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Couple questions about my 3rd gen

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Dberneski, Jun 9, 2025.

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Hey all! I have a couple questions. First, have any of y'all changed the transmission fluid on your own, and how hard was it? Not used to working on newer vehicles. Second, does anyone's 3.5l dog down when you have the a/c on? I feel like Im loosing a lot of power at the 1500-2500 rpm range. The taco is rwd and has 73k

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2012 ARE DCU contractor cap, Transmission aftercooler kit (Iconic Fabrication & Hayden 698), Bed Stiffeners (Kwikfab LLC), Firestone airbag leaf springs, wye connector and pressure gauge, Tailgate security mod (mfgr. by Christian06 on TW), OEM mud flaps, OEM tailgate electronic lock, Tow-Pro Elite Electric Brake Controller, Anytime Backup Camera hardwired 42 ft to camper, RCI Alum. Skid plates & cat covers, 2WD LO mod (BB Tuning), Fumoto oil drain, ECT Always-On Mod (hardness by Funman1steve), 6awg DC DC tow charger wiring, inline 60 amp breakers & battery terminals, Kill switch, KJTO driver side grab handle, Hood hold open gas struts, Scangauge III, Seat Covers (Seat Covers Unlimited... wearing poorly),
Lots of info if you search TW for Transmission Flush and the like.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/diy-full-flush-for-automatic-transmission.68462/
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/transmission-fluid-change.751716/

I'm a novice but had no issue doing the flush. Also added a transmission cooler.
You might try downshifting in S mode if you're bogging down with AC on at low RPM.
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