Toyota Automatic Transmission Fluid WS - everything you will ever want to know

[@repairvehicle]

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[@teddymac3737]

Just completed a diy fluid and filter change on my 2008 rav4 rransmission with 164,000 miles. My last trans fluid change was at 120,000 miles. After watching several KZbin videos on trans fluid changes on various vehicles the consensus seems to be to change your trans fluid every 30,000 miles. I believe the 30,000 mile standard is definitely worth adhering to no matter what nonsense intervals the car manufacturers recommend.

[@boomerguy9935]

Yes!!! Changing my fluid at 30K mile intervals shows definite improved shifting immediately after changing the fluid. This speaks for itself. I don't know of any automotive fluid that is "lifetime", regardless of its advertising. Yes, quality synthetic fluids are better than conventional quality fluids but ALL fluids need to be changed regularly. I am a believer in Amsoil because I've used all of their fluids in all of my vehicles for over 30 years. I am not a dealer and I don't get paid for saying this. This stuff has proven itself to me in better performance and extended life on my parts. In the long run, it is a money saver. Just like shoes and tools, you get what you pay for when you buy a product with a proven reputation.

[@issavibez394]

Did u flush out the fluid or just change and what fluid are u using

[@teddymac3737]

@@issavibez394 I dropped the transmission pan to replace the transmission filter. The original transmission filter was in tremendous shape with very few metal shavings and really didn't need to be replaced but after all the work to remove the pan I replaced it anyway. I always go to the toyota dealer to purchase their WS transmission fluid. My Rav4 or should I say my wife's Rav4 is still going strong approaching 190,000 this year. My wife loves her Rav so we plan on keeping it until it totally dies. I wish you all the best with your transmission fluid change. Take care and have a grrrrreat day!!!

[@TheSethxy]

If you plan on keeping a car I absolutly recommend taking care of your transmission. I bought a ct200h with 30,000 miles on it and did a drain and fill on the trans with amsoil. While I do trust toyota/lexus engineering, I don't buy into the maintenence intervals at all. Fluids start to break down due to heat and age.

[@repairvehicle]

Even if you don't plan on keeping it, it's easier to sell when it's well maintained.

[@MontyGumby]

which amsoil ATF you use ? (ATF WS equivalent)

[@repairvehicle]

What do you have?

[@cedricmendoza1305]

so i have a 2003 tacoma with 172k miles. it had a drain and fill to the transmission done at 60k miles. and hasn’t had one since. should i do a drain and fill? or leave it alone? it doesn’t have problems thankfully and fluid isn’t too dark and doesn’t smell burnt . any advice ?

[@repairvehicle]

Transmission has gears and bearings. Do you think dirty ATF is going to do miracles to gears and bearings prolonging life? Shift solenoids require clean good fluid to shift. Do you think dirty fluid helps solenoids shift properly without being stuck? I would replace it, drain and fill.

[@cedricmendoza1305]

@ i was just told by others that since i haven’t changed it since 60k to leave it alone and that its too late and changing it now would cause problems

[@repairvehicle]

clean ATF fluid will cause problems? Do you believe clean engine oil will cause problems to the engine too?

[@RETIREMESOON]

I tow a little trailer so I changed to AMSOIL high heat severe . Very easy to do. 1) heat car for an hour driving and shifting gears. 2) open filler and drain nut overflow. Make shure vehicle is off. 4) put a drain pan under and make sure vehicle is level. 5) You could change the filter if you know how to torque the nuts properly and change seal gasket

[@47EGS]

I know that Mobil 3309 is T-IV according to their website and MSDS. I've done some research (don't know if it's true) but this is what I found. Each car manufacturer has to pay an environmental fee for each car sold. The EPA and associated agencies take into account the frequency that the fluids that are changed out. The more often the fluids are replaced the higher the environmental impact. What are you going to do with the fluids? So how would a car manufacturer get around this? Making the fluid "lifetime". So instead of replacing the fluid every 20 - 30k miles, you only change it every 100k miles. Les frequent fluid changes means less fees they have to pay, saving them millions. The fluid is shot at 30k miles, but for most drivers they'll gimp along, going another 70k miles on bad fluid. By that time the trans is shot and out of warranty. Manufacturers can put a little green leaf on their cars, make heart-tugging commercials, and market themselves and say they're environmentally friendly, but at the end of the day, it's all about money.

[@repairvehicle]

+MCGamer, very good point.

[@repairvehicle]

+MCGamer , also, they get to make more money by replacing transmissions vs changing fluid.

[@47EGS]

Absolutely. I had a 1992 Buick Park Avenue and got the trans remanned. The guys said to never flush, always just do 2 - 3 drains and refills and change the filter at 20k miles. Another trans shop said the exact same thing. I now have a 2003 Matrix (T-IV) and did just that. Cleaned the pan and magnets, new filter and 4 drains/refills. None of my cars will ever get a trans flush. My Hyundai Elantra 2016 has 12k miles and going to do a 4 qt. drain and refill. No serviceable filter so maintaining clean fluid is even more important. Great and truthful videos. Thanks and keep making them.

[@repairvehicle]

+MCGamer, thank you.

[@joemcdaniel3239]

But....the Xsmn is warrantied for 100K miles, if the xsmn was subject to fail without a scheduled oil change, toyota would loss millions on warranty claims

[@radustoian6918]

Great explanation, good to know the dealers are making bigger business while changing damaged transmission. What is also interesting to mention, once the transmission oil is aging, there might be high voltage insulation issues for Toyota Hybrids (e.g. Prius). I own an european equivalent of Prius GenIII model for which the dealers didn’t change the transmission oil, the car has now~60k miles onboard and the systems issued several times the special P0AA6 DTC meaning High Voltage system insulation fault. Planned to change the ATF WS fluid of the transmission, it is the first recommendation in the Workshop repair manual. Thanks for comments!

[@dominicfong6341]

Thanks for the knowledge, as a fellow Prius owner, I can't appreciate you enough.

[@watso014]

Lexus just performed a full fluid exchange (12L) of ATF WS on my RX350. Mileage is 261,000. I’m the second owner but there’s no record this was ever done before. No issues with transmission.

[@repairvehicle]

All wheel drive lexus?

[@annieannie711]

allright everyone let me give you some info first hand. Just changed the ATF on my 2008 ES 350 with 104k miles. Dropped the trans pan down (around 20 10mm bolts) and changed the filter inside(& o ring)(held by 2 10 mm bolts)witch is NOT "like screen" type of filter. It is regular cellulose material with some pvc parts to hold the cellulose material together. It was the original and it is Denso brand. There are 2 magnets (alot of metal shavings on them) that needs to be cleaned as well. Total amount of oil leaked out is about 3 quarters and 8 oz. If you do not drop the pan and change the filter you are doing only 50% of the job! New pan gasket will be needed as well. Now my trans makes no vibration when I am waiting on red light and changes gears on little lower RPMs than before. Took me about 4 hours total to change it but I did change the engine oil as well. AMSOIL signature series used for both procedures. Next engine oil change will be at 20k or 1 year, whichever comes first.(syntetic amsoil filter used)

[@repairvehicle]

+Annie Annie, thank you for sharing and explaining. How did you learn about Amsoil products?

[@TheMissingtime]

@ray bee he dropped the pan and filter which drains it all

[@skhochay]

and I suggest you , do not touch it leave it as is - it will truly run for 30 yeas or 500K miles you car will fall of apart first before ATF will get bad

[@TheMissingtime]

@@skhochay man you are funny

[@repairvehicle]

ATF fluid goes bad like any other fluid. ATF fluid life on the seating on the shelf is 5 years Max.

[@SorinNicu]

That was the color on my RAV4 fluid too at 50k. Also, unrelated, the "lifetime" fluid in Kia Soul at 50k miles was looking the same. They are not "dirty", but they are oxidized. Still they need to go.

[@thetechlibrarian]

I just changed my yesterday with 70k miles on it, i was actually surprised it didn’t look as bad as I thought it would, I could still see to the bottom of the bucket kinda. Either way I’m glad I did it, the car shifts so much better and firmer now.

[@repairvehicle]

What fluid did you use and in which vehicle?

