Toyota Trucks Sealed Transmission Fluid Replacement WITHOUT a scan tool

A Toyota master diagnostic explains Toyota Trucks sealed transmission fluid replacement WITHOUT a scan tool using the Fluid temperature check mode built in most Toyota trucks with overflow type transmissions.
In this video we revisit the Toyota sealed transmission fluid replacement procedure without a scan tool.
Many folks dislike the dipstick less Toyota transmissions. And while a dipstick is much easier, once you watch this video and practice the procedure you'll realize how easy it is to do this. You'll need very basic tools, some time to practice the procedure and a bigger wallet to carry the cash you save from paying a shop to do this!
I always recommend that you use Toyota original fluid. Almost all Toyota and Lexus sealed transmissions use Toyota WS ATF fluid. Some of them will say Life Time fluid. That from experience is not very accurate and some of these transmissions start having issues as they age and have more miles. Play it safe and change this fluid every 60,000 miles or 6 years.
The tools you'll need for this job :
- 14mm socket
-5mm hex socket
-small piece of wire
-graduated bucket or pan to capture the fluid and measure it.
-fluid transfer pump
Most Toyota and Lexus trucks are high off the ground enough where most folks will be able to do this without lifting the truck. However if you need to lift it make sure it's on a level surface and all 4 corners of the truck are lifted to make sure the level is accurate.
On Sequoia, Tundra and LX570 models don't forget to bypass the external transmission cooler thermostat if equipped!
If you are watching this video and you don't own a Toyota truck but own another Toyota or Lexus model with a sealed transmission, Review this older video I made on sealed transmissions.
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Do this job right and check the fluid level, I don't recommend you use the temp gun method as I explained in the video because it's highly inaccurate in Toyota trucks.
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0:00 Intro
0:35 Overview
2:10 Fluid Drain
4:44 Fluid Fill
5:45 Fluid level check

[@user-go6cj3zw9m]

This is a good video, the most informative on how to do this. Here is a summary: 1. Remove fill plug. 2. Drain transmission fluid in graduated bucked with the 14mm plug. Replace washer on plug and reinstall. It will be about 3 quarts. Note volume and put about ½ to 1 qt. more in than drained out. 3. Put jumper in OBD2 connector; jump 4th hole from left to 5th hole from left. 4. Crank truck. 5. Cycle between Park, D and R several times. This cycles the fluid. 6. Put truck in Park, and then cycle between D and N quickly while foot is on the brake, until the D light stays on solid while truck in in N or P. Now you are in fluid check mode. 7. Put the truck in Park & pull the jumper wire out. Leave truck running. . 8. Drain fluid from stand pipe drain with 5mm hex key. 9. When fluid comes out at a trickle/wobble, the fill level is good. 10. Install standpipe plug and a new washer. The fluid level is now correct. Notes Flashing D light means fluid is too hot Drain plug and fluid level plugs; Torque - 15 ft lbs. Use new gaskets Fill plug torque = 29 ft. lbs. Use new gasket

[@pabloramon768]

I just found out on that OBDll connector, the 4th pin is nonexistent… I was just about to do the fluid check process. Now what do I do? My car is 2020 Corolla LE with 1.8L and CVT someone help.

[@maxnuccio2440]

It’s cvt so likely different process best to lookup vehicle specific.

[@user-go6cj3zw9m]

@@pabloramon768 This process is for a 4Runner, not a Corolla. Car Care nut probably has a video for Corolla's too

[@pabloramon768]

@@user-go6cj3zw9m He does have a video, but I do believe that leaving a step out of the equation can throw a big wrench on the process entirely for the non initiated. Me, in my case, my OBD2 connector isn’t equipped with the #4 pin so I couldn’t do the bypass with a jumper wire. I kept trying to look for other ways to do that process, but I kept running into dead ends. Felt so frustrated. At the end I went to a O-Reilly’s store and purchased a dongle OBD2 and app to see functions through my smart phone, but the transmission’s temp reading was “N/A” from my car. So my last resort was to buy a temp gun and did it that way. I did that process this past Sunday 5/19/2024 and the following day I took the car for a 24 mile drive. The car did normal as if nothing happened. I may just gotten lucky there. Thanks for the reply.

[@pabloramon768]

@@maxnuccio2440 I’ve tried. Maybe I’m a complete idiot, because I couldn’t find any good reliable information on the internet with short time on my hands. Thanks for the reply.

[@stovetopp77]

Changed my ATF this weekend and am very thankful for this (and the many other) awesome videos you guys put out!!!

[@jaysmith179]

Wow. Just give us a dipstick Toyota. Anyways one of the best videos on youtube.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

Just ignore the transmission and drive the car. DIYers should not be messing with transmissions. The factory transmission fluid will still be good on the vast majority of cars when they go to the junkyard.

