How to Tacoma DIY Power Steering Drain & Fill

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[@mojorayjones]

I just noticed your Purple Heart plates and wanted to say thanks for your military service, as well as your helpful videos.

[@teamoildrop]

Thank you 😌 it’s been my pleasure. Glad you’re finding them useful!

[@vicroams]

Straight to the point. Love it. If only all channels were like this on KZbin.

[@nastysoda9212]

best way to not introduce any air, also no mess. Thank you!

[@teamoildrop]

My pleasure!

[@Mapledrip40]

Wasnt ready to experience the best tutorial ever made. Good job, more please haha

[@teamoildrop]

Ayyyy thanks! I’ve done everything but brakes and a couple other misc ones! Those will be happening soon, enjoy!

[@Mapledrip40]

​@@teamoildrop steering rack replacement possibly? Haha, thats my current issue. Anyways, subscribed❤

[@teamoildrop]

@@Mapledrip40 the day I need one is the day I film it 😂

[@skeletor2by4]

LOVE these videos man and I love my tacoma for how easy it is to service/maintain! Keep up the good work!

[@teamoildrop]

Thank you brother! 🍻

[@larryzapotocky1363]

Thanks for the great videos! They are very informative and to the point. I only have on suggestion: IMHO, the music interferes with your voice and is distracting. I think the videos would work well without any music. There really isn’t any need for it during the instruction. Thanks again for posting!

[@teamoildrop]

Thanks! I really appreciate it. As for music... I get that, not everyone's cup of tea. The automated closed captions for the most part are (usually) pretty dang accurate so you could mute and watch/read as well... just one way to skin that cat! I'll pay close attention to make sure the music never drowns me out and keep calling me out if it does!

[@4af]

Agreed!

[@19Stifler91]

@@teamoildropkeep the music!

[@donaldstogner9518]

Another nice video. I did mine at 45K and used 7 refills. Keep up the great work!

[@teamoildrop]

Niceee. I’ll do a full flush here soon as well for demonstration purposes. You know, it’s just fun

[@skdog187]

Love your videos. Super helpful. Can you do one on brake bleeding for trd models with electronic booster? Thanks

[@teamoildrop]

It is on that to-do list eventually! And thank you!

[@arrowheadhunter420]

Great video

[@teamoildrop]

🍻 from one maintainer to another

[@arrowheadhunter420]

@@teamoildrop I will be following this method this weekend on my 2013 taco. My 37s like to wear out pumps, so I'm getting a new pump, pressure sensor, and cycling fluid on my newer rack (recently replaced)

[@19Stifler91]

Again, another amazing video. Thank you! Might be a dumb question but can the Toyota ATF WS fluid be used as well? Thank you!

[@teamoildrop]

Thanks for the kind words. Toyota power steering fluid is the best product to use. Some people have used Toyota WS with satisfactory results. Greg

[@abhamber]

Thanks for this video. I have a 2018 and will be doing this soon. Did you develop any leaks after preforming this flush?

[@teamoildrop]

no leaks! Shouldn’t be a chance for it really.

[@coleslaw26742]

What's your recommended approach when the factory power steering fluid is clear in color to begin with? Since this is red, just do 6-7 rounds until it's a nice solid red similar to the new fluid in the container? Thanks for the awesome videos!

[@teamoildrop]

You certainly have the right idea Greg the editor

[@joegonzalez5602]

Team oil drop question. When I remove the old fluid from reservoir do I remove all of it then fill it to the mid max cold line? then repeat.

[@teamoildrop]

All of it that you can get in one big syringe pull, that’s correct!

[@kyleguthrie4598]

So basically start by draining old fluid and adding new fluid in the reservoir and then drive to allow it to pump throughout the system and then repeat until it's red?

[@teamoildrop]

Exactly 👌

[@jasonlane6363]

During the remove replace, do you remove the entire contents of the reservoir every time? Then fill to lines every time?

[@teamoildrop]

Yes, it's best to draw as much fluid as you can from the reservoir. Do fill it to the full line every time. Greg the Editor

[@jessehernandez1081]

Well done. How long did it take all together?

[@teamoildrop]

Thanks! This is an easy one so anywhere between 30 min and an hour depending on how meticulous you are.

[@cletoreyes9074]

Thank you so much you just save me 250 dls at the dealership

[@teamoildrop]

My pleasure fellow maintainer! 🍻

[@alexcote8811]

Can you use OEM Toyota ATF WS? Having trouble finding if it’s Dexron II or III rated. Initial research appears no? I have a bunch leftover from my transmission service.

[@Elvisnotpresley97]

Kind of late but the manual just says automatic transmission fluid dex 2 or 3 it doesn’t say the WS one

[@teamoildrop]

Its not suggested The Editor

[@jackmitchell5983]

Great video however I’m a little lost… my 2017 Tacoma i4 doesn’t have a min max line so I have no freaking clue how much I’m supposed to put in… I just did half of the syringe bottle! I am driving it now and it’s make a noise so I assume I don’t have enough!

[@teamoildrop]

I can think of the last time I didn't see a min and max line on a power steering reservoir. Are you sure? Did a quick search on RockAuto and even their listing showed a min & max line. Greg

[@TheBser97]

Would there be any issue in sucking the old out, doing a few rounds of “cheaper” dex 3 (like the $10 stuff) and then doing the “Toyota” branded dex 3 near the end? Instead of going through 2-3 bottles of the $22 stuff? Or is that just stupid? 😂 thanks a bunch for the helpful video. New subscriber!

[@teamoildrop]

Welcome to the team! Well, whatever you’re putting in there is getting mixed into the system and not just in the reservoir….

[@galahomes11]

How do you clean syringe between fluid swaps or do you have 2 syringes?

