2010-2017 Toyota Camry 2.5L transmission replacement

[@aznightstalker]

Because of him being so thorough with the job and R&R instructions is why I subscribed to this channel. Not very many mechanics like this guy left in the world. A1 mechanic here. 👍🏼

[@RustBeltAuto]

Too many people are trying to bury us.

[@michaelrios6292]

One of the most thorough R&R videos I’ve ever seen. Thanks so much for taking the extra time to be so detailed.

[@osmanmiranda67]

Man! What a beast is this guy is a master of craft! Wow, respect!

[@DunateoRom8v37]

Man I love the no $#!+ Attitude from this fellow.

[@craighester884]

I found myself literally laughing out loud on multiple occasions during his commentary! I don't have a trans issue, I was jus looking for a sensor and where it bolds onto the trans. Loved it! Great video. Thanks!!!

[@greggkoehler6826]

Dude spot on subscribed after about 1 min when you started with the 10 mm and called every size tool you used. Yes i will be watching your other vids. Dude have the same jacket as you lol thanks

[@BigMac-in7ft]

Much respect, don't think I'd try it without a lift though. Shows why the labor costs are so high.

[@sephiroth7818]

Toyota techs remove the engine and transmission together, that's why their labor cost is high.

[@richardmorse5307]

You’ve got guts to tackle that. Job well done!!

[@vbidou17]

The Torque converter of my RAV4 is kaput, and I will have to do the same work. Your video is just wonderful ! Big thanks.

[@Thetexaschainsaw]

I will never attempt this repair i just wanted to see how it was done nice work man

[@Bigjamez2011]

Blessed to have found this video ! Excellent thorough video of RR transmission removal . I’m replacing the torque converter now and this was an amazing help

[@168grhp]

Wow, even with good tools and a lot of knowledge, this job looks like a lot of work.

[@petar443]

16:50 This is a great tip man.Thanks.Actually the whole video is PLATINUM for DIY guy!

[@RustBeltAuto]

Thanks for watching.

[@jgtn5156]

Good video! Listening to Tool in the background made it even better.

[@gojjjddoooj]

Thank you for the video! watching this i realize im really in for a treat!! I have to replace the torque converter on my 13 camry, plan on doing it in my garage, no experience on newer cars or automatic transmissions, just changed a few clutches on old VW's.. having a feeling this is going to take me a week in my garage at home! after the torque converter/transmission issues with toyotas i just bought a 22 6 speed manual toyota corolla hatchback... id rather deal with changing my clutch than a trans or torque converter!

[@jg4hunnid]

Update

[@0Rhiino0]

“I DONT WANT TO DO THIS ANYMORE “ Priceless

[@mrimtheamazing1]

Such a great video, very detailed and gives great ideas for those difficult spots. Thanks!

[@Swanie76]

Great video! Great job of documenting everything! Hats off to ya bro!

[@Kahnklingon84]

Great video now I'm more motivated to pay someone to do the work 🤣 great music btw #tool🤫

[@RustBeltAuto]

Thanks! Just a little background noise.😙🎶

[@raymathews7035]

I agree with you,I think I would let a shop do this,someone with experience on how to do this,like a transmission shop.

[@JohnDoe-hx1wx]

Haha I could feel your pain when you said "I don't want to do this anymore"....this is the third time I'm watching this video because I gotta take the transmission out a second time because the pump crapped out...

[@benengleman1707]

how'd it go? did you need a lift or were you able to put the car on high blocks to remove the subframe there

[@JohnDoe-hx1wx]

@@benengleman1707 ended up taking out again from the bottom. I took the subframe off , and lifted car high enough to be able to slide tranny out

[@boydguie8129]

Wow,. That is a lot of work. You are the man .

[@JazzLowrider]

That's why I'm a big fan of the old days Manual Transmission much simpler and the last the life time of multiple cars,minimum maintenance.