[@paulcoenen7918]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q Well Brian my vehicles don't become the vast majority. You are probably right though. I and many like me don't like our transportation budget to get out of control like the vast majority you speak of. This endless cycle of payments ,warranties and full coverage insurance is insane to some of us. Most of that money could be funding a very generous retirement plan. I buy vehicles and maintain them so they last along time. My brother however will buy one and do no prevent maintenance, just does what he absolutely has to. Thinks he is saving money by not spending any, then buys another one when the old one craps out. Seems to me he always has payments and he is always driving something that is on the very of catastrophe. Two different thought process I guess. 😁😁😁😁😁

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

@@paulcoenen7918 I max out my retirement accounts and still buy new cars. If you look at the depreciation and maintenance/repair curves you don’t save that much driving older cars. Not to mention older cars are functionally obsolete.

[@canamxmr4760]

Aisin

[@Bobo-ox7fj]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q Or! They could bring back the dipstick for essentially no cost and allow us to make that decision ourselves. But then they wouldn't make as much money on the dealership end. As far as being "functionally obsolete" whatever the fuck that means, if it can still manage freeway speeds and runs on the same petrol as everything else, it seems pretty current to me.

[@sherman4195]

Truth be told, I didn’t have to look at your bio to know instantly that you are a Toyota Master Diagnositc Technician! A great friend of mine is also one for a dealership way out west. But unfortunately, he’s clear across the US from me. And - he doesn’t offer a step-by-step KZbin channel like yourself! That said… in my mind, without a doubt… your are a true GOD SEND to all Toyota owners and especially to us ‘backyard mechanics’! Just wanted to say… THANKS!

[@naztim]

Followed steps and worked just as explained. My 2018 Tundra, 5.7 drained 4.5 qts cold. After adding new fluid, it took right at 4 minutes for D to light up indicating proper temp, didn't start flashing for another 3 minutes- plenty of time to pull stem plug and drain out the proper amount. May just be in my head, but sure seems to drive smoother. Believe it or not, I couldn't even get the Toyota dealer in Tulsa OK to quote me price to do this procedure. Glad I did it myself!

[@maxhatty]

Just calling random shops and asking for a quote on simple things like an alternator on a car where it's up top and easy to get to, hence Buick 3.8, they say they can't give a quote unless they do a diagnostic first. I understand that they are covering their butts, but C'mon man. Give me a guesstimate.

[@solluna2155]

This best channel of Toyota on KZbin period. I am learning a lot from you, appreciate the time and effort that you take to bring this content to us. Blessings.

[@jakepaddyfield4767]

Scotty second ?

[@solluna2155]

@@jakepaddyfield4767 scotty is good, no doubt about it. But this channel give more detail on on the mechanisms of Toyota's vehicles and their complexity. Timmy the tool man is another channel I love, he specializes on 3rd gen 4Runner, that's one of the vehicle I own; but now he's starting working on land cruiser, sequoia's and Lexus. He show the way and process to fix the vehicle properly.

[@jakepaddyfield4767]

@@solluna2155 Scotty is a toyota salesman...

[@alansmith1268]

@@solluna2155 By

[@mikesirohman6659]

Absolutely great video and teacher. Did this a few days ago on my 2016 Tundra with 46k. This was the first time the fluid was changed. A few observations. I drained the fluid and measured it to 4.5 quarts. Based on other videos I had seen this seemed high by at least half a quart and thought it may be overfilled (mistake). Highly recommend refilling using a funnel attached to plastic tubing running from the engine compartment. This required about 5 feet of clear pvc tubing with a 5/8 outside diameter. This thickness of tubing fits nice and snug in the transmission drain fill port. After filling the transmission, I performed the check level procedure as described. With a cold engine and 75 degree ambient temperature, the "solid D" took about 10 minutes to appear. I quickly removed the 5mm overflow plug only to have no fluid come out. I immediately shut off the truck. Now I did what should have been done in the first place and filled an additional .75 quarts of ATF into the transmission. After letting the engine cool for 45 minutes I performed the check level procedure again. After about 3 minutes the "solid D" appeared and I removed the overflow plug and happily watched a steady stream of fluid for about 15 seconds until the stream started to wobble/trickle. After a few seconds of the wobble, I replaced the plug, and torqued it to 15 ft pounds. I measured the overflow and magically it came out to exactly .75 quarts. The truck was filled to the exact level out of the factory (no surprise) and I should have put the extra in from the start. One more OCD tip. After filling the transmission, take a small piece of rag or paper towel and plug the end of the tubing before pulling it through engine compartment. This will stop the residual fluid in the tube from spilling out onto the floor and engine.

[@CC-te5zf]

Great info. One thing I'm trying to understand: There's allot more fluid in the transmission than what's being drained in this procedure - if you take into account the torque converter. Just curious if this procedure is repeated until all fluid is replaced - I think its about 12 quarts? Thanks!

[@thomasdesteuben5194]

@@CC-te5zf No,, he covered that topic in teh beginning of the video.

[@PocketManga]

@@CC-te5zf Depending on how old your transmission is. If you have not changed for a long time, might be good idea to do a flush. I think this procedure he is showing is simple drain and fill for transmission fluid that is 6 year old or 40K miles.