[@thetechlibrarian]

@@repairvehicle 17 rav 4 and I came across the deal on some Toyota world standard fluid so I just use that, I just did a partial drain and fill not a flush. So I was going to give it a while and do it again

[@repairvehicle]

Thanks for sharing.

[@Boobtubeus]

I’ve done two drain and fills the past 3 days at 155K miles.

[@HB-yq8gy]

Thank you great video. I have been drain & refill using Walmart Super Tech trans for years.Cost $5.00 a qt. Our 08 Rav 4 has 218,000 original miles dealers trans fluid rip off.

[@mml1224]

great job! i hear alot of valvoline atf ws synthetic 25$ for 4L opposed to toyota 20$ per L, i want to do a small fluid change about 2 L , would you recomend just using valvlone? first fluid change (non flush) for 14' cmary 101k miles??? also, is it ok if i did go with the valvoline synehttic mixed in with non-synthetic toyota fluid, is that ok? god bless!

[@repairvehicle]

I have not looked at valvoline atf specs in the long time and can’t answer your questions.

[@bruceskousen5451]

The valvoline multi-vehicle ATF replaces Toyota WS and is fully compatible. I recently did 5 fluid changes using 2 gallons of Valvoline Multivehicle ATS fully synthetic trans fluid on a 2011 Camry and it shifts more smoothly.

[@badbass1213]

You are completely right, there is always a need to change the transmission fluid atleast every 30K so that they wont break easily and they last more longer which most people didn't know........

[@tardeliesmagic]

My service book says change every 60,000 miles or 6 yrs yet dip stick says never needs to be changed under normal driving except under certain condition ....yeah when it goes dark and warranty runs out and for life? they say well 100,000k or 150,000kit's obviously it needs changing.Thay'll say something to cover their back of course they will.I'm getting a 5L from Toyota at £53 coz my ATF is grey and it's a 2002,clue is there.Big up repairvehicle thanks for all your great advice and wisdom.

[@repairvehicle]

no problem. thank you for commenting.

[@tardeliesmagic]

One more tip,put the transmission in Neutral when stationary as that's not "Normal driving conditions" it will heat up alot and no good to it and will deteriorate your ATF.Hope this helps guys n girls.

[@forwardplans8168]

My 2011 Sequoia drains 3 and 1/2 quarts, so it will take 4 and likely 5 intermittent changes for best results. After the 2nd fill, performance improved so the 6000 lb vehicle felt like it lost 4000 lbs of weight. Hints: Used Amsoil, 24mm fill plug almost 23mm across the flats, but 23 mm socket is too small, so use a 15/16 instead. For front diff, no room for 10mm socket hex so use a 10mm L Allen wrench. Some are using 2 -quart hand sprayers to fill trans and diffs, but lots of pumping with those. I think there's room to use flexible spouts on quart jugs, held upside down to fill-holes for diffs.

[@repairvehicle]

Squeezable ATF fluid is the best way to go, no hoses or pumps needed.

[@repairvehicle]

How many miles on your Sequoia?

[@forwardplans8168]

@@repairvehicle 112500 miles. I bought the fluids at a local parts store, they don't have the flex-bags yet, but yes, they will be better.

[@waleedabdelbari878]

No such thing as lifetime fluid. If it's dirty or starting to get dark replace it

[@edbo10]

lifetime fluid is a thing - it'll work right up until something seizes :D

[@issavibez394]

@edbo10 lol yup what a scam for business to make more money

[@Noypi54494]

Bought a brand new 2013 Highlander Hybrid Limited 5 years ago and put 100,000 miles on it before its first cvt fluid change early this year. Currently at 135,000 miles and it drives like the day I drove it off lot. I plan on doing the same exact thing on my newly acquired 2018 Lexus LX570. So far I only have 3000+ miles on the LX570.

[@repairvehicle]

You might want to change your Lexus ATF fluid more often if you want trouble free transmission. It's 8 speed and very complex.

[@Noypi54494]

@@repairvehicle Thank you for the advice! I really should on that 8 speed.

[@PetOwner678]

Noypi54494 , your Highlander Hybrid uses the CVT and it only has about 6 moving parts . Not the case with the non hybrid trans . U will still need to change the fluid at 100K at most on it

[@Noypi54494]

@@PetOwner678 Thanks for the reply! Yeah I had cvt fluid changed at 125k miles and looking forward to another trouble free 125K.

[@unitedfireybride]

I have a 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. Would have some similar components or identical like your Highlander. I saw that all those Toyota hybrids cvts tell you to use WS ATF. What what mileage would you recommend changing the ATF? Would you do it sooner than 100,000 miles?

[@Phil-D83]

Been using amsoil all over for many years: transmission, power steering, differentials, and transfercase. Far superior to or fluids, and I get it cheaper. I change it regularly.

[@repairvehicle]

Thank you for commenting and I agree with you.

[@Phil-D83]

@MysteriousOklahoma had the membership for several years now.

[@sancheztorres35]

I have a question i have a 1997 camry le 2.2 and i wanti to replace the transmission filter and gasket but i have a couple quarts of amsoil oem ATF bottle said 100%synthetic for domestics and imports so can i use them for refill it and how many qrts i need Thanks in advance

[@repairvehicle]

You will need about 4 quarts according to Amsoil website and maybe 5 to be on safe side. Take a look at the link and see what you have if it’s same one www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/1997/toyota/camry/2-2l-4-cyl-engine-code-g-5s-fe-x/?volume=us-volume&zo=5257753

[@sancheztorres35]

@@repairvehicle im going to replace the transmission filter not engine

[@issavibez394]

I found amsoil signature series multi vehicle synthetic atf black and red bottle is that one good to run in my 2007 camry I'm thinking of purchasing the fluid now over toyota atf ws

[@freddyandrew3721]

At RepairVehicle I have 2010 toyota matrix XR it says in the owner manual use Toyota ATF WS transmission fluid but I'm thinking about going aftermarket which fluid brand you recommend?

[@repairvehicle]

This is what I use in my Toyotas and lexus. Also, I recommend this fluid to you www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2010/toyota/matrix/2-4l-4-cyl-engine-code-2az-fe-4/?volume=us-volume&zo=5257753

[@Clearanceman2]

For life probably refers to the life of your car loan.

[@repairvehicle]

Clearanceman2, that's a good one. I like your comment.

[@edvinnelius8213]

for life meanwhile the car is under the manufacturer warranty after that you're on your own

[@TeslaBoy123]

Yes I agree after we pay off loan everything starts failing mean onother loans and other 30k on debit

[@alexcintas8792]

Not really, millions of these cars doing just perfect at 200,000.

[@repairvehicle]

If they were doing fine at 200k then junk yards would not be selling them at high price.

[@dannyumana143]

I have a 2018 toyots tundra v8 with 6 speed auto trans. It has 76,000 miles its new to me, so i am planning to change fluid. What is your recommended fluid. The separate question is, have you reviewed pennzoil Platinum lv atf?

[@repairvehicle]

If you want ultimate protection and better shifting transmission use this fluid www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2018/toyota/tundra/5-7l-8-cyl-engine-code-3ur-fbe-6-flex/?zo=5257753

[@repairvehicle]

Pennzoil doesn’t know how to make transmission fluid, factory atf is better than pennzoil.

[@repairvehicle]

AMSOIL ATF SIGNATURE SERIES CAUSED MY TRANSMISSION shift extremely smooth.5 months update on amsoil. kzbin.info/www/bejne/emO0Y2qFqbeNack

[@RMSIN393]

I have a 2013 tundra with 140k, new to me so I don’t know if it’s ever been changed. Torque converter is chattering occasionally so I’m going to do drain and fill with lubegard additive.

[@repairvehicle]

You are not going to hear torque converter chattering

[@RMSIN393]

@@repairvehicle after I change the fluid you mean?

[@repairvehicle]

@@RMSIN393 before or after, it’s not possible

[@cedricmendoza1305]

did u end up doing a frain and fill

[@RMSIN393]

@cedricmendoza1305 yup been fine 20k miles since.