[@teamoildrop]

Great question! I didn’t 😌 Same syringe, no need to clean.

[@Adrenaline89Junky]

Do you recommend topping off? My truck only has 30k miles but the level is right at cold min

[@teamoildrop]

It wouldn’t hurt to top it up a bit. Sounds like it was a hair short from factory.

[@BangBang-hk4rg]

My 2020 has 42k miles and I just noticed that it’s at the “cold min” line. There are no leaks, so I guess mine was shorted at the factory too. It’s probably a good time to go ahead and do the flush shown in this video.

[@justinvasquez968]

Can I apply your logic, videos and road map for the i4 engine Tacoma ?

[@teamoildrop]

For mileage intervals, in most cases yes. These are very safe numbers for most any engine. I reccomend double checking via the web to be positive. For walkthroughs and step by steps unfortunately no. 2 quite different engines.

[@jorgenoneya5382]

Also if you don’t want to drive around to make the oil circulate, just lift it from the front and turn the wheel freely with no strain on the pump..

[@teamoildrop]

Most definitely

[@ssurf64]

How often do you do this service? Thanks

[@teamoildrop]

Suggested 30-50k Greg

[@cjdangles]

How can you remove air that’s introduced into the system? For example after a ps pump replacement…

[@teamoildrop]

In that instance it's best to jack the front end, place the truck on jack stands. Once the reservoir is filled, start the engine and allow it to run for 15 seconds. Turn engine off and check the fluid level. Repeat this process and begin to turn the steering wheel. Turn lock to lock several times. This will bleed the system, pushing the air back into the reservoir through the return line. The Editor

[@x3timestheluck]

The Castrol fluid you used in this is rated as dexron IV, manual calls for II or III. So the stuff you used is ok right?

[@bigfootswatching9986]

Hell no!! Toyota products call's for only Oem stuff!!

[@teamoildrop]

Dextron is reverse compatible. meaning the IV is suitable for use with II or III Greg the Editor

[@Aarongill101]

About how long of a drive between each drain/fill??

[@teamoildrop]

Great question. I’d put a couple miles on her in the neighborhood and continue.

[@DavidRodriguez-qt5ux]

Automatic transmission fluid? I bought a quart of power steering fluid/ automatic transmission fluid. Will that be okay to drain and refill

[@teamoildrop]

Ensure the fluid you bought is compatible. The Editor

[@WhiskyRookie]

How much oil do you use, can I do that with 2 quarts or I do need a gallon ?

[@teamoildrop]

You should be able to get it done with 2 quarts!

[@Aarongill101]

Alrighty, took 13 drain/fills, but I finally have clean power steering fluid again. Maybe don't wait 100k miles like me to do this extremely simple task! 😅

[@teamoildrop]

13! Dang! Nice to know it’s done 😎

[@kyleguthrie4598]

Your power steering reservoir must hold alot more fluid than mine. Because i don't see how you czn fit 1.2 quarts in this reservoir without filling it all the way up.

[@teamoildrop]

no no, you remove and replace

[@cbar2222]

Is 1 quart enough to complete the job or is 2 recommended? Couldn’t find a comment on amount

[@teamoildrop]

1 qt will definitely freshen you up but could leave you wanting more.

[@teamoildrop]

But, the snake is in the parts listing scene 😌

[@cbar2222]

@@teamoildrop hehehehe

[@teamoildrop]

@@cbar2222 🐍

[@probegt75]

So i cant use power steering fluid?

[@teamoildrop]

You can use either. Many just prefer to use Dextron II or III as it is cheaper Thanks Greg the Editor

[@zekeyeager1458]

I’m thinking about doing this to my truck, over 100k miles and I think what I’m going to do is this method instead of an actual flush because 1. Doing a flush may introduce air and 2. I want to see it slowly transition and flush any contaminants that may have gotten in there so if you do it that much, you’ll have a higher chance of catching it

[@teamoildrop]

It works very well Greg the Editor

[@nghiadinh94]

Can you share link to the tool you use?

[@teamoildrop]

Here ya go! SEDY Fluid Extractor, 200cc Multi-Purpose Syringe/Oil Suction Pump, Manual Extraction and Filling Pump, Automotive Oil Syringe a.co/d/5jemQRo

[@ogdadbod]

Hell I’ve been wanting something like this for ages and I’ve only recently started doing stuff on cars

[@daveweber9737]

With this pump/syringe price point I can have one for every fluid type on my truck!

[@jleatherwood2286]

2300 views, 84 likes. People.

[@teamoildrop]

the people like what the people like! thanks for the support!

[@nastysoda9212]

All I can find is dextrose 6

[@teamoildrop]

Here is an OEM option: parts.toyota.com/p/Toyota-Automatic-Transmission-Fluid-DII/69278804/00718ATF00.html I use: shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/castrol-transmax-atf-import-multi-vehicle-automatic-transmission-fluid-1-gallon-159e0d/10435588-P

[@bigfootswatching9986]

Just remember this.........Toyota products are very specific with the use of Toyota Oem fluids only if you want the Yoda to last forever!

[@teamoildrop]

Solid info Greg the Editor

[@Ponch_1776]

Why not just lift the front of the truck?

[@teamoildrop]

Exactly! Why not?

[@ShadowxxPanda]

I just drain the whole fluid out first and fill it back up.

[@teamoildrop]

This is a way, but one I would never do as you have to bleed air out of the system which is sometimes difficult. Rather, do the same flush you are doing but ensure you have a continuous amount of fluid in the reservoir whle it pumps through your unplugged flushing hose. Best wishes!

[@Project_EG2]

I absolutely hated this video.

[@teamoildrop]

😂 me too brother. When I wanna be angry I just spin it up.