[@georgebennett785]

my kind of guy, do it right the first time

[@da324]

@@PocketManga When they haven't been changed for a long time he never recommends a flush, just a partial drain.

[@wildduckfu]

Thanks man . I think this is the best sealed Toyota ATF video on YT. It helped me to have the confidence to get through it. It is a lot easier than you may think and its good to get out of your elements and do something new.

[@ld3rp]

Just an awesome explanation on how to change and check the level on the transmission without an expensive computer. Thank you so much for that information!

[@jimn.9990]

As usual, you have produced another outstanding video with easy-to-understand, methodical, step-by-step instructions to guide almost anyone with enough confidence to tackle an otherwise complicated process.

[@danhufferdoutdoors]

Thank you for this, I go back to this every time I change the fluid.

[@Starman-yt8lj]

I plan to DIY this on my Tacoma when it’s due. Thanks AMD for another awesome video! 👍🏻

[@stevencampbell2304]

At 47k miles, I decided to do this since I tow/ haul a lot. I used a scan tool. Pulled the check bolt when temp read 95 degrees. Waited for a light stream/ trickle then put the bolt back in. I have a 2018 Tacoma with tow package. It has the trans cooler that I bypassed like you showed in the video. Thanks for the info! Was super helpful

[@tonymontana897]

Excellent video Sir. I don't know your name, but here in Australia we have the Toyota Aurion ( Australian car production has ended including this model), and it has the U660E transmission to the 2GR-FE. Great combo. I recently did a full transmission fluid flush and had to observe the correct filling and fluid check procedure too. Very important as you say to get the correct temperature before adjusting fluid level. I got mine spot on and it drives as new for many months now. Great channel. Thanks for your videos.

[@ericcanada9457]

I did the atf drain and fill this weekend. Very easy after watching this video a couple of times. Thank you for great information and easy instructions.

[@bobmauzy7373]

I am SO GLAD I FOUND your channel, sir! Please keep teaching us the “Professional Way” to do things right. Don’t worry about the complexity; you have a wonderful ability to make your point! I loved your comment about practicing the procedure; because for me that’s important when operating in a small window of time-PROFESSIONAL: you know and Do, DIY:easy and “good enough “

[@nc_sxsrider]

I seriously appreciate your videos and this video! Luckily my friend has a scan tool so that made doing it on my Tundra way way easier but I was so nervous going into this and there's so many different thoughts about do I change the filter or do a flush and yours is just straight forward and to the point and really put me at ease in the process! Thanks again for your content! I also now change my Camry oil every 5k vs 10k after your Camry engine video.

[@bobcoats2708]

Thank you AMD. Another valuable video. Appreciate your time and effort, as always!

[@thomasbosch7819]

By far the best transmission fluid change video I’ve seen very thorough great stuff man thank you

[@Cliflyri]

Thank you for making these videos, and encouraging us to do it the correct way. An inexpensive bluetooth ODBII adapter and the torque app on a phone made the job even that much easier - just watching the trans temp readout from below the car and pulling the the plug at the right time. Thank you again!

[@charlesajouri7233]

Thanks for the video. I did my 2013 RX350 following your instructions. Took about 10 mins for the D to come on and took another 10 mins before it started to flash (ambient temp was 80F). Plenty of time to allow the extra fluid to drain out. Of course I put the plug back on as soon as the drain line turned into a drip (about a minute into it).

[@kerrygibbs8198]

Other people are making videos on installing cupholder liners. This guy is a master mechanic and is sharing great information!!!

[@gentile1947]

I’ve looked at multiple videos about doing this procedure. By far yours is the best!

[@jamesanderson4014]

Got a friend with a Toyota truck great explanation but I am glad got a dip stick with cold ,warm and hot measures of trans fluid . Great great info .

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

Thank you!! This is a big help, since I commute 126 miles a day in my 4Runner, I’ll be doing this quite often. The wife’s 4Runner not as many miles as I do. Thanks again!

[@mikejohnson9118]

Another thing to corroborate the AT fluid temp when practicing. Note the "Temp" level on the AT gauge. Then also get a reading on the IR gun. But based on the real reading from the sensor. This should give you a window-range for your helper.

[@civilwolf4843]

Thank you for the informative video. I just knocked out the change for a LX 570. Thanks again, and best of luck to you on your new endeavor!

[@steveszatkowski6675]

God bless you for helping us out. this was so informative, clear and concise and I would not have attempted this or done it wrong without you!!!! keep it up.

