years this can get significantly corroded and the 6MM hex hole will just strip when trying to remove it even though I used a rust buster type of solvent to help with this issue. In this case a good pair of Channel Locks and few gentle taps with a mallet is your friend. A big pair of vice grips would work too. Also in my case I measured 62 ounces of fluid drained. Hope this helps.
very efficient video. covered everything very well in a short amount of time. thanks!
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If you are very brave, after the pan is drained run the car briefly in park and some more fluid will come out. I got 96 ounces instead of 57. But this is the torque converter draining probably and I can't decide if it's actually a good idea or not. And that fluid was more dirty than the fluid in the pan. And I used maxlife and will keep using it. Maxlife says it meets WS and it's full synthetic. It's been great in my S10, my honda accord and all my subarus.
Clearanceman2 that’s why he says to drain multiple times - repeat the process
Very easy and clean job tanks keep up the good job
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If you remove the bottom and filter, more fluid will come out. You will be able to change about 4 qts out of 6.9. (Toyota Camry).
How hot was the car when you first pulled the plug?
In order to level the vehicle, it is better to use four jack stands, not two. First, place chocks on a rear wheel, jack up the front and place jack stands. Then Jack up the rear and place jack stands. Reverse the procedure to lower vehicle to the ground. (Personally I prefer ESCO 10499 Low Profile Performance Jack Stands along with DEDC Universal Aluminum Grooved Magnetic Jack Pads. They are not cheap, but they are certainly dependable. They also facilitate tire rotations.)
Great video! Helped me out tremendously. Thanks!
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Fantastic video! Best I’ve seen.
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Good video. This explains it the best.
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Thank you for the very detailed explanation.
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Thank you sir very clear easy to understand this the best video I watch
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Excellent video - thank you for thorough tool overview and process. Speaking of tool overview, may not hurt to include level. I used 6 inch magnetic - not on upper frame, but on transmission oil pan (side to side & front to back) to check level.
Was pleasantly surprised no jacks or lifting required, could easily reach underneath to confirm level while parked on garage floor and with front wheels turned all the way left, could undo the plastic pane and trans refill plug.
So once level is confirmed, brought trans temp to 104F-113F, removed drain plug and straw, drained -> re-installed straw, finger snugged drain-plug, added 2.5 qts, started motor -shifting thru gears, confirmed temp 104F-113F, removed plug letting it drain until gurgle (with motor running), then reinstalled plug tight taking spent ATF to oil recycler.
I think that's exactly what you've demonstrated in the video, right?
Thanks for the awesome guide!
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Based on this vid, I did multiple drain/refills and discovered that you dont need to remove the wheel. Turn it all left all the way and you have enough clearance to access the fill plug and you can access the drain plug by feeling it. You will just need a low profile pan to hold upto 2 or 2.5 quarts of fluid
Vehicle supposed to be running while you opening drain valve... if it comes out it, will come out. if it's not you ! have to add a little bit more
Still relevant in 2022 on my 2011 Toyota. Great Video and helped clarify the process. How do you explain the amount of fluid that came out the first time you pulled the bolt on the pan? Was it overfilled and stayed that way?
Mine had almost a 3/4 of quart come out. Then after removing the straw another 2 quarts.
After filling up with 3 quarts and heating up to 96F at the pan and removing the drain bolt it drained about 2 quarts without removing the straw. I will do this again in a year. Car has 130K miles. Dealer did the first change at 65K.
Hi. FYI, you’re not actually following the drain and fill procedure the way it’s intended. Hope you’re fluid level isn’t too low. Look at the Car Care Nuts UA-cam channel for a more detailed overview of this procedure.
Excellent video and explanation. Thank you
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Amazing video ,when u recommend the next 2 quarts,change?
I usually do it at the oil change interval. 5k miles for myself. Thank you for watching and please consider giving the video a thumbs up if you haven’t already! Thank you!
Thank you so much!
Great video! Thank you!
Spectacular video !!