[@SuperMan-uj7dh]

Hi, I want to change the transmission fluid on my 2013 Venza with 80K miles on it. I just want to do a simple drain and fill, but I don't have jackstands. I have 2 ramps for the front wheels. Is it okay to drain the fluid when the car isn't level? I will replace exactly what fluid comes out through the "WS" bolt on the driver side. Is this okay?

[@repairvehicle]

How do you know, you have correct amount of atf fluid in the transmission now?

[@repairvehicle]

Are you the original owner? Where do you live, South or North?

[@SuperMan-uj7dh]

@@repairvehicle I know that I have the correct fluid because I have no fluid leaks?

[@SuperMan-uj7dh]

@@repairvehicle I live in the mid east? Virginia?

[@repairvehicle]

@@SuperMan-uj7dh transmission fluid evaporates overtime just like any other fluids. How much it evaporates, I don't know. If you know you have correct amount now, you can drain and add same amount.

[@costantineyoussif6679]

Great video and very informative, would you recommend me doing drain n fill on a 110mi on Lexus gs350 ,, transmission never had any transmission service, and how many drain n fill Do I have to do and when it’s the time I should be replacing the filter as well ? And how long in between each drain n fill should I wait ? Thanks a lot for your time

[@repairvehicle]

Welcome back! I have not heard from you in a while. I strongly recommend changing atf fluid if you want trouble free transmission. You can just do one drain and fill or as much as 4. I have done 4 on my Sequoia. I did 5 minutes between each drain and fill. If you are changing filter, do it after changing filter.

[@repairvehicle]

Filter replacement is good option, because of the age of the vehicle. However, fluid should changed as a minimum

[@costantineyoussif6679]

@@repairvehicle yeah I’m thinking to replace the filter, and maybe do 1 drain n fill and after maybe 5mi do the second one ? Or what you think should I be doing The 3 drain n fill and wait for a little bit in between? I’m just kinda scared to introduce a lot of new oil to the trans at once so it can act up or something?

[@repairvehicle]

Do what you are feel comfortable with, if it's only 1 drain and fill, then that's okay too.

[@costantineyoussif6679]

@@repairvehicle I got quoted $180 for just 1 drain n fill with Toyota WS fluid at a local Lexus dealer, and the other shop is a Dr trans. They’re specialist in transmission only and they quoted me $200 and I can bring my own Amsoil ATF and he will change the transmission filter and pan gasket and I can do up to 3 drain n fill at the time.

[@SuperDagod1]

Dealer says it’s lifetime no fluid or filter change. So I think I’m going to do a drain and fill every 60k. Not all the fluid will get replace but 1/3 of it will. I can do the same thing again at 80k . Your thoughts.

[@repairvehicle]

Yes, you can. Fresh fluid is always good. Keeps transmission from failing.

[@nates9105]

Due to driving 100 miles for work + additional mile for additional trips per day I've had to replace the fluid at 30k from heavy use. Started hearing sounds indicating it's replacement needs

[@nidalalwan5697]

which amsoil do you use for a 2014 camry Signature Series Fuel-Efficient Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid or OE Fuel-Efficient Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid

[@repairvehicle]

I use signature series, it provides better protection for transmission than OE. However, OE is a lot better than factory fluid.

[@nidalalwan5697]

@@repairvehicle thanks! i recently drained 2 quarts and replaced with toyota atf ws and my fluid was black as i saw in your video im gonna do another drain fill but with amsoil from now on

[@repairvehicle]

Very good. Here is the link www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2014/toyota/camry/2-5l-4-cyl-engine-code-2ar-fe-b/?volume=us-volume&zo=5257753

[@stevensevek6151]

I changed mine at 28,000 miles. It looked as dark as the one in your video.

[@orlandodelgadillo7207]

I HAVE A TOYOYA HIACE 2015 THAT ACORDING TO THE MANUAL NEEDS ATF IV, THE QUESTION IS, I CAN USE ATF WS ON IT? IS IT COMPATIBLE? GREAT VIDEO

[@repairvehicle]

They have different specifications. I would not use ws if specifies IV.

[@milesfifer171]

We just bought a 2007 toyota camry for our daughter it has 150,000 on it. 6 speed transmission, dont know if the fluid has ever been changed, should I do a fluid and filter change or leave it alone?

[@repairvehicle]

I think you going to have hard time removing transmission bolts due to sub frame. Double check before you buy transmission filter. Fluid change is a must.

[@repairvehicle]

Watch this video about transmission filter kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2PJaJd8g7VraM0

[@FloridaSunMitochondria]

Toyota and their dealership techs scare people into using their inferior product which is Toyota WS. Honda does the same scare tactics to push their inferior product. The Amsoil Fuel Efficient ATF has been amazing to my 2014 4Runner which now has 128k. My 2003 Honda Odyssey which has the super high failure rate transmission STILL HAS ORIGINAL TRANSMISSION and has 400k miles on it...dealership always comes alive with people wanting to see my Honda. For the Honda I used the regular Amsoil sig series ATF. Don’t be scared to change, I’ll admit I was at first and I am so thankful all my research paid off in saying goodbye to OEM junk ATF fluid to Amsoil. Best product made for AT by far!

[@repairvehicle]

Thank you sharing this information. We're you the original owner of Honda? How often do you change your atf in Honda.

[@repairvehicle]

Did you see my video about atf, where I used Nissan as an example and atf quality and scare tactics used by dealers.

[@FloridaSunMitochondria]

@@repairvehicle owned starting at 69,000. Certified Used.

[@jabbahursty]

would it make sense to you for a camry 5 speed transmission to fail at 50k miles if this 50k mile original WF fluid was 15 years old?

[@repairvehicle]

Absolutely! No fluid can last longer than 5 years. Ws fluid is low quality product and it should be changed every 30k miles or 3 years. I have done fluid analysis on ws at 50k miles and 3 years, fluid is beyond normal and damage is significant to the transmission.

[@jabbahursty]

could non use of the car over those 15 years have contributed to the transmission failure even more than running the car would?

[@repairvehicle]

Nope.

[@youngb1ood]

@@repairvehicle my 1998 sienna had red fluid when we retired it at 300000km. Never changed the ATF. Our 2005 Camry with T-4 ATF gets dark after 15000km. The formulation for T-4 and WS ATF are not good.

[@abdullajamaludeen2099]

Brother in my lexus ls430 2005 i put TOYOTA TYPE T IV fluid instead of ATF WS by mistake. I have driven around 7k miles until now after change . I changed the filter as well. Should I drain the fluid and change it to WS.

[@repairvehicle]

If it requires ws, then yes, change it to ws

[@abdullajamaludeen2099]

@@repairvehicle should i replace the filter as well now?

[@repairvehicle]

No, just the fluid

[@abdullajamaludeen2099]

@@repairvehicle Thanks brother

[@repairvehicle]

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[@sandya4399]

I have a 2013 corolla with 108k I had done the drain and fill transmission fluid but did not change the filter should I change the filter the next time I do a drain and fill please answer thanks

[@repairvehicle]

If your transmission filter has media like engine oil filter then you should replace your filter.

[@repairvehicle]

Watch this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5m9ZYx-p82Bm6s

[@sandya4399]

Thank you for your help

[@repairvehicle]

You are welcome.

[@hamsterama]

I am the original owner of 2009 Toyota Yaris with only 27,000 miles (I use public transportation to get to work, thus the very low mileage). Recently, I pulled out the automatic transmission fluid dipstick and wiped it on a paper towel. The fluid still looks like brand new. It's still a very light pink. Does the fluid need to be changed, even if it looks great? Does automatic transmission fluid break down with age? Changing the fluid is not something I'd ever attempt myself, and I would have to take it to a mechanic. So, I don't want to waste my time and money if the 9 year old fluid is still good.

[@repairvehicle]

Synthetic ATF fluid has life span of maximum 5 years at room temperature seating on the shelf. Factory fluid is not synthetic and has shorter life. When ATF fluid is exposed to heat and stress it becomes dirty and additives become depleted.

[@hamsterama]

@@repairvehicle Yikes! Luckily my car is low miles, so the transmission shouldn't have been affected too badly by the old fluid. I already called a shop that only does transmissions. The owner of the shop said he would flush it using fresh Toyota ATF WS fluid (no chemicals). But, just now I watched your video about why you shouldn't do a flush. Now I'm terrified about taking my car there. I think I'm going to have to do this on my own after all.