[@burdesh]

Great video...watched it a few times before attempting this on my 2011 Tacoma PreRunner. Just a few observations I'd like to share that might help others. In the fluid level check process...it took about 6 minutes to warm up on a 93 deg F day...after shifting neutral to drive to neutral multiple times the AT Temp light came on steady as anticipated...however, 3 seconds later it started flashing indicating the temp was now above range. This didn't leave me sufficient time to bleed the extra fluid while in the proper temp range, but I did it anyways figuring the Trans fluid temp was on the lower part of its operating range. Once I got the trickle, I screwed in the plug. Probably a 1 minute bleed time in total. Also, in the drain part of the process, I collected 2 qts + 18 oz, a little over 2.5 qts, so don't be surprised if your drain quantity is less than 3 qts. Also use new crush washers for the drain and check plugs...they are the same size...got mine at local dealership parts store. Thanks again for making a great video...keep up the great work...I'm subscribed now 👋🤓👍

[@steadyeddie7453]

Your truck may have been one of the ones that came from the manufacturer low on fluid. It has been talked about in forums and may even be in one of the TSB's for this AC60 trans. Also, you can replace that silly check fill plug that uses a 5mm allen with a new trans drain hex bolt. Same threads and less chance of having issues stripping out that 5mm hole down the road.

[@Azfrontier]

I remember first reading this procedure and and thought no way am I even going to attempt that but you’re video does a great job showing exactly how to do it and very clearly making this job look way more doable. Thx!

[@nicholaspetre1]

Yes, I had my initial thoughts exactly like yours, but video does help a lot

[@nukerog]

This is the most valuable video on Toyota transmissions I have ever found!

[@artincorona]

Great video for the do it yourself mechanic. My 2012 4 Runner has 160,000 miles on it, I bought it used in 2021 with 140,000 miles, and couldn't find out if transmission service has ever been done on it so I played it safe and changed the oil and mesh filter. I'm so glad I did because the oil was very black and had a real funny smell to it. Prior to changing it it would have occasions of slow shifting and not downshifting properly when going down a hill but not all the time. It now shifts so much better and without hesitation on hills.

[@CG-zh1td]

Mr CCN, just did the 1st trans fluid change on my '09 4Runner. It was overdue for sure, it's 1st, however it has just 32,000 miles. This video was HUGELY helpful - thank you! Drain and fill is easy - as you point out, this >appears< more complicated than it really is. I did have a couple of differences from your video tho - yours drained 3 quarts, I used an identical measuring bucket for the drain and got exactly 4qts out. Fortunately I had 6qts of WS on hand. Once in diagnostic mode and having pulled the jumper wire, it was about 14 mins at idle before the A/T Temp light came on and it was time to check the level. Having put in 4 1/2 qts, some came draining out as expected. Once dripping, replaced the check plug and was good. Here's the 2nd thing I noticed - rather than turn the engine off, I let it continue idling. It took another 9 minutes for the light to begin flashing, so I realized there is no huge rush to get under and pull the check plug. Just get right to it, take the time to do it carefully and it will be fine. This a fantastic tutorial, thank you very much for posting! 👍🙏

[@coloradoboo1071]

Hopefully my 2014 Tundra will be okay. Last month, I did the drain and refilled 1/2 a qt extra then blocked the thermostat with a pin and used the thermo scan gun on top of the pan and drained when it hit 104 degrees. (Took about 10 minutes to get it up there.) Glad I don't have to worry about it for 6-years. (Very low mileage since it's our 3rd vehicle, only 42K right now)

[@firemedic521]

Thank you, this method worked great and was very easy. I was a little hesitant to try it but I'm so glad I did. Everything worked just as described. Thank you !

[@smiththers2]

I don't know how I'm just now seeing this video after seeing so many others talk about it. I will use your exact checking method because you're the Toyota Man!

[@cm517chris]

Man, thank you so much for this video. Unbelievably helpful 👍 I've saved your video for future reference, as we're doing our first drain and fill soon. Thank you 💯

[@alexdesamsonow822]

Thanks so much AMD! Did I understand you correctly, when the temp is right, and you go to pull the fluid level plug. Put in park and leave engine running when you pull the plug? Right? Thanks, Alex PS. God Bless you and yours.

[@s0lsh1n]

Thank up for the video. After a year putting this off and not wanting to pay a dealer I did it myself. Way easier tan I thought. The thing holding me back was not knowing the jumper trick. Thanks for saving me $100!

[@jayb7796]

You put off changing the fluid in your $40,000.00+ truck for a year because you didn’t want to spend $100.00…. I don’t understand some people.

[@s0lsh1n]

@@jayb7796 it was an 8k camry. Little different

[@robertmuller1247]

Thank you for your quality content. I am glad that I found your channel a while back. Keep up the great work.

[@ignagfitzpeltz]

Life indeed is good. Followed the video today and completed the task (4th gen 4R, 1GR-FE, 133,000 miles recently purchased). I had a garage (not dealership) change the pan and fluid a few months ago, but I wanted to do a second change to be sure the level was correct and that Toyota WS fluid was used. I educated myself in the last two months about this process and wanted to do the project again to be sure. I ended up having to put in an extra quart of fluid beyond what I drained, so that told me that there was not enough in the system from the change a few months ago. Now the level is correct. Thanks for your excellent videos. God bless.

[@rightlanehog3151]

AMD, I watch these auto transmission service videos just to increase my enjoyment of the 10 minute, '2 quarts out-2 quarts in' manual transmission fluid changes on my old 5 speed.

