How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid - Isuzu Mu-x/D-Max, Toyota Hilux/Prado/Fortuner Service

[@LowRangeNick]

Hi Guy's! Here's a link to a few tools that will make the job a heap easier! Drain Pan - amzn.to/3GbosqE 5L Measuring Jug - amzn.to/3xRfyM8 Oil Transfer pump - amzn.to/3diZObl Oil Transfer pump option 2- amzn.to/3ok1qrv Socket set - amzn.to/3diFfvw Allen Key set - amzn.to/3GeoDRZ OBD2 Scan gauge2 - amzn.to/3ryAJkP P.S- It's also a great idea to change through the gears a few times after changing the fluid to circulate the fluid through the valve body. Change through all gears holding for 5 to 10 seconds each gear to flush out the valve body before and after changing the oil. Cheers guys! Thanks a lot for watching :)

[@cainandrhiannagorfine8505]

Awesome thanks me mate.

[@avdb7239]

Hi Nick, my Dmax is due for 105 000km service. Your videos on oil & filter, fuel filter replacement and bearing re-grease are all part of that service. Thanks I find them very helpful. Checking and adjusting valve clearances and brake fluid replacement are also part of the 105 000 service. Can you do videos on those processes also please. Thanks Andre - South Africa

[@LowRangeNick]

@@avdb7239 I may do a video on the valve adjustment in the future but I'm not due for another 30k haha so stay tuned 😋

[@SaintHC39]

You’re a live saver mate. 3 DMAXs I’ve had to work on and I always come back to this video to double and triple check the procedure. Thank u legend

[@HamishCaird]

Hi Nick. These Isuzu servicing videos are bloody brilliant thanks!

[@benjaminp4479]

I’ve got a 2017 dmax, love these service videos. Good quality and well explained. Cheers mate!

[@LowRangeNick]

Cheers 🍻

[@robertfreeman9838]

Legendary! Thanks for sharing your expertise, stepped me through the process perfectly.

[@adambegley4266]

Thanks mate, just followed this on my 2017 Dmax, now onto oil change!

[@aslkdfjhg]

My personal tip, if you ever use your oil fill pump for other fluids such as differential and transfercase oil, make sure you thoroughly clean it out before using it for ATF. If you do all your servicing yourself regularly consider getting a second pump just for ATF. Seems like a bit of a faf but they only cost like $10, and just avoids any possibility of contamination. Another thing is call you local dump/transfer station to see if you can drop off the used ATF oil, some only accept engine oil. If you're in the country a lot of the time your local mechanic will gladly take it. Never ever pour it in the drain.

[@LowRangeNick]

Great tips! Thanks a lot Stephen 😊

[@robertmaynard5372]

Good tip Mate for Home mechanics,me being only 70 years young and mechanic since 19 years Old 👍...2nd nature but yeah, sometimes the small stuff is important 👍

[@nicks1159]

I was afraid you'd stopped making content. So good to see you back at it. Thanks so much for the videos mate!!!

[@LowRangeNick]

Haven't stopped, just had our 2nd kid so ive been a little busy haha 😂

[@nicks1159]

@@LowRangeNick congratulations mate. Family comes first 😁

[@LowRangeNick]

@@nicks1159 cheers man 😊

[@adamtaniasargent1386]

Brilliant Nick.. that was the next job on the MUX so great timing :)

[@Tassie1966]

Thanks Nick for another great video I've just changed the oil in my Dmax and I can't believe how smooth the transmission is now keep up the good work mate

[@E.Vancina88]

Great vid. If you have a front mount trans oil cooler, you can change the ATF oil by doing the following: 1. Put the car into neutral. 2. Take off one end of the oil cooler hose and put into an empty bucket/container of at least 5L. 3. Turn your car on and it will pump out the oil, approx 4L before it starts to spatter out. 4. Turn car off, refill with fresh oil & repeat 1-2 more times until fully flushed. My car has a filler hole in the engine bay so makes it super easy to replace the ATF fluid. This gets all the fluid from the torque converter and sump aswell.