[@PAKNVNM]

Can I do a drain and fill on my 2008 gs350 without using a scan tool to get transmission temperature? It seems like I can drain transmission fluid when car is cold, measure how much fluid came out and refill with the same amount of fluid, correct?

[@repairvehicle]

Yes you can, if you are 100% sure you have correct amount to start. Don't forget to use synthetic ATF for best transmission protection www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2008/lexus/gs350/3-5l-6-cyl-engine-code-2gr-fse-i/us-volume/?zo=5257753

[@PAKNVNM]

repairvehicle thank you. I really enjoy your videos and your explanation of the WS “lifetime” fluid, I agree 100%. So I can mix the Amsoil with WS ATF? I use Amsoil products in my mustang and love them! By far superior to any other lubricant.

[@repairvehicle]

Yes you can mix. I'm using Amsoil ATF in my Lexus and F-150.

[@cupid..starzz]

What's the best Toyota oil to add to the transmission? If that AS oil isn't synthetic. Should I add a different synthetic one and what name if that's the case? Do you know Also what's the Toyota oil name used in a Porche?

[@repairvehicle]

What’s year is Toyota and model?

[@cupid..starzz]

@@repairvehicle It's a Porsche Cayenne 08

[@repairvehicle]

What engine do you have?

[@lashapapava6072]

Hello. I have a 2017 Toyota Prius. I passed 110 k and I haven't changed transmission oil yet. The car book says ws to use. But the transmission is CVT. Which oil do you prefer? Thank you

[@repairvehicle]

If you want best protection for the transmission then use these products, I use these products in my Lexus and Toyota www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2017/toyota/prius/1-8l-4-cyl-engine-code-2zr-fxe-3/?volume=us-volume&zo=5257753 click on transmission tab

[@chocolon1129]

Greetings, I have a 2007 Fj Cruiser with 152,421k and I don’t remember if I ever changed the MT oil, should I change it now? Few people have told me not to because of the milages. I know this is a old post but I really want to know

[@repairvehicle]

If you want to have trouble free transmission change your fluid. Old dirty fluid does nothing good, except for accelerating wear and causing equipment to fail. It's like saying, don't change your engine Oil you already past the oil change interval and engine has high mileage.

[@chocolon1129]

repairvehicle thanks for the reply

[@dominiquestephenson195]

MTB Addiction -definitely change the fluid. A manual transmission does not have the issue of torque converter friction plate wear contaminating the TF like an automatic does. This greatly reduces the risk of crud being present to clog any valves or passages. Depending on age and how hard it’s been driven it may still have metal contamination but a simple drain and fill (or multiple) should be perfectly safe.

[@onenikkione]

I replace the trans fluid every 35k - 40k miles The last change that I did the fluid was still red just slightly darkened but color doesn't tell all because the fluid will bread down. Lifetime fluid means when transmission goes out, the fluid lasted for the lifetime.

[@youngb1ood]

What car do you have? Our 1998 sienna never had a transmission fluid change. Guess what? Still red, retired at 300000km. My 2000 corolla has had 5 fluid changes and the red fluid doesn’t really turn dark until about 80000km. Our 2005 Camry with t-4 atf will go dark in 15000km.

[@repairvehicle]

It cannot be red at 300k miles, definitely not true, unless you are color blind

[@ryan_2011]

@@repairvehicle 🤣🤣🤣

[@Daniel-xq7ny]

Hi. But the real question is that this ATF WS is hard t get your hands on, (except dealer). What can safely be use beside this ATF WS?

[@repairvehicle]

What do you have and year?

[@Daniel-xq7ny]

@@repairvehicle Toyota Rav4 2008 with the 3.5L V6

[@repairvehicle]

You can safely use this atf fluid. I use this fluid in my 3 Toyotas and I have ton of video on my channel on this subject and how to replace. www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2008/toyota/rav4/3-5l-6-cyl-engine-code-2grfe-a/?volume=us-volume&zo=5257753

[@SocialPerspective101]

ATF looks red when dipstick is cleaned with white tissue paper but really dark red when syringed out & put in a glass. What does it mean?

[@repairvehicle]

It means it’s time to replace due to heavy contamination

[@johnd8783]

Thanks for the effort.... very informative. If it's "Everything," you should give specific info on other-brand equivalents, as well as compatibility, both backward and forward. Title of video should be "Should I change the fluid in my Toyota WS transmission?" Maybe I missed something?

[@repairvehicle]

I have plenty of videos about other brands and compatibility. Go to my channel and scroll through and you going to find more info than what you asked for

[@Nightromance]

WS is not synthetic fluid. It is written on the back label: Contains petroleum oil.

[@RrRr-th1kf]

Nightromance camery 2006 and down use type T-IV fluid and 2007 and up is use type WS why??? Although it is same engine and gearbox

[@atticstattic]

Guess what? Synthetic fluid is also made from petroleum...

[@anunpopularstance]

All synthetics contain some petroleum. That being said all the synthetic distinction is referring to is the product base oil NOT the additive package.

[@IvanRossS]

Would you recommend me to do transmission flush myself by unplugging two hoses that goes radiator, running engine while it's going to be sucking new oil and pushing out the old one, so I can get old oil from torque converter. 2014 Toyota rav4

[@repairvehicle]

Please watch this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/paOcpmt6hpmZjLc

[@richardsalaverria9363]

I have tried your idea (on a 2001 Honda Accord) and can speak from experience that the transmission will shoot the old fluid out of the "exhaust" hose but the "intake" hose won't suck the new fluid in. What I had to end up doing was having someone run the car while I poured new fluid into the dip stick tube. This method works on cars that have a dip stick as all you have to do is have your assistant turn off the car immediately after you are done pouring new fluid into the transmission. From there you just reconnect the hoses and check your fluid level and adjust accordingly. I wouldn't recommend attempting this on newer cars that only have a fill hole in a difficult place to get to as you need to pour the new fluid in as fast as the old fluid is coming out otherwise you can run the transmission dry and damage it.

[@mikefennema5561]

I have done this twice now on an 05 Corolla and 10 Sonata. The Hyundai procedure is to let the fluid pump out till bubbles are seen and turn off engin immediatly. Refill the trany and do it a second time for maximum exchange. This worked well for me and the Sonata shifts better.

[@repairvehicle]

Thank you for the feedback

[@2wheeldom11]

My lexus is350 has 150k miles now and I don't know if previous owner ever changed it , I know I didn't so I'm assuming it's never been done. Do you recommend taking off the entire pan and changing all fluid and filter or can I just do a drain and fill , which drains about 3 quarts and then replace 3 quarts to at least introduce some new fluid and then maybe after 15k miles do that again ?

[@repairvehicle]

As a minimum replace transmission fluid couple times, drain and fill. Check my other videos about transmission filter how to change fluid on tundra, but it's same steps as your lexus except for temperature range.

[@2wheeldom11]

@@repairvehicle thank you. I would like to do myself but I don't have a garage and only have ramps and 2 jack stands , wondering if that would be able to get the car level and high enough off the ground to do this service. I don't trust many shops to do the service .

[@repairvehicle]

If you can get underneath upfront when it's on ramps then you should be fine using ramps and jack stands.

[@2wheeldom11]

@@repairvehicle thank you , one more question , to check the temperature of the transmission so that I can open the overflow screw at the correct temp , do you think it's good enough to get a temp sensor gun and point it at the transmission or better to get a scan tool for obd2? There is a scan gauge 2 but it costs $159. I plan to measure how much fluid I drain and pour the exact amount back in but I know it's important to check temp and release overflow screw.

[@repairvehicle]

@@2wheeldom11, it's better to measure the fluid temperature with obd2 and that's what I am using on my lexus and Toyota.

[@TheAJCheetah]

Hi, i bought my 2013 higlander hybrid at 50,000 and now have 90,000 on it. I didn't change the oil when i got it but now I feel the need to. Based on this video, you're saying I dont have to use Toyota ATF ws? Thats what I was leaning towards buying. What would you recommend? Thanks

[@repairvehicle]

You don't have to use ws in your Toyota. My recommendation is to use this fluid and that's what I use in my Toyotas and Lexus vehicles. www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2013/toyota/highlander/3-5l-6-cyl-engine-code-2gr-fxe-c/us-volume/?zo=5257753 Click on the transmission tab. I use signature series.

