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Changing fluids in 09 TRD sport v6

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by VI Taco, May 1, 2017.

  1. May 1, 2017 at 8:03 AM
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    VI Taco

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    hi all, I'm looking to change my front and rear diff and transfer case fluids. Can someone list capacitys for each one and do I need an lsd additive for my rear diff? I do have lsd rear end but have heard mixed things about this. I heard after 08, u don't need it. Truck is 09 dbl cab 4x4 TRD sport. Thks
     
  2. May 1, 2017 at 10:55 AM
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    it's a "sticky" under 2nd Gen. Tacomas - https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/front-diff-and-transfer-case-oil-change-howto.147631/

    Posted by jspadaro in 2009 (see below)

    There is an excellent rear diff howto at http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/technical-chat/24545-changing-differential-fluid-step-step-how.html

    I also put this tutorial on my how-to site.

    Unfortunately, it didn't describe the front or transfer case, and I'm assuming I'm not the only one who is slow enough to need some pointers.

    You need:
    24mm socket (transfer case)
    10mm hex socket (front diff)
    3 quarts 75W-90 (1.6 front, 1.1 transfer case)
    Oil Bucket / Coffee Can / Whatever
    Hand Pump to pump the oil

    I believe your rear diff is not a mechanical limited slip, so the same gear oil will work. 2005-2008 were mechanical, starting in 2009 it's computer controlled.
     
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  3. May 1, 2017 at 11:08 AM
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    AMSOIL has a pretty good online guide:

    http://www.amsoil.com/mygarage/vehiclelookup.aspx?url2=2009+TOYOTA+TACOMA+Z

    Engine, 4WD, with filter..........5.5 quarts [1]
    Engine, Pre Runner, with filter..........5.5 quarts [1]
    Engine, RWD EX PRE, with filter..........4.8 quarts [1]
    Cooling System, AT Initial Fill..........10.1 quarts
    Cooling System, MT Initial Fill..........10.2 quarts
    Automatic Transmission, A340E Initial Fill..........2.1 quarts
    Automatic Transmission, A750E Initial Fill..........3.2 quarts
    Automatic Transmission, A750F Initial Fill..........3.2 quarts
    Automatic Transmission, Total Fill
    4 speed A340E..........10.7 quarts
    5 speed A750E..........11.5 quarts
    5 speed A750F..........11.5 quarts
    Manual Transmission, RA60 (6-SPD)..........3.8 pints
    Differential, Front..........3.2 pints
    Differential, Base With RWD Rear..........7 pints
    Differential, Prerunner Rear..........5.9 pints
    Differential, X-Runner With RWD Rear..........7 pints
    Differential, 4WD Rear..........5.9 pints
    Transfer Case, U/K TRC..........2.1 pints
     
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  4. May 1, 2017 at 1:13 PM
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    Thanks Joe, big help.
     
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