[@lewhamy7445]

When you say filler hole do you mean the dipstick?

[@joehaberbusch5745]

Thanks very much Nick, I agree you are a life saver, your instructions will work for my Navara too. The Nissan workshop manual was basically useless for the AT. I don't have my MU-X yet but I am sure it will work well. Your videos are worth more than just about anything else out there as far as instruction and useful information goes, so very much appreciated indeed. There are even experienced mechanics that don't know about your trick on how to get the correct AT fluid level. Neat, that will take away the guess work next time I do my vehicles. (your method it explains the jinglish found in the workshop manuals). Shall be watching the transfer case video next, then about LEDs, etc - all very informative, all very helpful!

[@LowRangeNick]

Thanks a lot Joe! Glad I could help. Appreciate the message

[@donaldkempf4357]

i suppose doing this on a car hoist would make it look like you need to have a mechanic skill level. you made that look easy well done. a simple task to give you hassle free driving.

[@Ellitivity]

Can you also add to the title Ssangyong Musso? They have the same gearbox and this helped ALOT

[@darrenmcdonell8649]

Thank you I just bought a mux n this helps heaps

[@unclebob5686]

The one and only flushing machine that i stand by in the workshop, is the trans flush machine. Guaranteed to replace 99% of the old fluid and make the trans clean again. Or, do what you did and get smelly trans fluid running into your arm pits 😁. Gotta do what you gotta do.

[@carlosettienne5412]

Thanks 👍 for this demo.

[@TimDuc-n8c]

Thanks mate, good instructions and do job clear.

[@marh5952]

Glad your back more regular, very informative as always Nick, well done.

[@willemvantsant5105]

My 1971 Ford Fairlane had a small drain plug on the torque converter, the good old days!

[@dennispenascoza1790]

Thank you Nick. I feel like doing it myself now.

[@LowRangeNick]

Thanks Dennis, that's awesome!

[@datdippa8495]

Great video once again Nick 👏 So clear and detailed. Keep up the good work

[@robertarmbruster5650]

Thanks another informative video. I do some towing so this is a great advice for me.

[@sirvivor294]

Thanks again from Trinidad

[@cliffbooth7075]

You’re making the transmission fluid change more time consuming for yourself & contaminating new fluid the way you’re doing it. What you did initially with the first drain & refill is correct, but then what you need to do is remove the at fluid outgoing hose where it connects to the radiator. But first grab an empty 3L milk container and measure to the 2L mark and draw a horizontal line on the container, place the container in a bucket or something so it won’t tip over & just incase an accident happens & you over fill it. Place the atf hose into the bucket. You can extend the length of the hose with clear plastic tubing if need be. Now start your car & cycle through a few gears & back to P. Quickly jump out and check the fluid level. When it’s about to reach the 2L mark, turn the car off. Pump 2L back onto the car or the same as what came out & repeat this process until the fluid starts coming out clean & bright red. The system holds 10L, so cycle 10-11L through. Deliberately overfill by 1-2L to make sure you definitely have enough fluid to drain out of the check level hole. And then follow whatever process you use to make sure your AFT is at the correct temp to remove the check level bolt. The have the ATF reach 50 deg you’d need to idle the car from cold in your garage for around 15 minutes in Park. Takes a while to get ATF temps up. Holden Trailblazer owners out there can access the exact ATF temperature reading in the settings on the dash cluster. The Prados have a brilliant procedure you can follow without a scan tool to make sure the ATF is at the exact correct temp. You start the car & bridge two different diagnostic ports up in the driver’s footwell with a metal paper clip (top row of pins is 4th from the left, bottom row is 5th from the left), then that puts the car into service mode with the dash cluster lighting up randomly & rapidly like a Xmas tree, then you cycle one gear per second from P down to 1, then back up to N, then N to D and back again 6-8 times until the red ATF light comes on. It’ll flicker then go out when the fluid temp is between 43 & 46 deg Celsius (or 45-49, can’t quite remember) which gives you a minute or two window to get the fluid level exactly right.

