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The ULTIMATE 4Runner Transmission DRAIN and FILL
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- čas přidán 2. 08. 2024
- In this video I will take you through the process of doing a transmission drain and fill on the 5th gen 4runner. This method will exchange the most transmission fluid to freshen things up and prolong the life of your transmission. See below for parts, supplies, and torque specification. Hope you find the video useful!
Tools
Veepeak OBD2 Scan tool link - amzn.to/3UklaLM
Infrared Thermometer - amzn.to/3JoWdZi
Larger (Foot pounds) Torque Wrench -amzn.to/4aALAyD
Smaller (Inch Pounds) Torque Wrench - amzn.to/3U2dbBE
5mm Allen 3/8 Socket for level Check plug (torque wrench comes with 3/8 adaptor) - amzn.to/3Ukmm1I
Vinyl Tubing ½” ID 5/8” OD x 10 ft (you only need 4 ft) - amzn.to/44464NC
Supplies
Toyota ATF WS Fluid - P/N: 00289-ATFWS
6 quarts - amzn.to/3U5hL1N
Transmission Pan Drain & Level check crush washer (same for both) x2 - P/N: 35178-30010
amzn.to/3U3phdF
Transmission Filter - P/N: 35330-60050
amzn.to/4b09WBC
Transmission Filter/Strainer O-Ring - P/N: 90301-31014
amzn.to/4aXHRLg
Transmission Pan Gasket - P/N: 35168-60010
amzn.to/3U6s9qa
Torque Specs (Note Inch vs Foot Pounds)
Fill Plug - 27ft/Lbs
Drain Plug - 15-21ft/lbs
Level Check Plug - 15ft/lbs
Transmission Pan - (x20 bolts) 62in/Lbs or 5ft/lbs
Filter/Strainer (x4 bolts) - 84in/lbs or 7ft/lbs
Nice video. Very to the point without wasting time. My scan tool has two transmission temperatures indicated, but one is several degrees higher. I assume they're different measuring points. Which one should be used?
One will be torque converter and one will be pan temp. You want the pan temp. Easy way to figure this out is usually the torque temp will start off higher and pan temp goes up after. If you put the vehicle into drive and press the brake pedal hard while lightly engaging the accelerator the torque temp will spike and then drop. This will also help you identify which is the torque reading
@@T4Rgarage Perfect. Thank you for taking the time to reply!
As a 40 year Tech I want to congratulate you on a great video extremely thorough and precise.
Just put in what you drain out. Call it done. Did that every 35K miles on my 2010 4Runner. Sold it last year with 275,000 miles on it. Still ran and shifted perfectly.
you sold a 4runner?
yes and bought a 2016 TRD Pro 4Runner in its place. Only toyota in this family@@blackpepe
This is a shortcut method that carries some risk, but worth noting that it’s not the “proper” way. If you’re gonna do it this way, make sure to normalize the fluid temps in your transmission with the new quarts of trans fluid by keeping them together overnight in the garage. That way you account for temperature variance which causes expansion/contraction of the fluid. But, it’s really not difficult to do it properly, either with a scan tool or by jumping the proper pins in the OBD2 port and using the neutral-drive, neutral-drive shifting technique covered in other videos.
it works perfectly fine. @@richardjones647
True
Man if every common car had tutorials like this. Breakdown of all the parts and tools and how you breakdown the maintenance is amazing man. You're helping me give my 245k mi 5th Gen new life!!!!
Happy to hear that, cheers!
If you never changed your trans fluid, you’ll do more damage than good if you do it at that high mileage.
As a new-ish 4Runner owner and someone who wants to take care of their car and didn’t know much before. Your channel has help so much. Your camera angles, descriptions and the way your edit is amazing! Thank you.
Thanks for all these maintenance videos. 👍
Awesome tutorial on how to do this!! Really makes it look easy! Thanks for the video!
Best tutorial I’ve seen, awesome work man!
Dude, the funnel with the hose! 👍👍👍
You are knocking it of the park with these service videos. Thank you for putting them together and sharing them.
Excellent video! I have this task coming up shortly and will be saving it. Thank you.
Your channel definitely has my favorite 4runner videos. You're a great speaker, very clear and confident. The editing is spot on, and the information given is clear and concise. Thank you for helping the rest of us DIY! I'll be purchasing via your affiliate links as a thank you.
Just purchased a used 2017 4Runner and looking to do all the maintenance my self, and just came across this channel. Huge plus!!! Definitely subbed will tune it for all the DIY videos
Great video and idea with the tubing.
Nice one man.. definitely feel good about doing it myself now👌🏽
Great video, my friend very well explained great job!
This really is the best T4R channel on CZcams. Thank you for the great content!
That means a lot, thanks so much!
Just followed the video and completed task with out issue. Thanks 🙏
Very good video! I've had to stitch together several other drain and fill videos, and yours consolidates the necessary steps into one package. It also nicely clarifies the variation between the thermogun method and OBD2 sensor method, which I'll stick to the latter.
Thank you!
You are a professional, great video.
Just found your channel, and I have to agree with the others. Your style is concise and to the point - thank you.
Liked and subbed.
Thank you!!?🙏🏽
Dude, I have seen many videos of this procedure. But, yours was the best and also very thorough and clean. Plus you got more fluid out as well. Awesome. Subscriber here that always look forward to your videos.