[@TheAJCheetah]

@@repairvehicle ok thank you soo much. I appreciate it. Just to clarify, This is good for my hybrid CVT right?!? 😁 i like that it's full synthetic!

[@repairvehicle]

@@TheAJCheetah, yes it's for your hybrid vehicle. It is synthetic ATF

[@zofa300]

Nice video. Do you know if this is Dexron type ATF? is it same fluid for the power steering? Thanks

[@repairvehicle]

+zofa300, no it's not dexron type. in terms of power steering fluid, it depends on what you have and year?

[@sandeepd4613]

Nice video. I have a camry approaching 100K and i have already done full fluid exchange twice. Guess what: its shifts much better than my friends Camry at 80k+ miles who has never changed his fluid. I think 50k is a good time to do a full exchange or drain and fill every 30k.

[@repairvehicle]

+sandeep d , fresh fluid inside transmission is big plus.

[@carnifex8]

What about the expiration date btw? I have the same fluid ATF WS Toyota but it says on a bottle "Use within 5 years of made". And now it's 5 years and 9 months old. Should i be worried about it if it's been sitting in a bottle for 9months too long and buy a new one? Or use this one? Can that kind of fluid even expire if it's in a bottle? It makes little sense that in transmission it's "Lifelong".. and in bottle it's 5 years.

[@repairvehicle]

Use within 5 years it means it should not be used after 5 years. Use fresh fluid, ATF fluid like any other automotive fluids starts separating, additives might float on top or even go bad. Fresh fluid is always best option. Every fluid has expiration, max 5 years for synthetic ATF and none synthetic like ws 3 years max Fluid good for life, means for warranty time 60k miles/5 years max. If fluid was good for life, then transmission would have life time warranty and never would fail. How is lifelong makes sense if it's not defined what it means???

[@carnifex8]

@@repairvehicle Well i mean lots of folks are still riding Priuses from 2006-2007 with original fluid... So i thought if it's in a bottle and only 9months out of date it's alot more fresh then in the car for the past 5 years. Well im screwed then. I need a fluid that is actually made in 2019. Basically you're saying even if you use let's say a fluid that has 1 year of shelf life left in the bottle... then you got only 1 year left even if it's put into the car? Well that's damn harsh. I thought expiration date in the bottle and in the car are two totally different things. Cuz u know.. when it gets in the car it starts to do it's job instead of just sittin in a bottle.

[@repairvehicle]

You are a smart man and know that fluid is cheaper than a car payment or transmission repair. Just get yourself fresh fluid like Amsoil and you will be good for another 50k miles. Fluid is still cheaper than your phone bill, :)!

[@pelecho]

Hello what do you think I had it Toyota Venza With 130,000 a month should I do transmission oil change? I don’t know the history of the car thank you so much

[@repairvehicle]

Venza is nice car. If you want to have trouble free transmission, change your fluid.

[@sunilshrestha657]

do you have to flush all the old ATF fluid or you can just change the transmission fluid with AMSOIL ATF?

[@repairvehicle]

What do you have and how many miles?

[@sunilshrestha657]

@@repairvehicle 2016 toyota camry and 60 k miles

[@repairvehicle]

I just do drain and fill.

[@repairvehicle]

www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2016/toyota/camry/2-5l-4-cyl-engine-code-2ar-fe-4/?volume=us-volume&zo=5257753

[@sunilshrestha657]

@@repairvehicle quick question how much do you charge if i bring fluid to you? Will you do transmission fluid change because i live close to PA?

[@Bart12349]

I just replaced my fluid today. Yes, it was dirty. 81,000 miles on the Tundra.

[@repairvehicle]

I have many videos for tundra maintenance

[@dannyumana143]

What fluid did you use

[@Bart12349]

@@dannyumana143 type WS, Valvoline

[@viuliscopmosco]

so i can use any other good quality auto transmission fluid even on prius?

[@repairvehicle]

As long as it’s compatible

[@whoeverwhoever400]

can i use the Castrol TRANSMAX Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid Dex 4 as the substitute?

[@repairvehicle]

I don't recommend Castrol. I recommend Amsoil and if Amsoil is not available then I prefer factory over Castrol.

[@sealtite87]

When you say change it every 30k. Do you mean a drain and fill or try to flush it all out?

[@repairvehicle]

Drain and fill. Stay away from flush.

[@sealtite87]

repairvehicle thanks for your time

[@sealtite87]

repairvehicle I have one more question I would appreciate your response on, if I wanted to drain and fill it about 3 times to try to update the fluid..do you recommend pinning the thermostat open so the fluid can run through the radiator too? Thanks! 2017 tundra

[@sealtite87]

repairvehicle I wanted to drain and fill 3 times in one day

[@repairvehicle]

It's a good idea. I will be changing transmission fluid on my tundra soon, hopefully this weekend.

[@craftsvision]

We can use WS ATF oil for CVT transmission as well?

[@repairvehicle]

What do you have, year make and model

[@craftsvision]

@@repairvehicle Lexus ES 300h 2013

[@repairvehicle]

Actually Toyota hybrid transmission is not really a CVT transmisison when compared to true CVT transmission. To answer your question, yes you can use WS atf in your lexus. Also, you can use this fluid, I am using in my lexus www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2013/lexus/es300h/2-5l-4-cyl-engine-code-2ar-fxe-3/?volume=us-volume&zo=5257753

[@craftsvision]

@@repairvehicle how about "Toyota 08886-02105 CVT TC" ? I realized it just now that they also have a specialized oil for CVT cars

[@repairvehicle]

do not use CVT fluid in your Lexus, unless you want transmission problems. Use this amzn.to/3N0eZq8 or Amsoil above.

[@rayenmahesh6338]

What is the thermal expansion of ws atf? I need to change my transmission fluid but dont have a tool to check the temperature and fluid level at 104 degrees Fahrenheit.

[@repairvehicle]

Good luck with thermal expansion. I don't know and you not going to find. Get yourself a tool.

[@Evan-xk3db]

I have a 99 Lexus es300 I don’t want to use factory ATF since it’s not synthetic.. going to use amsoil engine oil as well since I heard nothing but good things . It requires type-IV.. does it meet those requirements? I only worry because so many people on forums refuse to not use the genuine fluids.

[@repairvehicle]

I am using Amsoil ATF fluid in my Lexus and runs quieter, I have video updates on my channel. Here's the link for your vehicle www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/1999/lexus/es300/3-0l-6-cyl-engine-code-f-1mz-fe-a/us-volume/?zo=5257753 this fluid is compatible with your Lexus and meets the specifications.

[@rommeldude1]

Is there a need to add Lubegard Red in that toyota atf ws? Would you suggest adding it?

[@repairvehicle]

Never add any transmission additives to the transmission if you want trouble free transmission. Change your fluid every 30k miles using Toyota WS or Amsoil ATF fluid every 60k miles. Additives change fluid formulation, they do more harm than good.

[@rommeldude1]

@@repairvehicle thanks man, those bastards telling people to add lubegard.. thanks again

[@repairvehicle]

No problems. Please subscribe and share my video with others.

[@andrewatm216]

Thanks so much for the video. If i use Amsoil ATF, would you still change it at 30k interval, or with amsoil is it safe to go up to 50k (since i believe that amsoil is superior to other brands of oil/atf). Looking forward for your reply. Greatly appreciate it.

[@repairvehicle]

With Amsoil it's safe to do it at 50k miles interval. In what vehicle are you planning to use it? Please use this website for Amsoil purchases www.bestautofluids.com

[@andrewatm216]

repairvehicle I just got a 2018 rav4 and plan to change the atf in some yrs. now it has the toyota atf. Will the toyota atf go up to 50k or should i change it earlier? I plan to use amsoil, and will use your site. Thanks. Where do u live?

[@repairvehicle]

What do you mean go up to 50k?