[@135_ACE]

this procedure almost applies to all auto trans.

[@bobochan4699]

Nice, can u make a video for this? Using the DLC ?

[@HenryDarr]

Thanks Nick ! Love ya work brother 💯

[@tommyscally5948]

I'm going to do mine soon as it smell burnt when I checked it a few months back IV a 2017 AT35 isusu dmax automatic thanks for the video

[@ianroseir]

Great video Nick. Well explained.

[@aarbaut2852]

Hi Nick. Great video very well made and easy to follow the process. my Dmax is only 80thausand kms, and was thinking to do a transmission fluid change, as it has had a good work out towing and off-roading. My trans was working fine but after the fluid change it is now smoother the difference is quite remarkable . thanks to you it was an easy / straightforward job. Another thing, are you going to do the brakes? Many thanks Cheers

[@mckernovic]

Thanks Nick, you're a champ! If we did change the filter, could you please tell us what type of gasket goop to use. There are so many types, I'm never quite sure which one would be the best for this job. Thanks :)

[@LowRangeNick]

If you did change the filter they usually come with either a rubber or cork gasket. Rubber gasket is my preference but the cork gaskets are ok too. You can use a little bit of ultra grey or black silicone sealant with the gasket if you want but its not necessary.

[@enjiehechona8162]

sir very helpfull your video for thank you for shared with us...hope your next vblog " how to change break fluid" and what is exactly the break calibration after change fluid...

[@RicNel-lb3qs]

Hi, Nick I want to know if can use this Atf oil: CASTROL TRANSMAX DEXRON-VI MERCON LV MULTIVEHICLE.

[@LowRangeNick]

Castrol recommends the castrol transmax multivehicle atf. I have recently changed to the penrite atf lv which I believe is better. Just get your local parts store to check against your registration what oil they recommend using if you are unsure.

[@Anthony9592]

You are extremely meticulous with your instructions and service. A mechanic in the truest sense of the term.

[@LowRangeNick]

Thanks a lot Anthony, really appreciate it. 😊

[@Cameron_W]

Another top vid 👌

[@Anthonywinny]

Awsome thanks Nick 👍

[@LuiBas]

Same transmission in the MR triton too.

[@robertmaynard5372]

Good Onya Nick, been waiting for this one, just saw it 🤫, I would go for the 3 change plan to get the Cleanest oil change...I mean if you are using full synthetic, you don't need to do it very often so Do it Well Mate... Cheers Mate 🇦🇺 🌈🌄. .travel safe..ps. I have a 2015 Dmax auto..Love the 👧...

[@muditmahajan]

Thanks Nick, Nice video, may know hows the Falken's?

[@LowRangeNick]

They Falkens are going great! Really liking them 😊

[@muditmahajan]

@@LowRangeNick thanks mate

[@robertbursle5421]

Great demo👍

[@syndicateadventures919]

Hey mate I just did this and the drain and check plugs are opposite, the drain as you say has a piece on it which sticks up about 20-25 mm. Cause I got like 4-5lts out of the pan

[@VideoShowMeHow]

Thanks mate, great vid 🤘

[@landuswalters3068]

Thanks Nick for another great video.... To ensure correct oil level was transmission in park or neutral and did you check immediately after the last oil change? Thanks for your response

[@LowRangeNick]

Check the level in park. The oil check should be done when the oil is about 50 degrees or so. What I usually do is after I'm finished my final fill is get my tools ready for a minute or 2 after starting the car then jump under and check the level.

[@obrienracing4862]

heard any problems about the TCM playing up? will drive fine then will get stuck in second or third only every now and then and other days will do it constantly

[@kevinbyrne7400]

Love all your your very informative videos Nick . This is no different another top job. .Do you know where to get a good workshop manual my MU-X is a 2019 model.. Your MU-X looks a million dollars ..I think the new MU-X doesn't look as good on the outside but the inside is much , much better..Plus I think the price rise is too much..