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.The best video, thank you
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I have heard you should not use a laser temperature gun because it only measures the outside temperature. Instead you should use a an OB II scanner or even a meat thermometer to directly measure the temperature of the actual fluid and not just the pan
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@@5MinuteFixit - last time I did this on my Highlander the IR tracked consistently 2 deg lower than my ScanGauge so I would feel confident using it as well
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Thanks for uploading this tutorial im about to do mine and this will be very very helpfull👍💯💯💯
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Ah so the hex key is the same for the inner red plastic thing. Thanks !
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Simply explained 👍🏻
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I change the ATF in my older vehicles that have a dipstick. I have been wondering if I could change the ATF in my newer Toyotas as well. Thank you for the video.
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@@5MinuteFixit question is safe mix OEM fluid with valvoline ATF synthetic ?
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If you heat it up maybe 7-10 minutes prior to the procedure and then do the draining.. around 4 quarts should come out. And doing that every 60K should suffice and the transmission will outlast the vehicle.
Not true. Hot or cold roughly 2-2.5 quarts comes out in most Toyota’s. At least most videos I have seen as well as my Highlander
Awsome, very good video. Gracias!
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Can you make a 2015 Rav 4 Trany oil change video? Please..
Just subbed, love your content.
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I was told doing this on my 2007 lexus gs350 would hurt the transmission
Not if you do it right. Never changing the fluid is really bad. Letting jackboots from from some shop do a flush is bad and they will probably screw it up.
Good video Thanks!
Thanks!
Great video!
Eduardo Hernandez Thank You!
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Hello! You have changed only part of the oil. For a complete change, repeat this several times until the oil is light. Remove the pan and change the filter is also necessary.
Yes at the end of the video I state you have to repeat this process 2-3 more times to get a majority of the fluid changed, this is for people that do not wish to drop the pan and change the filter. Thanks for watching!
Are you deaf? He clearing states that in the video. Smh
Good work👍
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hey thats pretty simple!! why r the dealers saying that us DIY people are not allowed to service transmissions at home anymore
I have a 2009 camry that i'll have to get rid of when i finish school... so might have to get a newer one later with no dipstick. just hope ill have easy access to those cooler lines so i can flush the fluid too. I'm always a die hard toyota fan though.
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Change the filter and more fluid is changed and a better job done.
March 2020: I'm about to do the same procedure, including Valvoline. Still running well? Thanks for the video.
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Thanks for great video
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shame its not a Honda. 3 quarts drained amd 3 back in every oil change.Simple. Do it a few times the fluid will be bright red. Use DW1 which is cheap though.
This video is perfect
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The Lexus service bulletin for the U660F and E says check at normal operating temperature of 185-194. How are people getting 104-113F. Every manual I’ve seen states 185-194F
because most car that came to the dealer has already fully warmed up. So toyota release a new bulletin along with a longer tube that specifically measure for 185-194F. The plastic tube that came with the vehicle is designed for 104-113F
Can you open the tube that takes atf to the coolant, let it drain out as you add more fluid. And there by flushing the whole system?
Hi, thanks for the informative video. One question, do I need to check the temperature if I change the fluid at normal room temp, letting the car sit in the garage over night then jack it up, drain all the fluids out and measure exactly how much it drained out. Then fill it back in the exact amount? That way I save myself $150 from buying the temp gun. Thanks!
Those temperature guns are not expensive.
Exactly what I do...measure exactly. No temp gun needed.
HArbor Freight has the temp gun cheap.
thats what im planning to do even through i have a temp gun, its better to put exact amount back in since theres no way more would get inside it. Worst case theres maybe slight less than when it had fluids since new.
Assuming your fluid is at the correct level now, it will work. Be ABSOLUTELY sure the fluid is at room temp.
Is there a filter screen in these transmissions that would need to be serviced?
Idk. Some tech said do not replace a transmission filter on Toyota.
great job i liked it! do you have to have both wheels up in the air or one, when doing the last part which is just draining the fill tube? i am thinkin about just sliding in there with both wheels on the ground so its an accurate level car and the fill tube will drain the rite amount? thanks!
You need the have the vehicle as level as possible for the final drain. Hopefully this helps! Thank you for watching and please consider giving the video a thumbs up if you haven’t already! Thank you!