[@RustBeltAuto]

Everything now days is created with the intention of planned obsolescence. If something breaks down, or doesn't last, it becomes corporate profit. Exotic, and luxury cars are designed with the highest failure rate. Unfortunately, trucks that are supposed to be the most utilitarian, are now catering to the luxury car enthusiast's. In most cases, older is better. If this economy crashes from a currency crisis, things that can be rebuilt will stand the test of time, just like the old days.

[@JazzLowrider]

@@RustBeltAuto i agree its all about the dollar, Toyota tells you trans fluid is for life, they figured its should last around 60 k miles, and after that you're on your own

[@RustBeltAuto]

"Lifetime fluid" is a funny word. It IS planned obsolesence.

[@seymourscagnetti1413]

EXCELLENT REPAIR! YOU SIR, ARE A HEARTY SOUL. THAT'S A LOT OF HARD WORK. TIME TO PUT AWAY YOUR TOOLS FOR A LITTLE WHILE. YOU HAVE 25 DISLIKES, AND YOU AND I ARE GOING TO TRACK THOSE SONS-A-BITCHES DOWN.

[@antares4141]

Great video! I was a little unclear as to how you got the exact correct amount of fluid back in. And what the Max22 was? I know ordinarily you want to stick with factory recommended and not mix it with anything else.

[@C2525-k7i]

Excellent video!

[@gch8155]

OmG …what a smart guy 😱👏👏👏👏👏

[@pointblank1402]

Hi bro. I would like to know why you put in 7 qts of oil and then removed oil after half hour? How much did you remove? What has the temperature go to do with the gearbox function. I will be doing a converter seal replacement next week. Thanks.

[@RustBeltAuto]

Transmission fluid expands with heat, and is checked at operating temperature. This thing has a check plug, and no dipstick. You overfill it, get it hot, pull the plug, and let it pour out. When the fluid goes from a pour to a dribble, you put the plug in. I though I explained that pretty well.

[@marvinramireztejada1848]

One question what happend if u dont take the extra oil out

[@omarparanoes2150]

Dude you are the greatest ever.... Thank you

[@RustBeltAuto]

Greatest ever does not fit my description. That's a little over the top. You're welcome.

[@joaquinvasquez7923]

Great job!! If you don't mind me asking.... how much did you charge the lady?

[@RustBeltAuto]

The deal of the decade.

[@420beatzzz]

You are a life saver bro … i did an engine swap on a camry exactly like this but had no idea how i was getting those little 6 bolts back on thank you so much for a through breakdown 🫡🫡👍🙏🙏🙏🙏 many thanks

[@jaysonwatt8973]

I haven't watch the whole thing yet, but does this transmission require reprogramming when replacing with a used one?

[@RustBeltAuto]

I did not.

[@tsukki_amv2848]

My 2012 Camry is one of those unlucky ones with the shuttering in the transmission and faulty torque convertors. Toyota replaced it about 2 years ago (for free) but it still has some issues starting up again. At 136k miles I feel my Camry may need a new transmission before 150k. Very disappointed. I bought the Camry because of perceived reliability that Toyota is known for. There is no way I would attempt this job myself. Thanks for showing us.

[@aaron2700]

same here.. mine is @ 250k its beet shuddering the last 100k,, but when im acceleration from a stop i leave it in 3rd gear till 35mpg.. i never get shuddering that way

[@technocody9296]

Whenever you feel shudder. If you intended to keep up speed and not slow down, rev up to over 3,500 rpm to stop shudder then rev back down to normal so you won't feel shudder temporary. If you are about to stop or slow down to traffic, lay off gas and shudder will immediately stopped so you can push gas pedal without shudder. Drove like that since 3 years because Toyota refused replace mine cuz high mileage.

[@bluegrassman3040]

I own a 2013 Camry that has the TC shudder. I never knew about the recall they had till mine was passed 150,000. I mostly used sport mode to shift it manually whenever I’m in slower traffic/stoplights or up and down hills and it’s till going. Bought the car with under 30,000 miles and it now has 268,000.

[@oruebubechukwu]

Work a lot. Like 8hr! Wow but thank for tip ! I ll fix my car 2018 Camry for transmission replacement

[@thenman23]

you already need a tranny replacement wtf??

[@pcysneros]

Yeah 2018 car needed a transmission change?