[@offthemeynroad4054]

Hey mate this isn't part of the service schedule is it? They claim the transmissions don't need to be serviced for life? I've always wanted to do it on my Dmax but not sure if I should.

[@LowRangeNick]

That's correct, in the manual it states that the transmission oil doesnt need to be checked untill 105k and replaced if dirty.

[@neillodge9130]

Mate I have one of oil pumps I use to change the oil in my camp genny 300ml and as you would know it F slow , especially doing a A/T mmmmm 😉 .

[@neumiratumaiyale4427]

Great video🙌 Just a question. Can this also work on a manual transmission??

[@LowRangeNick]

For a manual transmission you just remove the fill bung and then the drain bung. Then refit the drain bung once fully drained. Then refill transmission untill oil starts to spill out of the fill bung. Then refit and tension fill bung. Easy!

[@redhotfredric]

Good video, 👍👍

[@PaulOff-RoadDownunder]

Legend !! Cheers 👍

[@tolekcacek9919]

In Hilux with same transmission check temperature is between 35-45 st. C Are you absolutely sure about 50-60 St.C? Cheers

[@yehoshuazerah1121]

Great stuff!

[@davidweise1632]

just for reference would you know if the trailblazer 6 speed is the same when it comes to filters ?

[@LowRangeNick]

Not exactly sure sorry David, may be a question for the local auto store 😊

[@DanAlexandru-v4x]

Do you know if this procedure would work on 2009 D-Max? Great video by the way!

[@LowRangeNick]

Definitely. You can use the same process for any automatic.

[@Jm25]

Thanks for the video Nick! How long would you give it before replacing the AT filter also?

[@LowRangeNick]

Probably around 120-160k. If you do alot of towing probably sooner rather then later. That is if you have regularly changed the oil.

[@jasonrichards270]

Hi been watching a few of your videos was just about to change automatic transmission oil but the service book doesn’t tell you to do it .I just got this 2017 mux with 110000 km on it.any help much appreciated.thanks Jason

[@LowRangeNick]

It should still be changed at regular intervals to ensure the longevity of your transmission. Every 80k at least. If you do alot of towing then every 60k is recommended.

[@feriveysi7399]

Thanks

[@RicNel-lb3qs]

Hi Nick, I want to know if I can also use this Automatic gearbox oil: CASTROL TRANSMAX DEXRON-VI MERCON LV MULTIVEHICLE.

[@cesarhernandez9983]

Thanks mate for the video, when you check the atf level, shifting position must be on P?

[@LowRangeNick]

Yes park is fine.

[@nicks1159]

Any chance you'd do a video on how to change a CV?

[@LowRangeNick]

Not yet sorry, haven't broken one yet haha

[@mitchellpaterson7062]

So in my case I had a transmission line burst and I wasn’t sure how much oil was lost so if I fix the line and top it up with the engine running to check and verify the gentle stream of oil coming out that should be The best way to check it has the correct amount of oil ?

[@LowRangeNick]

Hey Mitchell, in your case you want to get the vehcile to operating temperature. Idle engine and jump underneath. Remove 5mm Allen key check bung and check for gentle steam of oil. If no oil comes out, top up transmission oil via the 24mm fill bung on the side of the transmission until you see the gentle stream. Hope that helps! Cheers

[@mitchellpaterson7062]

@@LowRangeNick replace the lines and check the oil it was pissing out when I released the 5 mm Allen bolt engine up too operating temp and running in Park does it have to be in neutral with the engine running or is Park correct

[@LowRangeNick]

@Mitchell Paterson Park is correct and at operating temp. If you've never had the oil changed then it may be correct. Otherwise when they changed the oil they have over filled it.