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

Thank you! Just got to almost 60k on my 2021 4Runner. It was really simple. Thanks for telling us the transmission temp check. This was more than helpful!

[@4Runner21]

Hello. I also own 21 4Runner, Rear Wheel Drive, 50K miles thus far. Did you do the jumper cable protocol on yours? Does yours actually have a pin in 13? I’m reading that newer trucks don’t have that 13 pin? On mine I can’t tell if it does or not?

[@gavinspring1350]

Practiced a few times as suggested using the shorting wire. Worked a treat. Diagnostic screen and checks also came up on the infotainment system. 2012 V6 Prado Kakadu. Found that my level was slightly under full. I used the hand held temp gauge last time. So you were correct, that method isn't accurate, but was slightly out. Thanks mate.👍

[@khautong2774]

Very informative, was able to drained and refilled my 15 LS 460 transmission fluid by watching this. Thanks AMD.

[@kiwiasian]

Thank you. This answered a lot of the practical questions I had.

[@metricdeep8856]

Finally Toyota improved this procedure!! It was always so difficult to use that dipstick with the grid stamped on it. I like how we now have to check fluid levels from the bottom of the reservoir. That's some next level thinking right there.

[@Tigerwarhawk]

I see what you did there. 😜

[@sevensinscocktails]

Going to be doing my first drain and fill around 70k(2018 4Runner) I know probably not ideal, but I bought it used at 62. Hoping the fluid isn’t too bad but now is better than never and I’m prepared to do it as many times as needed to get a clean batch in there. Most helpful video I’ve found so far, thanks for walking through doing it without a scanner although I plan on buying one it’s nice to know I can do it without.

[@craigb24680]

I had to replace a couple solenoids in my 08 CM Tundra followed the advice to the T and worked perfectly. thank you for very informative videos!

[@jchancalifornia]

Excellent video, instructions and breakdown. I just finished a drain and replace on my ‘18 GX460. I feel like an expert, until I burned my forearm maneuvering under the exhaust. 😂

[@stovar1182]

LOL🤣🤣😂. I too have a GX460 and debating if I want to do it myself.

[@MegaBadwolf]

Great guide to a ATF change process - would help to know that between the 'D' appearing and it starting flashing can take ~ 3 minutes - plenty of time to pull that level plug

[@superpedro4691]

I started refill when the light was flashing BUT I took the plug off dripped some then stopped. It should be fine ?

[@weloveups831]

This man is awesome. He is the real deal. I worked several years as a Toyota tech and with one of the best Toyota techs possibly ever. He is giving you all great advice in all his videos!

[@CHIBA280CRV]

This is the best informative video on the fluid change I have found anywhere, thank you my friend 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@Gilbertmk2]

Great video. Instead of taking a chance doing it myself I had my local Toyota dealership do a flush on my 4runner (53k miles) hopefully they checked the fluid correctly.

[@carbonking53]

One thing I've learned is even dealer techs take short cuts and don't do thing right sometimes. However, you can always count on the dealer to charge the highest price for the job.

[@nevv8581]

Thank you for taking the time and effort to share your knowledge. I’m not a Toyota owner but appreciate the sound advice. Maybe I will consider a Toyota in future. Good job!

[@666dynomax]

You need to be a toyota owner. What ever you are driving might not be as good ;)

[@nevv8581]

@@666dynomax Lexus owner… agreed 100%

[@666dynomax]

@@nevv8581 Ohhh you're a lexus owner, well man thats no issue! That is a toyota, only better!

[@paulflannigan888]

Yep, was going to try this. Now I'm just making an appointment at the dealership. Thank you for letting me know this is above my pay grade.

[@frbhobbyprojects-itswhatid2707]

I watched a few other video channels on how to drain, fill and check tranny fluid. So, I did my 2013 Rav4 and ended up with too much fluid that came out when I did the level check at the end. Obviously, I did not check the fluid temperature to verify the proper temp. range , I just ran the car to heat up the fluid, and guessed It got too hot, and the fluid expanded too much. Then I got worried and weren't sure how to correct it. I was going to buy a digital heat sensor gun. By chance I came across your video and I followed your instruction using the wire in the OBD , wow, it worked just like you said.Thanks so much , you saved my repair. Keep up the great work.

[@KayBertoss]

I have a good relationship with my dealership and know their staff. They know I'm fussy and really take care of my vehicles. They seem to make sure staff do things correctly. Where I live it's impractical to do this myself. I love these types of videos because now I know what to expect when i get this service done. I will have an good idea what to look for when I double check their work. Thanks for all the helpful videos AMD!

[@guymann4016]

Lol they’re like, “oh gawd, that Hamilton guy is back.”

[@paulcoenen7918]

How are you going to check their work on a tranny fluid change? How you going to be able to tell if they even did it or not?

