Transmission Fluid check procedure for 2016

I am having a problem understanding this theory ?
I am not saying you are incorrect , but I have a hard time believing the thermostat doesn't need to be pinned when many members are going to the dealer and having the thermostat pinned when checking the fluid .
With the information you were given , did it stipulate that fluid flow goes through the thermostat in 2 directions all the time ?

 

Not a theory. I bought the TIS 2 day pass and the manual doesn't mention the thermostat at all in the ATF level check procedure.

That's not to say they didn't miss something. They may have updated it since I used it (about 2 months ago). Our maintenance manuals get revisions constantly at work. We have to trust those manuals. There is no emergency lane at 39,000 feet. That's why I put faith in the manual.

There is a pdf that list the new features of the AC60E and AC60F that you can view when you sign up to TIS. It says the trucks with the tow package flow through warmer, radiator cooler, air cooler, thermostat, then back to trans, ALWAYS. Those without are regulated by the thermostat.

 

Verbatim.

"The ATF flowing route does not change and ATF always circulates from the transmission to the radiator
(water-cooled type ATF cooler) and air-cooled type ATF cooler."

It does seem counterproductive to install a thermostat when it's not even being used. Stranger things have happened though.

 

thanks for the explanation . i am outta town for a couple days .
When i get back i am going to do some investigating .
Again i appreciate the info

There are at minimum 20 posts for low fluid conditions . I try catching most of them but its time consuming .
I am trying my best to keep the Poll thread as relevant and as updated as possible . Its updated daily . All you have to do is click on the link and read the first page . I continue to edit as new information becomes available
Your best bet for new information will be at this link
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...be-low-on-fluid-directly-from-factory.405642/

 

There are several threads which discuss how to check the transmission fluid. I don't recall if any posted the actual procedures from the Toyota service manual. So, here they are for both transmissions (2- and 4-wheel drive). It's not that difficult to do either with Techstream or not. Both procedures are outlined in the official Toyota docs.

[edit] apparently there was a problem attaching pdf files. Bad file names. Trying again.

 

Forgive my ignorance, since I may have missed this elsewhere, but how do I know which tranny (and the corresponding guide) is the correct one? I'm assuming each comes with certain model of Taco?

 

4x4 has AC60F
2x4 has AC60E

 

Perfect.

Thank you!

Is a fill adapter required for this procedure, or can the tubing just be inserted into the fill port? Something like this is what I'm referring to:

$25 OTC 6604 Transmission Fluid Fill Adapter

http://www.amazon.com/OTC-6604-Transmission-Fluid-Adapter/dp/B000JFJMFK

 

You don't need an adapter but do need a pump. I used something like this:

$10 Plews 55001 Lubrimatic Fluid Quart Pump, Fits Standard Quart Bottles

http://www.amazon.com/Plews-55001-Lubrimatic-Standard-Bottles/dp/B000BQW5LK but found it at a local auto parts store.

 

If a pump is needed im assuming the refil plug is in a tight spot to get to also.
Anybody done this procedure yet?
Im going to try today and cant remember how tight it was for the fill hole last time i was under there.
Also. It states to install new gasket and o-ring. Is this really necessary?

Im asking you guys in order to save the embarrassment of the dealership when they have no idea what im talking about if I were to ask them.

 

Its easy to get to. You need a pump of course but its easy to get to.

 

I ended up being 1 litre low

 

Has anyone disconnected their battery to reset the transmission?
Im wondering if theres any initial shifting pattern that has to be done after? Or anything?

 

WHAT..!! Are U kidding me..?? You reset a transmission by removing the battery...???? Well shut the front door..!!!!

 

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In the form AC60F it says to use an SST or a Techstream to check the Temp before you check the level. Any tips on checking without either of those?

 

Starts at page 5. (Without techstream). I jumped odb pins 4 & 13 with a copper bobby pin. Fallowed the instructions and worked like a charm

 

Extending gearcruncher’s reply, also available from TIS – Toyota Information System website there are no-charge guides & manuals available..

For what it may be of use, to download other guides & manuals from TIS (same link):

https://techinfo.toyota.com/techInf...urce_url=https%3A%2F%2Ftechinfo.toyota.com%2F


For instance for the 2016 Tacoma the following are available - takes about 30 minutes to download all eight:


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Toyota 2016 Tacoma Quick Reference Guide


Toyota 2016 Entune System Quick Reference Guide


2016 Tacoma TVIP V5 RS3200 PLUS Owner's Guide-English


2016 Tacoma TVIP V2 Glass Breakage Sensor (GBS) Owner's Guide-English


Toyota 2016 Tacoma Warranty and Maintenance Guide


Emergency Response Guide: Overall


Toyota 2016 Tacoma Owners Manual (OM04005U)


Toyota 2016 Tacoma Owners Navigation Manual (OM04007U)



Note the Shop Manuals are not in this “free” download list.


Similar no-cost download guides & manuals for other years Toyota/Lexus/Scion vehicles are also available on TIS.


Enjoy your new 2016 Tacoma.

 

Thanks for this! I guess I know what I'm doing this weekend...