[@oruebubechukwu]

Yes it replaced transmission because it was a leak and damaged the transmission. That why I order the transmission and fix it. Not flush it with fluid transmission

[@Dexoz607]

guys is avalon 2012 gear same as camry 2011 gear ?

[@BostonMark]

when Rust hits a car it's a whole new ball game. If welding ain't your thing and cutting that collar might not be a good idea it comes off easy 3 mount bolts take the cv axel out with the mount collar. Lay it on the ground step on the axel and mini sledge hammer even around.... pop goes the weasel

[@MrBeeradb1]

Where is nrust belt auto located?You seem like an honest mechanic which is rare these days.

[@RustBeltAuto]

MN

[@geecrawdad]

@@RustBeltAuto I knew that. I saw Fargo. Great video btw

[@RustBeltAuto]

@@geecrawdad remember those two slutty broads in the movie from White Bear Lake? That's my home town. A personification of reality.

[@geecrawdad]

@@RustBeltAuto Hey, my best friend married a gal named Linda from White Bear Lake in 1976 right out of college - St Cloud State. I don't recall those ladies of questionable morals but I'd like to watch that movie again.

[@RustBeltAuto]

@@geecrawdad In 1976, I was 5. Everything from that era in White Bear Lake was questionable.

[@hayden93]

Is this a good diy? And would this work the same for a v6?

[@rockgoddess2996]

I just had a rebuilt transmission put in my 2012 Camry when I picked it up from the shop to steering was very stiff. They had somebody driving around and said it should be fine after i drive it for a bit. Can u please comment on this?

[@RustBeltAuto]

Have your service rando steer it. Obviously you drove it a bit, and it's still not fine. Sometimes you may need to bleed out the power steering. There is a procedure for that, but driving it usually takes care of it.

[@rockgoddess2996]

@@RustBeltAuto ok thank you. As long as it’s normal. I was worried that maybe they didn’t align something right

[@toxichammertoe8696]

How many total hours did it take for you to replace the transmission and install a new one?

[@RustBeltAuto]

It takes a long time when you are doing a video.

[@jasonrawls6959]

How do you remember how to put all that stuff back together? I guess you make a video of it...

[@brontehunter94]

I have a 2001 transmission I want to reinstall but I’m trying to see what I have to disassemble to take out the old transmission wondering if you could help

[@definitionXrp]

is the 4cyl engines that have the bad transmission or its just something you can't avoid?? I have 2012 toyota camry never replaced my torque converter and it's never broken down since 2014 but I'm ready for new car with out shuddering trans...which years don't have the shaky transmission

[@RustBeltAuto]

None of them are supposed to have a shaky transmission.

[@definitionXrp]

@@RustBeltAuto but they do...2012-2014 failled torque converter toyota covers it

[@henrynguyen6665]

Do you happen to have a part number for that rubber seal/gasket that goes in before the torque converter? Looking to do this job soon, thanks!

[@RustBeltAuto]

I do not

[@mehzadtoofan7416]

I enjoyed your work. Woooow.... What a great job you did. Just a quick question. How did you put back everything together on memory? I would had left nuts and bolts forgetting where they were removed from

[@RustBeltAuto]

That's how I do everything. It's like an organized mess.

[@jpgentleman3490]

Did you turn trac control off in order to get the fluid into the converter?? When I did then I added 11 qts, about 3 extra, and 5 drained out. I feel as though I did something wrong, now my car wont take off if I don’t let it warm up first.

[@RustBeltAuto]

No

[@khandiyoung8792]

Will I have to do the same for an 07 Camry ? I have a punctured rear main seal, just throwing all my transmission fluid up soon as I pour it in and crank him up. I’ve been looking at videos of doing the seal without dropping the transmission. Is it possible, because I can never find one with my year. Either an 95-06 or 2008-2017. I don’t really want to remove my transmission, being that it will be my first time. However I’m very willing to remove it to do what I have to do. Because I’ve been looking online also videos and yours is the best one by far.