@@5MinuteFixit oh i did! so i would think the inital and final drain should be level? thanks
Thanks a lot, very clear and helpful for my 2014 Sienna first time transmission fluid change. Are you planning to do a video for AWD front transfer case and rear differential fluid change as well?
Thanks for watching, I’m glad you found it helpful! My Sienna unfortunately isn’t AWD so no plans for those videos, but I do have other Sienna and 4Runner maintenance videos on my channel if you are interested. Thanks again and please consider giving the video a thumbs up if you haven’t already!
How can I do a complete flush in a 2014 Rav4? Looks it should be the same as in that Lexus.
Sooo, I have a little different method with same tools, no super expensive diagnostic equipment. It’s pretty fool proof. Drain fluid, measure amount as you did then add roughly 1/2 quart extra, cycle transmission as you did, and get it up to temp, the transmission pan will be roughly 95-100 degrees, open check plug, drain enough fluid into pan and immediately check the fluid temp with a heat gun instead of the transmission pan. I found this method to be more accurate because when measuring the temp on the pan, the temp varied about 10 a degree difference which takes it out of range for the servicing check plug. If oil temp is in range pull check plug and let it drain but don’t completely run it until it stops, it should trickle out more like an 80 year old dude with prostate issues trying to take a pee. Jk. Anyway, hope this helps somebody else out there. I felt much more confident with checking the oil temp directly than the outside of the transmission pan itself. As an aside, Toyota needs to stop this nonsense. They have a good reputation, but they too are becoming more and more of a pain in the ass work on their vehicles and with a big recall for the 22 tundra that’s coming, parts shortages because of “lean” management they need to reverse course. Or they too will have their reputation drug through mud like so many other auto companies. Thanks for posting your video, it helped.
I like your version of this method, as long as whoever is changing their fluid can get an accurate reading I think they are good! Thank you for watching and for putting your method in writing for others. If you are interested I have other Toyota maintenance videos on my channel! Thank you!
Thank you sir!
babl22 you’re welcome! Thank you for watching!
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I appreciate that! I’ll take a thumbs up on the in its place! Thanks for watching, glad it was helpful!
Good video
Thank you for watching I'm glad it was helpful!
About how long does it take the transmission fluid to reach 105 degrees after starting engine?
Good job
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Check level while the car is running
A faster way is to get a hose small enough to fit in the drain plug/plastic straw and put a couple qrts in through it then start the engine go through the gears then check
That’s not a bad idea, just might be a little tough finding a hose and pump small enough to fit. Thank you for the idea and for watching!
@@5MinuteFixit I worked for a oil change place for over 6 yrs and that's how we did it, u just need to find a hose small enough to fit in the check plug then step up hose sizes to fit whatever kind of pump your using, we first used the hand siphon pump which sucked and made a mess then to a 5gal bucket with a hand pump, then finally to a normal hydraulic pump with a gauge so all u gotta do is pull the trigger, careful though u r gonna want to hold the trans end in because the pressure can blow it out and that's a mess u don't wanna clean, thanks for the reply
Thanks foe the explanatory video once again.
There seems to be much emphasis on getting exact fluid back into transmission after the drain.
I wish to ask: what exactly happens if fluid is overfilled. What happens when more fluid is filled back in than the fluid taken out?
Will this cause a serious transmission failure?
Or will everything still work normally.
Strive Upwards it will cause gaskets and seals on your transmission to leak. That’s how it works on and engine anyway
Thank you 🙏
So sorry to bother you again.
I have a problem with my ‘05 V8 4Runner.
I noticed the transmission started behaving strangely during a long trip.
So I parked in the nearest safe location. Looked under the hood and saw fluid oozing, which I traced to the twin pipes(under the radiator) bearing transmission fluid to and from the trans cooler (in front of the radiator).
For the transmission to have started behaving strange, I believe significant volume of fluid must have been lost.
Now, I do not know the exact volume to refill neither do I know how to check the level after a refill. I have bought 2pcs of 4 liter Toyota ATF WS.
I will greatly appreciate if anyone can provide information as to where/how to check the level of this sealed transmission system as there is no dip stick.
I am not an auto engineer but have some basic experience with Toyota 4Runners(I have owned 3 3rd gens. But this sealed transmission).