[@dancataag3963]

Hi mate, do you any idea with HDMI port does not work on the rear screen? It only works with DVD only but if plug in hdmi device its not displaying on the rear screen. Possible solution for this? Mux 2018 model LST

[@LowRangeNick]

I'm not to sure sorry. I have a LSU so no rear screen 😊

[@bdbkgmbdbkgm3441]

I have read the the SOFT unit also requires periodic oil replacement about 120ml & is seperate to the front diff oil change. Is this true?

[@Video-se4bh]

Hi Nick great video, I must do mine nou, nou I know how to do it, you haven't have a video for replacing the same gearbox back oil seal the one where the propshaft go in if you did please let me know where it can find it, Thank you Tienie.

[@MrJustiy]

Hi mate, great vid, do you know what’s involved in changing the filter or cleaning it, is it as simple as just dropping the sump pan ?

[@LowRangeNick]

Thanks a lot for watching. As you said, just drop the pan and there is 2 10mm bolts holding the filter up and you just pull it off and carry out a few flushes after reassembling.

[@MrJustiy]

LowRangeNick thanks heaps mate appreciate it

[@williamgichia4351]

Which ATF do you recommend in Africa for isuzu rodeo automatic

[@LowRangeNick]

Castrol transmax multivehicle ATF is the best. You can also get your local auto store to look up what they recommend.

[@troytranter3701]

After maintenance service intervals I'm assuming you have to clear maintenance due off the dash screen, what obd2 reader are you using for that ?

[@omararauz0886]

Hello, excellent video, every few kilometers do you change the transmission oil and when do you change the transmission filter?

[@LowRangeNick]

It's a good idea to change the oil every 60-80000km depending on driving conditions. The filter should be changed dependant on fluid quality. If the fluid is very dark its a good idea to change the filter too.

[@Mick_4591]

@@LowRangeNick 2013 D Max owners service book says 2years or 40K a full service is supposed to be carried out . After watching your video i now wonder if the dealer ever gets all the Trans Fluid out . One question i will ask at the 160K ( only done 123K at so far) service is do you change the fluid in the torque converter as well and see what they say. Im unable to do much my self ☹

[@simongondowidjojo9890]

Hi Nick, I liive in Indonesia and I do have Mux 2.5Lt 2wd. How come your mux atf is 3.5 lt where mine is roughly close to 5 lt atf. Is it because your mux has a smaller gear and 4wd? Thxs mate🙏

[@jeshe0]

Hey Nick. Just went and bought the fluid to do the change but I've also got a transmission cooler to install aswell. Would you have an opinion on whether to flush it first before installing it or after? Cheers

[@LowRangeNick]

It would probably be a good idea to flush it before fitting the transmission cooler. Then fit the cooler and top up the level. Cheers!

[@baron30001]

Hey nick! Whats your take on aftermarket heavy duty valve bodies and trans coolers? Iv found my dmax 6 speed to be very indecisive and very average on the shift speed. Dealer says its fine though.

[@LowRangeNick]

I think the valve body upgrade and cooler upgrade is a good idea if you are chasing big HP out of the vehicle or do alot of towing. If you aren't doing either of those things then there's probably not much reason to upgrade.

[@aarbaut2852]

Hi baron30001 my dmax trans was very much as you describe yours, after changing the fluid ( I did repeat the process three time and used 8ltrs of fluid) as done in Nick video , i found the shifting much more accurate/ smooth . Same, my dealer was not worried at all and did not recommend to change the fluid , (my Dmax is only 80thousand kms ) for au$100.00 it's worthwhile the trouble .

[@GodsEyeQLD]

Can I ask where you got the 50-60 degree figure?

[@LowRangeNick]

Auto data, mechanic work shop data specs.

[@GodsEyeQLD]

Fair enough. The oem toyota guide suggests 35-45 degrees. Interesting!

[@Mcdonut697]

​@@LowRangeNick is it ok to check it at higher than 60 c?

[@JWORLDKING]

Did the 2017 Isuzu 3.0 , 5 speed Aisin Transmission have a dipstick???

[@LowRangeNick]

I don't believe so.