[@RustBeltAuto]

Yours is a little different. I have done engines on those too. It comes out the top, and you pull the wiring harness through the firewall, and leavin it all on the engine. You choose.

[@khandiyoung8792]

Thanks man I didn’t even know you replied I appreciate it

[@sunmincho1978]

What is the torch that you used? Most butane torches do not raise temperature high enough. I would like to have what you used. Thanks in advance.

[@RustBeltAuto]

MAP gas. It's the yellow bottle.

[@sunmincho1978]

@@RustBeltAuto thank you! I appreciate it!!!

[@JesusCruz-my3ob]

I can relate the *I don't wanna do this anymore *

[@georgesadler7830]

Thank you for the video.

[@RustBeltAuto]

You're Welcome...

[@michaelmilner1863]

Very Good video. 1 Question for you, I got a Camry i am about to tackle same process with. no dipstick = overpaid engineer. Question is, can the torque converter just be replaced, or is the whole tranny shot. I got this vibration from tranny at certain low rpm ranges that gradually getting worse, so assuming its that torque converter.

[@RustBeltAuto]

I doubt it is a converter. When something is spinning, and is full of fluid, it has a habit of balancing its self. Unless you believe it has a slipping lock up converter clutch. I personally wouldn't even take a chance with all that work, and of course I could be wrong about something.

[@fisherbrown903]

hoow many hour do u charge for this job change transmission 2.5L ? 5hr？

[@austinbranscomb7135]

I have a leaky rear main seal on my camry. After watching this I might just sell it

[@topherd1011]

What year

[@austinbranscomb7135]

@@topherd1011 2010. Its not the rear main. I figured out it was the vvt sprocket

[@podatrb3360]

Idiot..

[@austinbranscomb7135]

@@podatrb3360 ?

[@gatuno1957]

exelent mechanic

[@treychavis2232]

Does this transmission have to be flashed after install? Did this job two month ago and switched over the Transmission Module from the previous transmission and the transmission failed maybe 45 days later... I'm being told it's because the transmission wasn't flashed...🤕

[@RustBeltAuto]

Don't know for sure. I did not.

[@tirtasteel4466]

Dont need to drain a/t fluid first , Before remove front axle ?

[@RustBeltAuto]

Maybe not.

[@ezram8511]

Was the transmission making a dragging noise? Or what was the reason for replacement? I have a 2012 its making a dragging type noise like if a plastic cover was dragging. Im thinking transmission is the issue. Wheel bearing and axles are new and no plastic covers are hitting or dragging

[@RustBeltAuto]

It didn't work.

[@maameyhaa3039]

My 2009 Toyota Camry has 13 pins gearbox,what will happen if i tapped and change to 10 pins gearbox.Will the gear work perfectly for the car?

[@RustBeltAuto]

I would not recommend such a thing, and have no idea.

[@X23armas]

Did you put any transmission fluid in the torque converter

[@RustBeltAuto]

No need to do such a thing.

[@JoseRamos-gc2qk]

Mi pregunta tengo un 2012 Toyota camry se necesita programar después d instalar trasmicion

[@RustBeltAuto]

No comprendo. Did you just tell me you were pregnant?

[@deankay4434]

This water under the bridge but they had a recall on torques converters that required a software update as well. I don’t know if it was a lockup issue or what. I have see GM & others do things to hold the front seal in (Some have 3 screws) but the front pump busing? Some use thread locker and stake the aluminum around it, but their are few excuses to the pump bushing to stick to converter unless little supply, little drain back or not centered. That’s crazy! Any root cause determined? I thing I will but a horse and install a post-poop-catch-all behind the tail pipe. Some heavy canvas, snaps and solar heater, then it will look like a 1968 John Deere 4020, grocery wagon not included! ASE Master Tech since 1978-Retired! ( No 2,000 salt spray test will ever impress me again, It needs 100,000 hours plus another 80k in heat at 90 -100 degrees F. Then, all manufactures executives & directors must drive their cars built completely of scotch locks wiring systems ) Damn throwaway cars. That’s what they make.

[@sephiroth7818]

When you get to 14:44 , If I'm only doing a rear main seal, is there enough room to disconnect the trans and turn it/move it away from the engine without dropping the cradle?

