03-07-2023, 02:28 PM
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The dipstick should also say Type-IV on it.
When I did mine I changed it with Amsoil signature series ATF. Its been a few thousand miles already with no issues at all.
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Ok, I will check that and see what it says.
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03-07-2023, 03:29 PM
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Ok, correction
Just checked...
But no transmission fluid dipstick.
So I used the other ATF?
If I do a drain and re-fill of the fluid, what is the best way to go about it?
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03-07-2023, 03:48 PM
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On Amazon,
This is the fluid I need for sealed transmissions?
Toyota 00289-ATFWS Automatic Transmission Fluid,
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03-07-2023, 03:58 PM
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You still never gave the year...
You can download a copy of it here.
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03-07-2023, 04:51 PM
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Dude!! Great link
Thank you
I have a 2008, V6 SR5
I did crawl under and found the trans fill bolt, does appear that WS is on it, from what I can see...very hard angle to see
So I ordered that fluid
Also ordered a pump to pump it back in.
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03-07-2023, 05:09 PM
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Looks like I have the 1GR-FE engine
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03-07-2023, 05:21 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MityMax96
Ok, correction
Just checked...
But no transmission fluid dipstick.
So I used the other ATF?
If I do a drain and re-fill of the fluid, what is the best way to go about it?
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Yes, Toyota WS fluid.
Look at the top of the 4th Gen forum for this thread. Or search 4th Gen ATF drain and fill. You should get plenty of write-ups.
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03-07-2023, 05:27 PM
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Yes, Toyota WS fluid.
Look at the top of the 4th Gen forum for this thread. Or search 4th Gen ATF drain and fill. You should get plenty of write-ups. |
Will do
Thank you.
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03-07-2023, 05:41 PM
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Will do
Thank you.
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You're welcome. The trickiest part is confirming the correct fluid level. Be sure to have a thorough understanding of that process.
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03-07-2023, 07:49 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MityMax96
Dude!! Great link
Thank you
I have a 2008, V6 SR5
I did crawl under and found the trans fill bolt, does appear that WS is on it, from what I can see...very hard angle to see
So I ordered that fluid
Also ordered a pump to pump it back in.
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Originally Posted by Bluesky 07
Yes, Toyota WS fluid.
Look at the top of the 4th Gen forum for this thread. Or search 4th Gen ATF drain and fill. You should get plenty of write-ups. |
Yes as has been confirmed by others, you definitely need to use the WS fluid.
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03-08-2023, 06:02 AM
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how's the mileage? The thing is if its way overdue the damage is done.
A drain and fill wont do much if the clutches are worn out, I've rebuilt 2 transmissions one on my 03 4runner (A340F) on the 2018 and my 11 Landcruiser Prado (A343F) on the 2019.
Tried everything on my 4runner before rebuilding (Drain/fills, additives and changing solenoids) to be honest I'd say the additive did give me at least a few months of use while I made my decision.
I had a shift delay and on some occasions it would take some patience to shift into reverse when the Transmission oil was cold. So I parked in reversed everywhere I went.
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03-08-2023, 08:24 AM
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You're welcome. The trickiest part is confirming the correct fluid level. Be sure to have a thorough understanding of that process.
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Yes I have been reading some instructions linked to in the threads mentioned here, as well as a YouTube vid I came across
So will read some more and make my step-by-step notes and do it
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03-08-2023, 08:24 AM
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Yes as has been confirmed by others, you definitely need to use the WS fluid.
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Roger that
Thank you and it has been ordered. 
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03-08-2023, 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by miller507
how's the mileage? The thing is if its way overdue the damage is done.
A drain and fill wont do much if the clutches are worn out, I've rebuilt 2 transmissions one on my 03 4runner (A340F) on the 2018 and my 11 Landcruiser Prado (A343F) on the 2019.
Tried everything on my 4runner before rebuilding (Drain/fills, additives and changing solenoids) to be honest I'd say the additive did give me at least a few months of use while I made my decision.
I had a shift delay and on some occasions it would take some patience to shift into reverse when the Transmission oil was cold. So I parked in reversed everywhere I went.
Good luck
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I am hoping it isn't a transmission rebuild, I just don't have the money for that.
So I am going to try my luck w/ the cheaper options first. That I can do myself.
But so far, the issue only started happening recently.....and even then it isn't as bad as the issue you had.
I had my 4Runner tuned...so that may have triggered the problem. But was probably going to happen regardless if I didn't have the tune done.
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03-09-2023, 08:15 AM
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Another question, aside from transmission
At times, I am hearing a weird sound....almost like the sound you here when on rumble strips on the interstate.
Also maybe a slight grinding feeling when I hear the sound.
Any ideas what that is?
Axle seal?
Wheel bearing?
I believe it is coming from the rear, not the front
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