I just Bought a '99 toyota 4runner SR5 4wd like 3 weeks ago. Earlier today I was taking off from a stop sign and gave it gas and it revved up but didnt move anywhere so i gave it more gas and then my tires spun and ran normal again.. did this to me before is it a transmission problem??? what does it sound like to you?
Transmission Problem?
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These autos are pretty picky. Pay the little extra and go to the toyota dealership and get what they reccomend. It will cost you maybe $10 more but is worth it. If it fixes your problem, you may want to drain the transmission and refill as the fluid that is left in there is probably cooked.
All you have to do is take out the drain plug on the bottom of the tranny pan and drain it. Put the plug back in and refill it through the dip-stick with a skinny funnel. If you don't feel comfortable doing it, get it done somewhere. A little $ upfront will save you thousands in a tranny rebuild down the road.
Good luck and I hope it fixes your problem!
All you have to do is take out the drain plug on the bottom of the tranny pan and drain it. Put the plug back in and refill it through the dip-stick with a skinny funnel. If you don't feel comfortable doing it, get it done somewhere. A little $ upfront will save you thousands in a tranny rebuild down the road.
Good luck and I hope it fixes your problem!
I'm not trying to be rude... if you already know this you can ignore this post, but in case you don't know, read on.
The proper method of checking transmission fluid level is with truck running and warmed up (there are cold level hi/lo lines on the dipstick also, but they're just to get you in the ball park. The final measurement will be obtained using the hot hi/lo lines.)
So, with the truck running, slowly cycle through all the gears from "P" to "L" and back up to "P" with your foot on the brakes. Then, leave the truck running, and pull the dipstick out to check the level. If the the truck is already warmed up, use the "hot" lines on the dipstick, otherwise, use the "cold" lines on the dipstick. The dipstick should be located on the passenger side of the engine, near the rear of the engine compartment. Like others mentioned, it should have an orange handle.
If you've just come in from a long drive a high speeds on the highway, let the truck sit (not running) for approx 20 minutes, then come out and start it, cycle through all the gears, then check the level. If you don't let it sit for a bit, your indicated level will be too high, due to your tranny fluid temperature being hotter than "normal operating temperature."
ATF fluid is added (if level is too low) through the dipstick tube, and is drained (if level is too high) using the drain plug.
The proper method of checking transmission fluid level is with truck running and warmed up (there are cold level hi/lo lines on the dipstick also, but they're just to get you in the ball park. The final measurement will be obtained using the hot hi/lo lines.)
So, with the truck running, slowly cycle through all the gears from "P" to "L" and back up to "P" with your foot on the brakes. Then, leave the truck running, and pull the dipstick out to check the level. If the the truck is already warmed up, use the "hot" lines on the dipstick, otherwise, use the "cold" lines on the dipstick. The dipstick should be located on the passenger side of the engine, near the rear of the engine compartment. Like others mentioned, it should have an orange handle.
If you've just come in from a long drive a high speeds on the highway, let the truck sit (not running) for approx 20 minutes, then come out and start it, cycle through all the gears, then check the level. If you don't let it sit for a bit, your indicated level will be too high, due to your tranny fluid temperature being hotter than "normal operating temperature."
ATF fluid is added (if level is too low) through the dipstick tube, and is drained (if level is too high) using the drain plug.
The reason it is suddenly accelerating after a brief moment of hesitation is that the fluid is pumping up to where it should already be. You're priming the pump every time you step on the gas, due to the lack of fluid.
Buy some Dexron-III at any gas station or Target/Wal-Mart/Sears, etc., and a funnel that is skinny enough to fit into the transmission dipstick tube. Then, with the truck running, add 1/4 quart at a time until it is between either the cold or hot high/low lines, as appropriate. If you add fluid using the cold lines, err on the side of caution and fill only to the low line to get your truck running. Then, once you have it warmed up, park it in a level spot and check it using the "hot lines"(higher pair) and top it off as necessary, using GSGALLANT's above instructions.
On ours the dipstick is extremely difficult to replace once it is pulled out, due to the twists and turns the dipstick tube makes on its way to the transmission. Note the orientation of the dipstick when you pull it out, and put in back in the same way, allowing a bit of twisting and turning on its way back in. You will have to use brute force to stick it back in. Oh, and always use a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the dipstick. A tiny bit of dirt or lint can go a long way toward harming the transmission.
In all likelihood, the transmission has not been harmed by the low fluid level, unless it was run this way for an extended period of time.
Buy some Dexron-III at any gas station or Target/Wal-Mart/Sears, etc., and a funnel that is skinny enough to fit into the transmission dipstick tube. Then, with the truck running, add 1/4 quart at a time until it is between either the cold or hot high/low lines, as appropriate. If you add fluid using the cold lines, err on the side of caution and fill only to the low line to get your truck running. Then, once you have it warmed up, park it in a level spot and check it using the "hot lines"(higher pair) and top it off as necessary, using GSGALLANT's above instructions.
On ours the dipstick is extremely difficult to replace once it is pulled out, due to the twists and turns the dipstick tube makes on its way to the transmission. Note the orientation of the dipstick when you pull it out, and put in back in the same way, allowing a bit of twisting and turning on its way back in. You will have to use brute force to stick it back in. Oh, and always use a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the dipstick. A tiny bit of dirt or lint can go a long way toward harming the transmission.
In all likelihood, the transmission has not been harmed by the low fluid level, unless it was run this way for an extended period of time.