[@RustBeltAuto]

Probably not. Good luck trying.

[@donaldpainter628]

I agree a sealed transmission is stupid no matter what it is if it needs fluid or oil to operate you need to be able to check it with a chopstick

[@auaq]

Yes, there is still a way to check your fluid level even in a 'sealed' transmission with no dipstick. There is always going to be a 'fill' and a 'drain' plug. Also, you have to know when and how to check the fluid level.

[@geoffduncanson8668]

Hi, great video. I am considering buying a 2010 with a bad 6 speed manual transmission. Do you know if it's possible to drop it in from above or does it have to come from below? It almost looks worthwhile to lift the engine out.

[@RustBeltAuto]

I take a them out the bottom. Someone else might do it differently.

[@evanknight3629]

You can do it in your driveway if you aren’t intimidated by it you just support the bottom of the engine with a jack stand and drop the trans out the bottom with a regular jack

[@Jjjjjj11q]

You are good my friend

[@JesBu]

One question. What do you think about this transmission U760E, is it good? Do you know if they have quality issues or defects? I have read they have some issues with the torque converter. Thanks for your support.

[@RustBeltAuto]

All automatic transmissions can have issues. Using lamen terminology, there is a lot of stuff going on in there. I prefer manuals. Automatics are for lazy people who spend 15 years of there life stuck in rush hour traffic, or something. They are also quite boring. These have less problems than most.

[@JesBu]

@@RustBeltAuto one question, what do you think could be the best way to extend the transmission life without issues? What would be your recommendations??

[@RustBeltAuto]

@@JesBu dump and fill the fluid every 30k miles. When new. If old, replacing fluid can be questionable

[@jeffreyfurtado3681]

It is a great transmission. I have one no issues at 157k. Lifetime means around 100k miles. Only use Toyota world standard fluid.

[@johnegan3844]

Hey, I have a 2015 Toyota Camry i Just did a drain and fill using Toyota automatic WS fluid. I measured exactly what came out and added exactly same amount back. Odometer 336939 . Had the car since 12k miles never any issue except a transmission shudder at low speeds 37-45 mph noticed it starting at 87k miles. I have Added Lubegard 19610 Instant Shudder Fixx 2 oz every once in a while to slow shudder. I Still drive car daily! I wonder if the seals on the torque converter are bad?

[@yingyangtwins2704]

Awesome job

[@carlosbellvera]

Excelent work very profesional

[@DJdeepjavu]

Impecable job

[@cvisconti4568]

How many miles are on that Camry when you had to replace a transmission?

[@RustBeltAuto]

I can't remember.

[@cvisconti4568]

@@RustBeltAuto okie dokie

[@LukmanHakim-fe5td]

Hi from malaysia!

[@RustBeltAuto]

Yo!

[@zacharyfowler4942]

Only question. How did you know when to stop letting fluid out when checking the level? It looked like it started to dribble a little bit and then you put plug back in. Is that what you did?

[@RustBeltAuto]

Yes. There was a steady stream, and when it started dribbling, I put the plug in.

[@loboloco866]

whow, Sir you are Master of The masters, you are amazing, above and beyond talent, I salut you, I have seen others, and your mastering of The element is unparalleled, thanks a lot.

[@ProfVulture]

Do you have to drop the whole thing to change the vehicle speed sensor?

[@RustBeltAuto]

I don't know. Probably not.

[@fisherbrown903]

u r so pro mr

[@committedfathers]

Good work

[@sundayfagbami1744]

I need and explanation on the replacement for 2011 transmission. Does it require any synchronizing after installation? My mechanic just changed mine but it slips intermittently with no code. The seller of the transmission (Brandywine) said the mechanic did not synchronize it after installations. But my mechanic said that the transmission supplied is not good. Any comment please.

[@RustBeltAuto]

It's a cvt. Maybe you should do what he says. I would check the fluid level first.

[@auaq]

@@RustBeltAuto The camry's never came with a CVT transmission.

