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Transmission Fluid check procedure for 2016

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by LakeTruck, Feb 9, 2016.

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  1. May 25, 2016 at 5:28 PM
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    Maybe the pdf software on your phone is the issue. I can download and read them on Linux and Windows.
     
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  3. May 26, 2016 at 4:44 AM
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  4. May 26, 2016 at 7:30 AM
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  5. May 27, 2016 at 12:26 PM
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  6. May 28, 2016 at 5:37 AM
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    Why does it take a 10 page tech manual explanation in order to just check trans fluid level? So over the top. A dip stick or a drain plug at the right height would have been so much easier. I love tech- most of the time...
     
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  7. May 28, 2016 at 8:28 AM
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    Probably to keep ppl from adding fluid and/or introducing contaminates in the process .
    A simple alternative to a dipstick is a plug with built in sight glass to indicate fluid fill levels like they have on some commercial construction heavy equipment, or the power steering pump/brake fluid reservoirs.
    But that would be too easy and simple for us lolo!

    Cheers!
     
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  8. Jun 7, 2016 at 7:12 PM
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    Hey, noob here, sorry if this is a dumb question but how do you "jump" the pins if you don't have techstream? I saw someone mentioned a copper Bobby pin but I don't even know where I'd get one of those. Thanks in advance.
     
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  9. Jun 8, 2016 at 11:37 AM
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    I used a small paper clip bent into a U shape.
     
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  10. Jun 8, 2016 at 7:18 PM
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    So is everyone utilizing the Toyota Genuine ATF WS when doing this? If so, can it be had at the parts house? If not using this ATF, what are yall using instead?
     
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  11. Jun 9, 2016 at 9:28 AM
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    I bought my tranny fluid, o-ring for the filler plug and compression ring for the fluid check plug from the dealer. Keep the receipt. Some day it may prove intent to do the work properly should you have warranty issues later. Yes it's a little more expensive than generic transmission fluid and reusing the seal rings but you are dealing with a 40,000 truck by the time you get it out the door.
     
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  12. Jun 9, 2016 at 12:17 PM
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    Thanks. Ill stop by my local dealer on the way home from work.
     
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  13. Jun 9, 2016 at 3:26 PM
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    Hey man, just curious how much did the o ring cost and the compression ring? And why not reuse the old ones since the truck is new still?
     
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  14. Jun 9, 2016 at 6:38 PM
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    They are a dollar or two each, at most. Can you re-use the original ones without a leak ... probably. But do you want to risk a leak on a $35K truck over a $2 part?
     
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  15. Jun 9, 2016 at 7:08 PM
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    You make a very valid point
    Thanks for that.
     
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  16. Jun 10, 2016 at 3:23 PM
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    Also, were these orings, small metallic like parts?
     
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  17. Jun 11, 2016 at 6:04 PM
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    Fill plug is rubber o-ring, check plug in pan is metallic.
     
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    Has there been any discussion of anyone retrofitting a tranny dipstick?
     
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