[@Oliver-pl5sk]

Need to watch a few more times to get the hang of the procedure. Thanks AMD! On a side note, you see how the AC condenser (evaporator hose from factory at Chapter 3 starting @2:12 and all the way through in that chapter) is draining on to the frame? I installed a 3/8" OD clear tube about a foot long over the factory drain and secured it tight using a hose clamp and a cable tie thru one of the frame holes. It now drains the water outside and clear of the frame. Not sure why Toyota can't do this at factory!!! its a lot of water that can collect and sit inside the frame aiding rust.

[@saintsfan7991]

Thanks for the tip! Can you provide the timestamp for the condenser drain that you are referring to?

[@kordapyo612]

You must be referring to evaporator drain hose..

[@kordapyo612]

@@saintsfan7991 around 2:30 but it is evaporator, not condenser..

[@saintsfan7991]

@@kordapyo612 Cool, thanks Glenn!

[@alb12345672]

No joke with that. Many crown vics went to the junkyard because of that problem! It collected in a bad spot in the frame, near the passenger LCA mount!

[@lamoe11]

Very well explained. Thank you. If I lived close to your business, I would definitely be a customer.

[@DreammoreRealty]

Thank you for this video. I'm almost to change the fluid and I was wondering if I can do it at home or take my tacoma to the dealer. You save me some money. Thank you keep going

[@TdrSld]

The 2 gen and 3 gen Tundra's have the fill plug on the drive side pretty much dead center of the side of the transmission. Can be a bit of a PITA if you have a 4x4 as the front drive shaft is right in the way.

[@gianmariavolonte4315]

As always, very well presented video. Whomever came up with the term "lifetime fluid" when it comes to fluid maintenance, needs to be slapped. I've seen where this bites a lot of Ford customers in the ass with the AWD PTU case. The PTU in most models is surrounded by high temp components and the fluid basically turns to sludge and causes the PTU to fail ($1700 repair). Ford clearly stated in the manual it was lifetime fluid and didn't need to be changed. It took Ford 13 years to acknowledge that the fluid needs to be changed at 30K.

[@kelvis1980]

Now this is the video I have been searching for. Bravo 👏👏

[@clicgear100]

Awesome! Just did this today, little nerve recking for me. I drained out about 2.5 quarts, added 3ish back. Did the wire thing and D-N took about 5 minutes or less. Went to check the overfill and it was just a trickle. So I shut it off thinking it was perfect amount, which it may have been, but added another half quart plus. Did it all over again and got a good drain this time. Worked perfectly. Thank you.

[@mattb9664]

Next is the correct way to flush brake fluid with and without use of techstream! There has got to be a better way than use using a slower vacuum bleeder, which doesn't cycle the fluid out of the abs system.

[@Gilbertmk2]

Yes! Thats the only fluid I have left to change.

[@sharonedgar3110]

3aaaaa

[@mattb9664]

I'd like to know because I want to change my 4Runner over to the Prestone Dot4 synthetic. It's very very good brake fluid (I used it in my Tacoma), and provides a very linear brake pedal response, unlike the pressure ramp-up response of the stock fluid which I'm sure is Dot3.

[@geofjones9]

Very informative! Just bought a '15 Sienna with 24k miles. I was concerned there was no trans dipstick (I still am!). I'm sure trans fluid was never changed. Please do a program on the Sienna.

[@chriselliott3741]

Another DIY job done thanks to your wisdom and guidance. Thank you AMD and please keep the helpful videos coming!

[@oberurselts]

I have a 2006 Tacoma Prerunner, 4.0 Engine. Of all the video's (5) I have seen online, following your instructions, I was finally able to get my truck in the AT Fluid Check Mode. Again, many thanks! Your video again was the only one that works for me.

[@FloridaSunMitochondria]

Best advice he gives is practice it. I can now do it in my sleep if I had to.

[@James-il3tq]

Practice on your friends/girlfriends vehicle then you can service your own car 😄

[@DogRedful]

Hah…I just did my wife Corolla last week. 🤣😂🤣🤣

[@rondhole]

Amazing technique without expensive scanner. Still classic Toyota, always way to go around without scanner

[@travellerusafromthewest3514]

Hi AMD, i just changed AFT on my 2013 Lexus RX 350 ( F sport, 8 speed transmission). Used Toyota OEM WS, and a sangauge 2 . I started draining the excessive fluid @ 95 F, and finished by the gauge showed 100 TFT while the engineering was running, ( 95-113 is the range ). Everything seems fine, and the car drives much smoother. I did take your advice to get ready because of the short window. Thanks. I bought this vehicle at its 70K miles weeks ago, AFT did not seem get changed. I did a first drain fill 10 days ago, today’s task was the 2nd, an interval of about 200 miles. Each time took 3.5 QT. I think I am all set till the car gets 100 K miles. I hope by then, I have a chance to see the filter gets changed, either from you or from other KZbinrs. Thank you!

[@hdfxst1521]

I have to admit because of your videos and testimonies from people I know that have Toyotas, I ended up getting one myself. 2023 Tacoma SR V6 4x4.