[@andrewatm216]

repairvehicle what i meant is that now my new rav4 has the atf from factory (since its a brand new car-2018). When should i change the atf?? At 50,000 miles or earlier? Will the factory filled atf go up to 50k or i should change it at 30k or 40k? Thanks

[@repairvehicle]

Congrats on your new vehicle. Your ATF fluid will be pure black when your vehicle reaches 40k miles. Don't wait until 40k, change it at 30k miles. If your vehicle is all wheel drive it's even harder on your transmission and transmission fluid.

[@litoloco4fish]

good drook,,,please tell me what I can use in my tundra 2008 5.7 liter instead of WS....Maxlife, Castrol transmaxx,,....to replace this WS...splasibo!!!

[@repairvehicle]

Nice truck. I love Toyota 5.7 engine. I have 5.7 in my Sequoia. I have good number of videos on my channel that are applicable to your truck since sequoia and tundra have same parts except for body. I personally would not use anything than Amsoil ATF in my vehicles and I recommend to other people. See video description or ask if you have additional questions. I would stay away from ATF that is good for all vehicles, for example maxlife. Very confusion and not very clear when it comes to transmaxx, they are not making it easy for public to make decision as to what fluid they should use and if it meets manufactures specs. I use amsoil atf in my es350 and will be switching sequoia very soon to amsoil atf.

[@ThePranavhanda]

Hi Repair buddy, I have a query- 2003 corolla automatic, 125000 kms, transmission fluid is greyish black and smells burnt. Now do i need to change the fluid filter alongwith the fluid or only fluid is required? (screen type filter) The car runs smooth though! Thx.

[@repairvehicle]

+Pk Handa, if you change fluid then life of transmission will extended for many years to come.

[@ThePranavhanda]

repairvehicle are there Ny possiblty of slipping gears after changing

[@repairvehicle]

+Pk Handa, what brand of fluid did you use?

[@ThePranavhanda]

repairvehicle, I am yet to change. I am just asking sir.

[@repairvehicle]

+Pk Handa, fresh Toyota ATF fluid will not cause transmission to slip. Amsoil ATF fluid will not cause transmission to slip, it's Superior product. bestautofluids.com

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

What if car has 350k miles and hasn't had atf changed? Drain and fill still OK to do?

[@repairvehicle]

Year, make and model?

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

@@repairvehicle Toyota 4Runner. 1998

[@repairvehicle]

At this point it's too late to change fluid. Transmission is about to fail any minute

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

@@repairvehicle Runs like a champ!

[@repairvehicle]

My brother in law bought tundra with same mileage and transmission fluid has never been replaced, it drove fine until few months of ownership. He ended up replacing transmission

[@pauly51]

Is there a difference between WS and IV ?

[@repairvehicle]

Yes. Here is the explanation kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKPbhXt-fbOfrtk

[@pauly51]

@@repairvehicle thanks. I accidentally bought toyota WS. It calls for IV on dipstick

[@dominiquestephenson195]

Paul Cormier -Amsoil is a safe substitute for T-IV or WS (check their website for your vehicles specific Amsoil formulation). Regarding T-IV and WS compatibility they ARE NOT compatible and you must use whichever one your manual calls for. Use the wrong one and you will likely have transmission issues!

[@pauly51]

Dominique Stephenson ...thank you

[@butilikethatusername]

@repairvehicle I have a 2007 Camry with a 2GR-FE and U660E transmission. I'm planning on using amsoil atf, is it ok to drain and fill 2 qts at a time? I don't want to do full drain and fill at this time (I'm aware of scangaugeii etc), wondering if the non synthetic WS mixing with Synthetic is ok. Thank you

[@repairvehicle]

butilikethatusername, yes it is OK to add two quarts at time. I have switched my Lexus es350 to Amsoil atf. Check out the my video on transmission flush and under the description, more videos how I done on Lexus with u660e. kzbin.info/www/bejne/paOcpmt6hpmZjLc. Also, you can mix Amsoil synthetic with none synthetic atf ws. Have you purchased Amsoil atf already?

[@butilikethatusername]

Thanks, I'll check the video. No, I have not bought yet. Why is amsoil ATF so expensive? I don't need signature series, do I? I just want compatibility with WS at cheapest price.

[@repairvehicle]

butilikethatusername, Amsoil atf is not more expensive than Toyota ws. I think it's even cheaper if you become preferred customer. Amsoil Signature series atf is best stuff out there, provides best protection. I am Amsoil dealer and if you sign up through me, I email additional discount offer. Description under video has more information.

[@butilikethatusername]

@repairvehicle I signed up, (Vicfelix1) please email the additional discounts you offered to order online. Thank you

[@repairvehicle]

Once I receive your email form AMSOIL then I will email you. Nothing yet today, probably tomorrow.

[@abdulrahmanhakami2571]

I have a question about the power steering fluid. Lexis recommends to use the EH power steering fluid type which look like a brake fluid, is it correct?

[@abdulrahmanhakami2571]

Also is there a filter for the power steering?

[@repairvehicle]

Abdulrahman Hakami, I am not familiar with eh power steering fluid and I don't know the color. Some power steering fluids have same color as brake fluid.

[@repairvehicle]

Abdulrahman Hakami, there might be a filter for power steering fluid. It depends on what kind of car you have, year and countrie you live. Let me know?

[@abdulrahmanhakami2571]

repairvehicle i have a 2008 lexus es 350 bought from UAE

[@repairvehicle]

Abdulrahman Hakami, I don't think there is a filter for power steering. I have 2011 es350 and it does not have a filter.

[@jaywinjustme]

Do you recommend mixing amsoil and Toyota ws because you can not completely drain transmission oil

[@repairvehicle]

Yes I do. I have done it on my lexus and will be doing on my tundra.

[@raynishdhauntal2883]

My car has 70k miles. Do you recommend a change or flush? Still has the same origanal atf.

[@repairvehicle]

Change.

[@TNsher776]

I heard the Toyota ATF WS is garbage, I have a 2015 Toyota Tacoma with 24,000 miles on it, I plan on draining the transmission fluid and putting AMS oil fluid in that is Toyota WS compatible.

[@TNsher776]

repairvehicle Do you recommend I change the transmission filter also on my 2015 Toyota Tacoma that has 24,000 miles on it ?

[@TNsher776]

repairvehicle Ok Thank you. I will just change the factory Toyota WS fluid out of my Tacoma and put synthetic AMS oil fluid in.

[@TNsher776]

repairvehicle No I didn't buy the fluid yet, There is a house down the street from I live, he has a sign in the front yard saying AMS oil sold here, I'm gonna ask him how much he is selling transmission fluid for or I might just buy the transmission from AMS oil direct on the internet.

[@TNsher776]

repairvehicle Ok Thanks. What do you think about Valvoline Maxx Life full synthetic ATF ? it says that it is Toyota ATF WS compatible .

[@TNsher776]

repairvehicle Thanks for the website, I will order some Ams oil ATF from there soon.

[@M_Ladd]

How does the synthetic oil mix with the regular oil that remains in the transmission? Are there any complications from this and is it recommended to do this?

[@repairvehicle]

Amsoil synthetic ATF fluid mixes very nice with Toyota WS because Amsoil ATF is compatible with WS. There's is no complications or issues, it shifts a lot nicer with Amsoil ATF. By the way I have video on my channel with update.

[@repairvehicle]

Its recommend if you are using Amsoil ATF here is the link for your Camry www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2014/toyota/camry/2-5l-4-cyl-engine-code-2ar-fe-b/us-volume/?zo=5257753

[@M_Ladd]

repairvehicle Thanks, much appreciated and great job.

[@repairvehicle]

Since I helped you out. Please subscribe and share my video with others via Facebook or any other way.

[@freddiems]

My 2010 Camry LE I-4 had 113,000 miles on it. Sometimes the tranny shake. I can change the transmission fluid or I am late to do it? Thanks!

[@repairvehicle]

It's not too late, fresh fluid is always better.

[@freddiems]

repairvehicle great! Thanks and by the way, excellent channel. I am definitely a new subscriber.

[@jopisano67]

repairvehicle. I agree. Drain what you can and replace. Just putting some fresh fluid in will help and will extend the life.