[@auaq]

Synchronization?? There's not such thing. Using Techstream you can reset the memory and that enables the ECU to re-learn the driving behaviour of the driver and adapt to different shift time/ shift points.

[@RustBeltAuto]

@@auaq ooh. Srry. Thought it was for some reason. Looked it up, says CVT in hybred Camry only.

[@AlexFlores-jj5bz]

Did this trans require programming after install? Or is it a simple R&R?

[@RustBeltAuto]

I did not

[@thirdgearboogie2210]

Great video man.

[@RustBeltAuto]

Tanks!

[@ivanchostefanovski2351]

J have toyota camry1992 2.2 automatic transmitions but ride only to reverse. Is it possible to replace the automatic transmitions with manual from toyota celica corolla or carina

[@RustBeltAuto]

I don't know.

[@oneundecided]

Thank you for this video. I just purchased my 2017 Toyota Camry. I am just wondering how long my 6-speed automatic transmission may last?

[@RustBeltAuto]

everyone's guess is as good as a psychics.

[@oneundecided]

@@RustBeltAuto Thank you for your prompt reply, I guess I wanted to ask - how reliable is this transmission vs KIA six speed transmission for example?

[@chris2kgreat]

Toyota's Aisin 6 speed transmission is bullet proof. The is easily the best transmission on the market. This is literally the only video I could find on youtube that does a replacement of this transmission. This transmission went bad after the owner did a transmission flush. I personally wont ever flush mine. I think when it comes to engine and transmission, Toyota is top and Kia is not even top 5

[@oneundecided]

@@chris2kgreat Thank you for your reply. How frequently would you recommend Aisin 6 speed transmission oil changes?

[@chris2kgreat]

@@oneundecided i own a 2016 camry which i bought used when it was 3 years old. I personally will never change the transmission oil bcuz the previous owner didnt and so im afraid doing it now might cause problems like transmission slipping. I have heard too many horror stories of people having problems after changing their transmissiom oil. Many peo0le drive their Toyotas more than 250k miles without ever changing transmission fluid. Just make sure you change the engine oil every 5k miles, NO EXCEPTIONS

[@marvinramireztejada1848]

Hey just wondering why at the end you take some oil off the trasmision can somebody tell me why i have to the same in my car so i wonder why that

[@RustBeltAuto]

You need to overfill these things, and drain off the excess to get the right level, because there is no dipstick.

[@Jedi_Luke]

You removed that passenger side CV axle soooo wrong. You forgot the 14mm at the bottom first of all and yes you can unbolt the bolts on the bracket holding the carrier bearing.

[@reggiebynum122]

How much do you charge for a transmission job on a 3010 camry?

[@RustBeltAuto]

I don't know

[@davidescobedo1317]

You live in the future????

[@RustBeltAuto]

@@davidescobedo1317 outer space.

[@mediaguy4037]

He did this one for 800$

[@wilbercastro9641]

That transmission is the same 2013 camry?

[@RustBeltAuto]

My sources say yes. I used car-part.com to find the right one. You need to check your 5th vin#.

[@abbieerin9087]

I have a 2002 Toyota Camry that turns on but won’t drive or reverse. what does this mean?

[@The12345condor]

Is a 2016 corolla cvt k313 trans any different on removal and install except for for the cvt fe fluid??

[@RustBeltAuto]

I don't know.

[@prostopper1752]

Can you interchange a Toyota Camry 2012 transmission with a different engine id engine of Toyota?

[@RustBeltAuto]

Doubt it. A parts look up on car-part.com might give you a good idea.

[@prostopper1752]

@@RustBeltAutois that a legit website?

[@RustBeltAuto]

@@prostopper1752 it's a nation wide junk yard parts locating website. Everybody uses it.

[@rotaryskratch18]

5:00 - My friend, the Chicago Pneumatic CP 717. BEST investment in a tool I've ever made. NOTHING can stop it... absolute UNIT of a destroyer. (it's a .498 shank air hammer for those unaware)

[@RustBeltAuto]

Yes. AP 4980. It's half the price.

[@mzizinuk54]

hi. Question?? Can i put 2016 toyota camry se transmission on 2013 camry se?