[@robertarmbruster5650]

ScanGauge have just informed me again thast they still cannot measure the autotransmission temp for the new model DMax and neither can they do the EGT as well. This is very disappointing for me. Mine is a Sept 2020 model, they told me the same thing when I bought it, almost two years later they have done nothing. I regularly tow a caravan and want to monitor gearbox temp and EGT, any suggestion on how to do this with my LSU DMax? I understand this is an Aisin transmission used by Toyota, Isuzu and Mitsubishi.

[@shanepascoe1078]

I know this is a year old now, but what about taking the return line of and draining that (while in gear for a few seconds) it would mean you don't dilute your new oil as much and probably means less bottles? Just curious.

[@LowRangeNick]

You can rig up hoses to the feed and return, suck fresh oil into the system and drain old oil out. It is a little more difficult to do and setup and if you stuff it up you could damage the transmission. As your transmission wears in over time and learns shift patterns according to oil condition. If you flush all of the fluid out for new fluid it can sometimes cause issues. This is a safer method to avoid any issues. It increases the oil condition but doesn't change it completely. 🙂

[@shanepascoe1078]

@@LowRangeNick good to know, I did mine about a year ago based of the 200 series box are they're similar. I replaced oil and after that I removed return line to get what has come out and through cooler. Then did the top up after all that. It's worked for me, but if I can do this instead I will lol

[@jarradgreen6741]

Why does no fluid come out of the fill bung? If at the correct level it should slowly seep out or be level with bottom of bung right?

[@LowRangeNick]

Definately shouldn't be coming out the fill bung. With vehicle idling and transmission at 40-50 degrees fluid should be gently trickling from check bung. Automatics are very different to manual gearboxes.

[@jarradgreen6741]

@@LowRangeNick sorry that’s what meant the check bung, mine is an automatic Toyota Hilux 2.7 petrol I’m not sure it even has a check bung I believe it is only an empty bung and fill up through dipstick does that sound right to you? I’m in Australia really appreciate your response mate

[@LowRangeNick]

@jarradgreen6741 for that setup you will want to drain fluid and catch it in a container with measurements. Then fill through the dipstick tube the same amount. Then repeat if fluid is still dirty. Then get up to operating temp and check fluid is on hot mark on transmission dipstick.

[@jarradgreen6741]

@@LowRangeNick legend thanks bro

[@stephengillum3269]

Hey mate. What do you do if you unbolt the check nut and nothing comes out ? Lol

[@LowRangeNick]

Top up the transmission with some more fluid until it is trickling out of the check bung hole with the vehicle running in park. The fill bung is the 24mm bung right up the top.

[@elysian95]

Boy, have things gone backwards in this area. Years ago you would just have to lift the hood and there was the dipstick and filler point.

[@Nilmantha1]

Prefect bruh

[@simongondowidjojo9890]

Suggestion please.. I did my atf flushing dec 2020 (25500km) I have done only 38500km , so 3 years since last atf flushing and the car for city use only (Indonesia, regular traffic jam) Do I need for another atf flusing or aft fluid change is enough? Thxs

[@davinderkahlon3763]

Brother how many kilometres after changing oil Toyota fortuner diesel

[@LowRangeNick]

It's a good idea to change the oil every 60-80k

[@JohnSmith-cs2ii]

Hi nick. Would a filter and fluid change with a period of driving say 1000km before another change be worthwhile? Or just 2 changes in quick succession? Does that make sure the torque converter is flushed?

[@LowRangeNick]

You can do it either way, but within 10 minutes of driving it will be enough to circulate the fresh fluid.

[@JohnSmith-cs2ii]

Ta mate love your work.

[@JL_Endurance_Running]

Hey Nick If my manual Dmax is getting stiff when changing gears does doing the transmission fluid drain help this issue? Thanks

[@LowRangeNick]

Yep, it would be a good idea to change the oil.

[@JL_Endurance_Running]

@@LowRangeNick and is it all the exact same process from auto to manual transmission?