[@scorporsupremacy7948]

I have a 2005 Toyota Tacoma with 54,000 miles on it. I just noticed that I have a leak from my transmission extension housing seal. The leak is not a dripping one and fluid is splattered in the area of my heat shield,I guess as the drive shaft rotates as I drive. I want to if I can just add some transmission fluid to top off the tank after making this repair ? I purchased 2 quarts of Valvoline Max which said it’s okay to use in my transmission. Can this be added to the fluid that came originally with my truck ? I would also like to change my transmission screen and fluid but, I’m skeptical of doing this because it seems too complicated in knowing how much fluid to add based on your engine temperature. Any advice is appreciated. I’m a do it yourself guy whose on a budget and hate going to the dealership to be robbed.

[@repairvehicle]

Is Valvoline maxlife universal ATF fluid?

[@scorporsupremacy7948]

repairvehicle I really don’t know but, it says it is the equivalent to the transmission fluid found it most of the import cars along with GM & Ford vehicles.

[@repairvehicle]

I just looked it up and it is universal ATF. I personally don't recommend universal ATF fluids. I rather use WS than universal. I have comments from people who switched to maxlife from WS, they didn't notice any difference. However, when people switched to Amsoil they noticed big difference, including my self. It's your personal choice when it comes to ATF fluid. I would not replace filter if it's screen type, if it's not screen type then it's good idea to replace since your vehicle is over 10 years old.

[@Omar-Dawood]

i have 2010 toyota corolla 1.8L 4cyl manual transmission 5 speed which oil or fluid should use?

[@repairvehicle]

75w, I don't think anyone else makes this type of fluid except for Toyota original fluid.

[@edgarfigueroa6266]

i been using vavoline max life for everthing trans and oil since i brought the car in 2013 has 54300 miles on it

[@volquezm6689]

I got my2010 rav4 with 65k its currently 74k and the fluid looks dirty, should I change it?

[@repairvehicle]

Of course

[@volquezm6689]

repairvehicle thanks

[@stevensevek6151]

Silly question. You said it looks dirty so you answered your own question.

[@fireofficer001]

Were and what model for the scan tool, and what are the replacement oils to use for the Toyota WS

[@repairvehicle]

fireofficer001, for scangauge tool see link in my description. I use Amsoil www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2011/toyota/camry/2-5l-4-cyl-engine-code-2ar-fe-b/us-volume/ as replacement for the ws. Don't forget this number 5257753 if you choose to get Amsoil.

[@repairvehicle]

I just send you a text message to your phone number with information that you requested. thank you.

[@repairvehicle]

Please let me know if you did not receive my text message.

[@aalotaibi6115]

i have 2014 corolla S with CVT transmission and now it has 70k miles. i do all my oil change and maintenance at toyota dealership and when i ever show up for a serves i always ask them are you guys sure i dont need to change my CVT fluid? they always tell me no need to its sealed and its for life since you got the CVT. im really having hard time now by changing it or not the factory says no and people say you should... now the car is out of the warranty im afraid to change it and then something wrong goes wtih the CVT around this miles already.. is it matter to change it around my miles? or CVT dont need fluid change as toyota says? Thanks you for the information.

[@repairvehicle]

Mohammed Alotaibi, 1. Sealed transmission means there is no dipstick for checking transmission fluid level. 2. If it's good for life, why wouldn't they give you life time warranty on transmission? 3. The reason why they don't want to change your fluid is because they are waiting for transmission to break so that they can make more money by replacing transmission. 4. CVT transmission are known to be less reliable than regular automatic transmission, and dealer would not tell you that. 5. Fresh transmission fluid will never harm the transmission, fresh fluid might not help if damage has been made to the transmission with old fluid. 6. For the transmission to last long time, best to change fluid every 30k miles, this is what I do on my cars. 7. Why Toyota does not recommend changing atf fluid? Because they do not want you to drive your car for long time without any problems. They want people to buy cars every time warranty expires.

[@hp11208]

my 2016 rav4 is 30+k should I change the ATF?

[@repairvehicle]

HP11208, fresh fluid will make your transmission last longer. I would change at 30k. I personally try not to go more than a 40k without changing atf.

[@alaverga173]

My Tacoma has 150k miles and the transmission fluid has never been changed, should I drain drop the pan change the filter and refill or go the dealership for a flush?

[@repairvehicle]

I personally wouldn't go to the dealer. I would drain the fluid and change the filter. Then, I would add correct amount of ATF fluid, start the engine check fluid level, add if not enough. Turn engine off, drain the fluid and add correct amount again, and check level again. I use ATF fluid from here www.bestautofluids.com

[@Devil0027]

See but there are asterisk with that too. With the Lexus ISF, there is no change interval in the owners manual. So they kind of leave you stuck on what/when/how

[@repairvehicle]

You have ISF?

[@richiesparkz]

I have an 06 Scion tC (which uses a Camry engine) and I have 140k miles without a single transmission fluid change. I have been told that the old transmission fluid is probably somewhat pasty and is holding my transmission together. I want to keep my car running for a long time but I am afraid that changing the fluid now will cause more harm than good. What should I do?

[@repairvehicle]

+richiesparkz, your transmission fluid at 140k miles is just dirty and it's not providing proper lubrication to the transmission components. So, every day you drive with dirty fluid, more wear happens to the transmission. You can stop transmission wear from happening, by replacing transmission fluid. Fresh ATF fluid will not cause transmission to fail, drain the old fluid add new fluid. Avoid transmission fluid flush. I have video on my channel about it. Will fresh engine oil cause engine to fail? Off course not, why will fresh ATF fluid causes transmission to fail? Transmission shops want your transmission to fail so that they can steal more money from. They will discourage you, not to replace fluid. Check my channel I have ton of information about transmission filters, fluid and how to change ATF fluid in Toyota and other vehicles.

[@DM-ns3vb]

Hey guys really want some feedback from youtube. I just purchased a 2005 Lexus LS430 it has 100k miles flat and was regularly serviced one owner but not at the dealer. I brought it to the dealer and they recommended NOT to change the Transmission fluid. I am confused if it should be changed or not as it is sealed ? I thought the drain and fill method would be okay and I am not sure if it has ever been changed in the past which is what worried them .. Shifts like butter with no problems but I want to maintain my car and keep it in perfect condition.. any input would be great. thanks

[@repairvehicle]

Dimitrios M, pure fresh fluid will not hurt transmission it will only extend the life of the transmission. The reason why dealer does not want to change your atf is because technicians are lazy and they want to do only easy stuff brake and oil change. The other reason he is for the transmission to fail so that he can make a lot of money on you, by putting a new one.

[@matthewnorris9194]

I have a 2012 toyota corolla the trans fluid is a little dirty but its not burnt. It has 45000 miles on it should I change it?

[@repairvehicle]

Matthew Norris, a rule of thumb is to change every 30k to trouble free transmission. Unless you are using Amsoil synthetic signature series automatic transmission fluid then you can go 60k on transmission fluid. Let me know if you have any additional questions.

[@repairvehicle]

Matthew Norris, dirty transmission fluid destroys transmission internals, just like dirty engine oil destroys engine internal parts.

[@matthewnorris9194]

So I checked the fluid again its darker but still the redish color.

[@repairvehicle]

Matthew Norris, fresh fluid in the transmission is always big plus. Extends transmission life, improves shifting and improves mpg.

[@matthewnorris9194]

2012

[@abadperez1112]

I own a 2009 Toyota Tundra. Got it new. Now has 46 thousand. Should I change the trans fluid thanks.

[@repairvehicle]

Abad perez, if you are planning to keep your tundra, then I would recommend changing fluid. Fresh transmission fluid will extend transmission life.

[@Joe_334]

Was told my transmission fluid was orange after a timing belt change. Is that normal?

[@repairvehicle]

Nope

[@Joe_334]

@@repairvehicle that's okay, I have already had the trans filter and the ATF deployed and coming. Its a 2001 Toyota camry le 2.2l I4. How many quarts does it take?