[@RustBeltAuto]

My sources say yes. You can look it up on car-part.com to make sure.

[@italosuarez8641]

Full respect to you, friend, uwauuu that is to much, how many hours? To do this.

[@RustBeltAuto]

Depends on the person I suppose.

[@edgarherrera2236]

Un gran trabajo 👍👍👍👍👍

[@ninorohena6010]

Love the video I'm changing one this week my Is a 2011 I'm putting in an 09 transmission do i have to put the old computer in it from the 2011 to the 09? Thank you!

[@blitzkrieg9414]

how much tran fluid does the torque converter take?

[@RustBeltAuto]

I don't know.

[@haydnc7]

whats funny is ive had people tell me its lifetime fluid for a trans on these things which i know is bs. whats your opinion.

[@RustBeltAuto]

My opinion is sometimes best not to have one. Cars don't last a real lifetime. I think a lifetime to a manufacturer is 10 years, and they do not extrapolate how many miles a life is. It's just a made up word. They are in the business of selling you new stuff.

[@auaq]

There's no real easy answer to this question. A lot of manufacturers have designed fluids that's suppose to last say 120 -180k miles. The reason being that a lot of owners tend to upgrade to newer cars say after 3-5 or maybe 8 years, and either sell or trade in their old vehicles. With this trend owner's don't really have to spend too much money on servicing their vehicle a lot. There are certain items that are meant to last as long as they can. There's no definite/fixed schedule to replace/flush out the transmission fluid, sometimes this includes engine coolant too. It all depends on manufacturers maintenance plan. My personal opinion is that as long as the transmission is shifting fine and working fine, then leave it alone. Unless, there's an issue with it then diagnose it first, determine what's the issue, and then follow the recommended repair procedures to repair it. This could be anything from just a simple drain and fill, maybe reprogramming the ECU/TCU, to replacing a component or two of the transmission, or replacing the entire thing. Hope this makes sense.

[@JetP20]

By any chance you're moving to Florida? :)

[@RustBeltAuto]

I don't like hurricanes enough for that.

[@JetP20]

@@RustBeltAuto we need some of your talent here :D

[@-SofaKing-]

You didn't have to reprogram the tcm?

[@RustBeltAuto]

I did not. It's still working.

[@-SofaKing-]

@@RustBeltAuto Thanks for the reply. I may be swapping the trans on a 2016 Camry soon. Sub'd

[@rizwanshafy7609]

Hi Admin and Guest! I have the same Toyota Camry 2009 and has transmission issue. What do you suggest gear repair or replacement. These are the problems I have 1. Problem started with bang sound while shifting P to R 2. 2nd and 3rd gear shifting was very hesitant. 3. Now, only R is working D is working only short distance with low gear and stop in the middle of the road. 4. Transmission oil has burnt smell. Please suggest guys

[@RustBeltAuto]

Probably time to replace the thing. No way to know for sure without looking at it.

[@gregchristian9600]

How long does this job typically take.

[@RustBeltAuto]

It depends.

[@3dsmaxrocks699]

How many hours to change just the torque converter? 2014 Camry. In the shop now and they're saying 4 to 5 days. Hopefully Aamco knows what the F they're doing. My car is like brand new. It just rolled 100K and had the notorious torque shuddering problem. But the car is literally brand new. Engine bay is spotless and so is the underside. Being fixed under warranty thru Carvana. I can't sleep at nights thinking they have my car and don't know what they're doing. They took a whole day to diagnose the problem even after I told them that it's definitely the torque converter. Then they said: Hey, you're torque converter is bad. DUH! Then they put 42 miles on my car to test drive it.

[@RustBeltAuto]

Relax. It's under warranty. They are probably really busy.

[@3dsmaxrocks699]

@@RustBeltAuto I'm trying to but I read reviews of their store and one customer said they took their car home over the weekend and put 100 miles on it. I'm a locksmith and know all about being interupted and running into unforeseen delays. This Aamco just isn't instilling confidence in me by their behavior.

[@mikehand2668]

Great job !!