[@fizout]

Great follow up to your previous sealed transmission fluid replacement video, AMD! In particular, it's nice to see the clarifying note about putting the shifter back into Park once the fluid level check mode is activated. Also answers whether one drain and fill is needed, and not multiple cycles. Is there a case where multiple cycles would be beneficial?

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Multiple drain and fill cycles is beneficial if there’s contamination

[@larryzapotocky1363]

@@TheCarCareNut Great video! Do you do multiple drain and fills at 60,000 or just one? Is it ok to just do 1 drain and fill or does Toyota recommend to do multiple drain and fills as a standard procedure? Thanks for your help!

[@timferguson593]

I just have the dealer do and read a magazine.

[@ceciliaabdalla4954]

@@larryzapotocky1363 I watched his other vids, just one drain and fill every 6 years or 60,000m whichever comes first. You do not have to waste your money on a transmission filter. Always use Toyota Fluid.

[@thetechlibrarian]

Sweet just seen this pop up, watching now,I really need to do my trans fluid. Thanks for recording in 1440p looks good.

[@glennnichols4220]

Who taught you in school to use seen like this? It is funny how people follow what they "SEEN" other people use just to sound cool. SAW Hold on let me correct this.

[@thetechlibrarian]

@@glennnichols4220 I bet your fun at parties,, but considering you understood exactly the point I was trying to make and the fact that this is an Internet forum and not a scholastic endeavor I don’t See why you’re whining. Do you sit down and cross your legs when you pee?

[@glennnichols4220]

@@thetechlibrarian Can't answer a simple question can you?

[@glennnichols4220]

@@thetechlibrarian And then the fact your a librarian makes it even more laughable.

[@thetechlibrarian]

@@glennnichols4220 yeah history and science were always my strong suits I have to admit I was never Fond of English class , And The Tech Librarian refers to a strong suit about electronics, everybody has something they’re good at,I take it yours is making sure peoples KZbin comments have correct grammar. Do you get paid for it at least ?

[@garyaaron8425]

AMD..Another great one. I have to admit watching you do it is fantastic...getting the gumption to do it myself....not so much. Sooooo...if I volunteer to drive my truck and I buy all parts can you be the teacher?!?. Love it and please don't stop.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! I can do that. Email with Chicago service request on the subject

[@ericchen776]

Thanks I’ll watch your video when I do the fluid change on my family’s Tacoma.

[@kbros65]

Another job well done!!! Thank you!! Lol…. I’m headed out to buy a scan tool!!!🤣🤣🤣

[@jamesshark1834]

Planning to OV (Orange Virus) tune or KD MAX tune my 2021 Tacoma 4x4 TRD Sport. Will this compromise the reliability of my truck? Will throttle or transmission be affected negatively? Thanks for all your videos!! Really great and informative!!

[@bigmatt503]

Quickly become my favorite toyota channel

[@KaluNatt]

Very detailed and informative video about sealed Toyota trucks transmission fluid change. Thanks

[@BrockOhhhh]

Appreciating my 20+ year old 4runner more after watching this.

[@gsmiklo8555]

Those things are comfy and v8

[@userokg751]

Much better vehicle than these Modern Toyota that's for sure I owned a 2000 Toyota 4Runner never had a problem out of it

[@flight2k5]

@@userokg751 🤣😂 no they’re not

[@biggeo4762]

What I appreciate more than your informative videos in the fact that your a quality human being. 👍 2 Questions: How is it possible that adding 3qts(out of ~13qts total) every 60k miles is sufficient to keep the ATF relatively clean? And would changing the interval to 30k miles be throwing money away? Thanks.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi george. The idea is to refresh some of the fluid to keep the transmission protected. Replacing the whole capacity very frequently is actually not good for the transmission. And doing the fluid every 30k is ok but a bit on the early side. Replacing it every 60k is safe

[@MrMartinWitt]

I flushed mine 2010 transmission by the tubes that go to the radiator. I bought this Toyota a 2 years and it was risky but. The previous owner was a good guy! Mine Toyota has 215.000 miles and works perfectly! Thanks in sharing your knowledge! We appreciate it!

[@henryzamora9756]

Super Toyota guy. I've watched 3-4 videos & he's one of the best.

[@thepokerpilotapp]

Be CAREFUL, AMD incorrectly identified the wrong plug at time stamp 9:47. He says DRAIN plug rather than CHECK plug. He states it correctly when he mentions it again but there’s likely to be a least one person here that will follow exactly as he states. As usual, another GREAT video 🙏

[@fredwilliams7893]

Thank you for the clarification. he confused me aswell when he said drain plug.

[@dongahng]

I almost follow exactly as he says. Thank you for the correction. Thank you for the wonderful video.

[@roynajecki1100]

I'm still a bit confused. I am presuming the Drain plug is on the bottom of the pan and covers the plastic tube. Where is the 'Check' plug? Is that on the side of the pan and what I would call the 'Fill' plug. I'm thinking that when the fluid reached the proper temp then the Drain plug (bottom of pan) would be removed to let out excess fluid (fluid above the lip of the plastic tube), and that the Fill plug would not be touched.

