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Does factory rake matter when changing the trans fluid?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by malatx, Jan 26, 2022.

  1. Jan 26, 2022 at 5:37 PM
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    malatx

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    for the 6 speed auto transmission fluid change, it requires the truck being leveled

    I can have it on a lift so the truck is leveled at the frame

    or I can drive onto a set of ramps, but the factory rake is still there and the truck is not frame leveled.

    It's easier for me to do it on ramps, but I'm wondering if I will get accurate reading of the fluid level due to the rake? Or that's not enough difference to cause any harm?

    Thank you in advance
     
  2. Jan 26, 2022 at 5:56 PM
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    Hank Heel

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    Per my calculations, I’d say not.
    Trust me, I’m a scientist
     
  3. Jan 26, 2022 at 6:02 PM
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    10thMTNgrunt

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    It is my understanding that fluid levels are relative to the level of the frame which they are attached to.
    Rake is relative to suspension components… As long as the surface the vehicle is on is level all fluid levels should read as they should.
     
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  4. Jan 26, 2022 at 8:48 PM
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    You have officially overthought this. I am as detail oriented and OCD as they come and this doesn't even make a blip on my radar.
     
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    throw a level on the frame and use a floor jack to level the truck(hitch or front skid). Is it worth thE effort, it depends on how drastic the slope is, 2” nah, 4” yeah.
     
  6. Jan 27, 2022 at 5:41 AM
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    Best to post a pic of the vehicle on level ground - but from what you are saying - I don't believe it is enough to effect the reading. We all wish for a dipstick and the procedure is not an exact science anyway cause there are too many variables involved. If you have a compressor - simply lower the tire pressure to make things level or add spacers to your ramps ?
     
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  7. Jan 27, 2022 at 5:48 AM
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    Get it on level ground. There is wiggle room for the level. You will be fine.
     
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  9. Jan 27, 2022 at 2:50 PM
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    This is how much factory rake looks like

    I wouldn't hang a painting on the wall with this kinda tilt, but I guess for fluid level it's good enough
     
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