I DO NOT WANT TO GO TO THE DEALERSHIP OR ANY SHOP.
Both your engine and transmission is designed for a normal level of oil. Having your crankshaft or gear box swimming in oil may not be that good. However too low will cause wear and possibly failure. When the pan drain plug was initially removed a half quart or less came out. This tells me a half quart in the drain pan is OK.
Could you explain a little more about doing this two or three more times? Do I simply get to the last step, turn off the engine, and all the steps again. then repeat for the third time? Is there a reason behind this? Sorry for the questions and my lack of knowledge on these transmissions..
Bradley C this method is if you don’t want to drop the transmission pan. Therefore you are basically diluting the old fluid with the new fluid you are replacing it with so each time you do it you are replacing a percentage of the fluid. That’s why it has to be done 2-3 more times. Thank you for watching and please consider giving the video a thumbs up if it was helpful! Thank you!
Howdy! Gonna do this myself, however I want to clarify you pull the drain plug again because it’ll level out the top of the straw which would be the excess correct? 🤔
When you remove the plug again and that drains the excess fluid out. Make sure you do this with the engine running and on a level surface. Please consider subscribing if this has helped you out! Thanks!
5 Minute Fix it Why do you suggest the engine should be running? Haven’t heard that before. Are you referring to the correct temperature range upon refilling so it reaches the correct level?
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The engine has to be running. If it's not running you'll drain too much out because no fluid will be pumped into the torque converter.
Thank you for the video! Just to clarify, you do the whole process two to three more times? Or just the heating and draining of excess fluid?
The whole process...that will effectively “replace” the old fluid. Thanks for the comment and check out my “Part 2” where I do this process again comparing two methods of checking the transmission fluid temperature. Thanks for the comment and please consider subscribing if you haven’t already!
NO DIPSTICK! TOYOTA Transmission Fluid Change Comparing ScanGauge 2 to IR Thermometer WS ATF Part 2. ua-cam.com/video/f7QwdcFagCw/v-deo.html
Thank you for the video BUT I did not understand what you said at the end about "doing this 2 or 3 more times". Could you please clarify what you said? Thanks so much.
Looks like you didn’t get a reply. What he is trying to get across is that the transmission fluid capacity is roughly 3 times what can be drained out from the pan each time you remove the plug and the straw. So, in order to get a majority of fluid out you’ll need to accomplish this procedure two or three times after the initial drain and fill.
When you drained the fluid on the third drain, was the fluid still black in color?
If repeating the process for a more thorough fluid change, should the vehicle be driven a while between changes? Thanks so much!!
Yes it should, that will cycle the new fluid in and dilute the old fluid. Thanks for watching.
5 Minute Fix it thanks!
Cool thanks
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Great demo explaining and showing all the finer nuances for the DIYers. Thank you
As for keeping the Van level, how do you do it with the Van on 3 wheels and two jacks on the front or did you jack up all four wheels?
a b thanks for the compliment. I jacked up front wheels and I have a hitch on the rear of the van that I jack up the rear with. Thank you for watching please consider subscribing if this video helped! Thank you!
@@5MinuteFixit Following the vid, I finally got this done last month. Did it thrice over five days and on my 2nd flush discovered that it can be done without removing the driver side wheel. That saves a lot of time making this maintenance routine. 1st time took almost 85 minutes as I wanted to be sure and took it slow. The next two times, 20 minute tops. All you need is a low profile flat pan to hold upto max 2.5 quarts of oil
With the wheels turned all the way to the left, the plastic cover and the drain bolt are directly visible. The tranny drain bolt however is not but it is easily reachable from the wheel side and you can just feel it and unbolt both the drain plug and the plastic insert.
a b thank you for the info, that will make the job quicker for sure! Thank you for watching as well!
Great video. I read that you have to flush the chamber with new oil before refilling the old one. Is that true?
Electronic Parts thanks for the compliment! You can do that, I just personally think that is not necessary, IMHO. The procedure I outline here is basically a dilution method that needs to be repeated at least a couple times to get the majority of the fluid changed. Thank you for watching! Please consider subscribing if this video was helpful! Thank you!
Why did you not change the filter