[@repairvehicle]

Here's the link where you can see how many quarts it takes. www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2001/toyota/camry/2-2l-4-cyl-engine-code-5s-fe-x/us-volume/?zo=5257753

[@DanielRamirez-we2wy]

my sisters camry has 135,k she bought it with 50k im pretty sure the transmission oil has never been changed is it save to do it ? because i've heard that you could do more bad than good after this long hopefully you can asnwer my question

[@repairvehicle]

+Daniel Ramirez, what year is the camry?

[@DanielRamirez-we2wy]

its 2010 or 2011.

[@repairvehicle]

+Daniel Ramirez, fresh fluid will not cause any issues to the transmission. Just very carefully if you going to be doing transmission flush. Have you seen my youtube video about transmission flush?

[@DanielRamirez-we2wy]

ok thanks. and yes i've been doing alot of research an from all the videos yours was the best

[@joemcdaniel3239]

I had the same situation on my camry. First change was 100k, then the 2nd at 200k. Its still going strong at 230k, you will probably be fine

[@zeldonzz3961]

And for engine can i use castrol 10w-40 senthatic ? And for automatic transmission it is important to change oil filter ?

[@repairvehicle]

+Aurangzeb B , what year is your vehicle? What is the make and model of your vehicle?

[@zeldonzz3961]

repairvehicle 2004 144000 miles run i have just purchased the car

[@repairvehicle]

+Aurangzeb B , what is the name of your car

[@zeldonzz3961]

repairvehicle toyota crolla verso Automatic

[@repairvehicle]

+Aurangzeb B, when it comes to Motor oil, use the viscosity recommend by your owners manual. Here in US we don't have versa.

[@jdmDC2ftw]

Have you seen counterfeit WS fluid? I know there's fake OEM parts being sold as genuine.

[@repairvehicle]

Not yet

[@سامىالعبيدى-م2ل]

Can i add ac delco vi to toyota ws

[@repairvehicle]

No, it's not compatible. What do you have and mileage?

[@AmrTX2015]

Your videos are great and very useful, I subbed to your channel, please I need an advice, I have a 2006 Lexus IS350 with 135000 miles, I don't know if the previous owner changed the transmission fluid before, do you think it is a good idea to change it now for the first time at such high mileage? or it will cause the transmission to slip? please advise I really appreciate your help. thanks

[@repairvehicle]

I strongly recommend replacing fluid and filter. Changing fluid will not cause transmission to slip. If you replace transmission fluid and filter now, you will extend life of the transmission significantly.

[@AmrTX2015]

Sir, thank you so much I appreciate it a lot, I will replace it.

[@AmrTX2015]

watch?v=ctpVCWjd8b4

[@repairvehicle]

I have watched that video and don't agree with him saying that fresh clean fluid will damage your transmission. Dirty fluid will cause your transmission to slip and wear out fast.

[@jamesheinson1249]

Fuck ive got 120000 on my 2010 lexus es with no record of it ever being changed. Im draining it tomorrow.....

[@mark.namoco]

Can I use the same Toyota atf I have a 2008 RAV4 2.4L sports at 80k should I do a drain and fill? Take out 3.5 quarts and put in new oil

[@repairvehicle]

+Mark Namoco, you can use Toyota WS ATF fluid in your vehicle. However, there is a better ATF fluid than WS, synthetic ATF fluid. I strongly recommend draining old fluid and replacing with new fluid. Assuming you have correct amount of fluid in your transmission now, then it's just fine to drain and fill the same amount. Have you seen this video about changing WS in Toyota? kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5KuaHupfKp4otU

[@mark.namoco]

repairvehicle so just drain and fill right? Take out 3.5 quarts then add new and don't drop the pan. The second service after 500miles do the same right?

[@repairvehicle]

+Mark Namoco , yes drain and fill. Don't remove the pan. I don't know if you going to remove 3.5 quarts. Yes, for second service.

[@mark.namoco]

repairvehicle so if I'm only taking out 3.5 quarts the first and second service what's happened to the other dirty oil since RAV4 usually have 12 quarts of atf?

[@repairvehicle]

+Mark Namoco , old fluid is mixed with new fluid. It's better to have 50-80% of fresh fluid in the transmission than to have 100% old fluid. did you get a chance to watch my video on transmission flush? Because I explain in detail about mixing old ATF with new.

[@sd906238]

The WS cost more than the T-IV synthetic. So why does it cost more? Could I use the T-IV synthetic when the manual calls for WS?

[@repairvehicle]

Floyd R. Turbo, the reason for higher cost, It's just another way for Toyota to make money. Ws and type 4 atf are not compatible, they have different specifications. If you want best synthetic check out this website and this is what I am using in my cars Bestautofluids.com. Also, see my channel for additional information on fluid changes.

[@tardeliesmagic]

Been to my Toyota dealer they say WS is for 2007 onwards.

[@agostonberko]

i have lexus 600h. should I use toyota atf or something else ? maybe synthetic ?

[@repairvehicle]

You have very nice car!!! What year is your 600h?

[@repairvehicle]

Synthetic ATF is the key to trouble free transmission. What year is your car?

[@temimayor7660]

Pls need help. my lexus 2002 es300 has 165,000miles my transmission fluid is dark, is it safe I change it? if yes, what transmission oil is best at this high mileage. Thanks

[@repairvehicle]

Muyiwa Mayor, has transmission fluid ever been changed?

[@temimayor7660]

repairvehicle I bought the car at 140k miles. I have never changed it

[@repairvehicle]

Fresh fluid will not hurt anything or cause any damage. I personal would change the fluid to extend transmission life. I use AMSOIL ATF in my vehicles and recommend to others. I believe that there is no better ATF fluid than AMSOL. See description under the video for more details and also, bestautofluids.com/ In addition have large number of videos on my channel about amsoil atf and my personal experience.

[@repairvehicle]

Are you planning to change atf yourself?

[@repairvehicle]

Dark fluid means its old and its not providing proper lubrication to your transmission.

[@babajan1686]

I have a 2004 Toyota camry it has 270k miles and I never changed the transmission fluid. Is it too late to do it now?

[@repairvehicle]

+Baba Jan, it's never too late to change your ATF fluid. Just don't do the transmission fluid flush. Drain and fill.

[@babajan1686]

repairvehicle thank you for your advice. Subscribing now.

[@repairvehicle]

+Baba Jan, no problem.

[@richiesparkz]

Hi Baba, how is your car running after the transmission fluid change after 270k? I have an 06 Scion tC (which is the same as a camry engine) with 140k miles but I have been scared to change the transmission fluid.

[@thesart_]

it is extremely bad idea to replace transmission fluid if you never did it before. Because after 30 000 miles it loose it washing effect and just lubricate transmission. And when you will put there a new fluid it will pick up all the dirt and put it in to clutches. It will be the end of it. You need to replace it every 30 000, or leave it.

[@naimalizada8080]

What is the brand name of transmission fluid which is better than Toyota itself Give me the name I want to change my toyota highlander?

[@repairvehicle]

This is the best ATF fluid and I am using in my Toyotas www.amsoil.com/shop/by-product/transmission-fluid/automatic/signature-series-fuel-efficient-synthetic-automatic-transmission-fluid/?code=ATLQT-EA&zo=5257753

[@raynishdhauntal2883]

Any idea where I can find cvt FE fluid?

[@repairvehicle]

For what? In what country

[@raynishdhauntal2883]

@@repairvehicle Toyota ractis 2013, Suriname. Manual states that you should only cvt fe fluid.

[@repairvehicle]

here is the link amzn.to/2TW9v6M

[@tempestv8]

The MSDS for Toyota WS fluid states that it's "80-90% mineral oil". elit-oil.io.ua/files/0001/50/00015062.pdf

[@repairvehicle]

Thank you for posting this

[@johnhana90]

I almost lost my transmission due to this lifetime fluid, now I use volovolin max life.

[@michaelm9621]

Smart man

[@edgarfigueroa6266]

me to that what i use for my 2010 corolla s 1.8l has 54300 miles on it

[@TheLionAndTheLamb777]

I also use Valvoline Max Life Full Synthetic Toyota T-IV Spec.

[@repairvehicle]

I use amsoil in Toyota and Lexus vehicles, outstanding results.

[@vlsr71]

Why is this WS not full synthetic?