[@thepokerpilotapp]

@@roynajecki1100 the drain plug is the 14mm bolt. The check/ overflow plug is the 5mm hex. The fill plug is the 24mm plug up on the passenger side.

[@thepokerpilotapp]

@@roynajecki1100 the plug that contains the plastic tube is the overflow plug, aka check plug.

[@hiersdable]

Thanks again for these videos, really great stuff! Quick question... what is the proper orientation for the crush washer on the drain and overflow plugs? Does the big/flat side go on the bolt head and the small/curved side go on the pan?

[@sidethsoeur2134]

Yes

[@guy3749]

Man do I appreciate you and your channel. Thank you for all your videos I think your great! 🇨🇦

[@user-ts7gr8vq6p]

Thank you very much! I just saved $400 changing atf myself

[@bwest-yq3uc]

Toyota should had remembered" don't fix it if it is not broken" when they came up with this complex and expense transmission fluid change and they removed the dependable Dip Stick for the tranny. They just added to the maintenance cost for their owners. What were they thinking? Thanks for the video. I will take my to an indep, tranny shop to have the fluid changed.

[@Lotrioni]

I disagree with the dipstick suggestion, those things done by a layman are a main entry point for dust

[@briangil2163]

I changed the fluid and filter on my 14 Corolla. It has the "outdated" dipstick. Just get the trans up to full operating temp, check fluid, adjust if needed and I'm not crawling under a hot running engine. This is definitely to discourage owner maintenance.

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

I have trust issues, this has been a fantastic video. Nice and easy, no labor charges, and I did it!

[@skippylippy547]

When it comes time to replace the transmission fluid on my 2020 4runner I'm taking it to the Toyota dealer and have them do it correctly. If anything goes wrong they will be responsible for making it right again.

[@miriamvivo4279]

Be careful when you have a shop do it. Very few shops use a torque wrench. Also many don't use oem specific fluids. They use aftermarket.

[@caiusoprea4092]

This tutorial is absolutely phenomenal. Between the fluid I took out and what I replaced (making sure it was on the correct level) there was a difference of 210 grams. I am ashamed to say that this is the first transmission fluid refresh I have done on my 120000 mile 4Runner, so 210 grams short is not so bad, but now I am sure that it has enough fluid. I will do this again in 10000 miles and hopefully "life is good"... 😂😂😂

[@daniele.644]

I assume you’ve had no issues since you changed the fluid?

[@TechCrazy]

I guess “his life is good”.

[@jstinnette]

Just did mine.(I LOVE this channel!) I only got 2.5 quarts when drained. Added about 3 quarts (my pump won't get every last drop out of the bottle). Did the procedure and when checked it didn't exactly gush out but it was a small stream that went to a drip after a minute or so.

[@g.fortin3228]

Awesome explanations !! And details. Now I understand the right way. Thank you!

[@benjaminjimenez7303]

Hello AMD, thanks for the informative videos, really appreciate it. I also watched the previous video you did on this. I have one question though: would the procedure for checking the transmission fluid temperature be the same on a 2011 Toyota Camry LE? Since the dashboard shows all the gears (P R N D), and there is no transmission fluid temperature light. Thank you.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! It would be the same but the D light instead of the trans fluid temp

[@briantday]

Question: at ~10:06 that looks like a pretty steady stream to me, not a "trickle". Not challenging, just trying to understand; visually what change are you looking for (e.g. from a heavy full flow to the smaller/thinner stream that you show)? If I hadn't seen this video, I would've assumed "trickle" meant an interrupted (drop, drop drop) or at least a very thin/tiny stream and would not have put the plug back in so quickly. Again, not disagreeing, just trying to educate myself. Visually (since you didn't show the full flow), how would you differentiate between a proper flow of "extra" fluid, and when to put the plug in? Thanks, as always, for these incredibly helpful videos!

[@Got4wd73]

Great video! Takes about 10-12 minutes to get to temp and another 10-12 for the over temp. Plenty of time to do the drain with one person.

[@andyalmeida8356]

I miss my 6 speed manual so much right now lol... Great video none the less.

[@vah-mingmoua9599]

Another great one. I was always thought to change the filter/screen as well as it is the part in the transmission that filters out debris. And if you said it is not needed, should it be looked at at the next interval?

[@TheCarCareNut]

I wouldn’t replace it ever as long as the fluid is serviced on time.

[@travellerusafromthewest3514]

HI AMD, how about using a ScanGuage2, to connect to the OBD2 port to read AFT temperature? This way, no need for a jump wire…. Thanks.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Yes that works and it’s the easiest way. However if you don’t want to buy a tool just for this job you have another way to do it

[@christianmondragon7006]

Great video. My dealership changed our fluid for a $89 so I had them do it but if I ever have to I’ll consult your video.

[@GE-pu8vt]

Another great video from an excellent instructor.