[@LowRangeNick]

@JL_Endurance_Running it's totally different. Changing manual transmission oil is really easy. You have a drain bung and a fill bung 24mm bungs I think. You drain oil from drain bung, refit and tighten. Fill oil from fill bung hole until fluid comes trickling out fill bung hole. Refit bung and tighten and your all good.

[@simonmariogondowidjojo4596]

Hi Nick, thank you for showing to us. How about radiator flushing? Thank you.

[@LowRangeNick]

Thats a good idea. I will make a video on a coolant change in the future.

[@simonmariogondowidjojo4596]

@@LowRangeNick Thank you. Greetings from Indonesia. 🙏

[@CRN8091]

Second that 😂

[@calummartin4641]

I’m fitting a trans cooler and getting the auto transmission specialist to take care of the fluid top up, he was saying I may as well flush it while I’m in there. My 2015 MUX has 132k on it and I serviced not flushed the auto transmission at 120k, not sure if it was ever serviced before this as I bought it at 105k. Do you think a flush with these numbers will cause issues?

[@LowRangeNick]

You should be fine to do a flush considering the kms are reasonably low and you have put fresh fluid in it already.

[@nickscerri6789]

Hi Nicko...Question.. I got a 2013 Dmax with manual transmission. I have used caltex delo 400 15W=40 for the engine oil the whole time for the engine oil services. About to do a manual transmission oil change and have noticed in the Isuzu book that they recommended the exact same oil for the manual transmission oil. Is this the same oil and what are your thoughts on using it mate. Cheers👍

[@LowRangeNick]

Hey Nick! I just checked it on castrol net lube and it is recommending 5w30 oil. The 15w40 may be a little thick for the manual transmission.

[@nickscerri6789]

@@LowRangeNick love ya work mate...thanks legend 👍

[@thescalpingant]

Hello Nick, i have recently purchased an ISUZU D-MAX 2019 model. I spoke to the car dealer and they say that the only ATF that i should use is the (isuzu d-max rt66 atf wsi) which is imported from Indonesia or so...! I highly doubt the dealer statement, would you confirm that could use the castrol transmax dex iii multivehicle??? Thanks in advance

[@LowRangeNick]

It would be a good idea to use the dealers genuine fluid but you can also use penrite multivehicle LV fluid.

[@grego4835]

I purchased a dmax with 170k on it. No idea of the service history... Do you guys thing I'm best getting the trans done at a specialist auto shop?

[@LowRangeNick]

Hi Greg, it would be a good idea to change the transmission oil filter and flush the oil a few times if it hasn't ever been changed.

[@thomasgore5442]

Legend

[@sailingcitrinesunset4065]

Nice video

[@vnyeu]

On google search. Toyota is 38-46°c to check. Why you said 50°C

[@LowRangeNick]

Between 40-50 degrees is the temperature you can check the level at.

[@jamestanner9198]

350 FOR A FLUSH. How much is 3 or 4 bottles of the trans fluid you use ?

[@LowRangeNick]

They are about $55 each 4l bottle.

[@BigFridgee]

I was able to get these bottles for $32 on eBay last week , free delivery too

[@jamestanner9198]

@@LowRangeNick so 4 bottles for 220 and full flush for 300 to 350. I would be getting the flush

[@LowRangeNick]

@@jamestanner9198 If you change the oil every 60k you will only require 2 bottles each service, so around $100. But yes if you can afford to pay for a proper flush that is the best option. Unless your vehicle has very dirty transmission oil or has never been changed in over 150k, in which case a flush can cause issues.

[@jakkob489]

I was quoted $530 for a flush 😳

[@hooter7003]

I would at least do 5k on the first change just to get some value from an expensive bottle of oil

[@JWORLDKING]

Bif question

[@hearliam]

where the fuck have you been

[@LowRangeNick]

Bahaha! I've been having 2 kids, moving into a new house and working my ass off 😂 Stay tuned for heaps more vids in 2022 🛠