Thanks so much!! 🙏🏼
@@T4Rgarage Can you tell me how often do you have to do this procedure and do you have to always change out the filter? I also see that you must be off roading a lot as I see a lot of mud and some rust underneath. I have seen some videos where people suggest to spray some PB Blaster or something so the bolts of the pan don't break off as they seem prone to breaking, But you didn't seem to have any issues there.
after watching your video, can"t wait to do some work on my 4Runner
Great video, saved me tons of time!
A few tips for a stock Limited:
1. Find your 10mm socket(the one always missing).
2. On my 2017 Limited 4wd(no lift), the clearance is too low
without jack stands or a lift to crawl under and clear the factory running boards.
I raised mine on frame(2 stands), just past angular tube brackets, to the very minimal height(11-12" for stand) on a level garage floor.
Next time I will raise on four jack stands. Much easier.
3. Since the pan design is angled toward the front you will have different "level" if
your vehicle has been lifted or leveled. Limited's are lower in the front on flat ground.
4. Remove the small plastic rock guard, just forward of the transmission, for easier
access to pan bolts.
5. Pan bolts are on the shorter side, the pan gasket hinders them from seating easily upon
reinstallation. I used a 12v impact driver for removal and torque wrench to reinstall.
6. I was only able to drain 2.7 quarts of the old oil, but on first level check had to add up to
5.5 qts for the fluid to start "spilling" to the level point.
7. Orient the crush washers the correct way, flat side against the bolt head. Keep centered
as you tighten, because they are "looser" than a normal washer.
8. The recommend filter does come with the O-ring pre-installed.
9. Non silicone brake cleaner can eat paint, be careful using "cleaners" to the outside
of trans pan when checking for leaks.
10. If your using an older OBD2 dongle, skip, and buy a newer bluetooth model like he recommends. The older wifi models
are slow and don't work well with the newer apps.
Hope that helps.
Just did mine today. The trans pan bolts are what take forever. Just take your time and don't rush going off or on. Also getting the transmission filter took a little time, just lube up the gasket a lot and shimmy it on up. The hose and filter method works well just keep it as vertical as possible because it wants to make a low point under the fill hole. Great video. Proper tools, torque, and item links make this doable. Give yourself at least two hours for full drop. Have fun. Thanks 👍
Great video!
Thanks for the video,i had the dealer do the last change, didn't replace the filter, will next time, and I will probably do it myself.Was told it has to be done at the dealership because of the steps and temperature range, you made it look easy,12o on a 07 sr5.
@T4R_Garage - Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! Just used this video to change the transmission fluid in my T4R. Much appreciated! Went perfect.
Awesome! Happy to hear that
GREAT tutorial
Great video, did this and the serpentine belt. Super helpful!
@@williamwarren4930 Thank you!
Great video
Appreciate your precise and informed videos!
Just did this on my “new to me” 2011 Limited with 215kms, unsure if the trans had been service. Video made it so much easier to prep everything I needed. Went very smooth. Thanks!
Happy to hear that, thanks
Great tutorial
Perfect. Thnx
Damn man, excellent job! I’ve watched some videos about this since I’m getting ready to do it and let me tell you this is one of the best videos. I got a scanner cause the IR thermometer keeps giving me different temperatures and I tried the method with the wire inserted in the obd2 but it didn’t work for me. Thx again
Thanks so much man! Yeah I noticed IR thermometer really varies depending on where it’s pointed as well
I'm about to replace the front/rear diff and transfer case fluids along with lubing the propeller shaft on my 2020 4runner thanks to this channel. I'm even considering the trans... my local dealer just told me there's no filter (red flag) and quoted $280 for a flush. Thank you!!!
Great content dude. One thing to note on this is be SUPER CAREFUL of the torque specs for the bolts on the perimeter of the pan. They are super delicate and can snap easily if over torqued.
Good call! Can’t believe they only require 5ft/lbs or 62inch/lbs. I don’t think I’ve ever torqued anything to that spec. Thanks man!
Exactly! I had mine at around 15 by accident and snapped one right off. Costed about 150 bucks to get it drilled out and replaced because of the size, position and the delicacy of the pan.@@T4Rgarage
@@sunnydlight2375 Damn that sucks! I’m going to pin your comment for others to see
me too. Got a digital torque for like 90$. Dont skimp out on your tools@@sunnydlight2375
Can confirm did this to my chevy Trailblazer and overtorqued one bolt and stripped it out.
One of the best videos I have seen on this procedure. I would advise people in the rust belt Not drop the pan. The pan bolt heads can snap off easily when rusted. Safer to just drain abs fill in those cases.
What gear shift knob is that? Looks great.
Great video. New sub here. Thanks.
i did the flush with directions i cant remember where from now but i used amsol and have had no problems for 3 years now.
Great vid, nice camera work and way of explaining things. I have to point out though, its not the transmission pan that needs to be level, it's the vechile that needs to be level. The pan is actually slanted (not level with the vehicle). So use the magnetic level on the vehicle's frame to ensure it's level.
Love your channel. I just bought my first and last (because they last so long) 2021 4 runner. I have been watching all the videos you have posted. Have you ever added the memory seat option? My 4Runner has power seats and I would love to have this as an option. Keep up the great work. I'll keep watching!
Thanks so much! The 4runner limited has power seats with the memory option. I don't think a 3rd party has created anything though, unfortunately.
Awesome video dude thank you. I don't quite understand the reason for temp readings and draining when it seems to me adding back the exact amount that was drained would have the same effect. I guess if you have an older 4Runner with no history of maintenance this would make perfect sense. However, as a first owner of a brand-new model to me this seems like extra work for nothing, am I wrong?
Could u do the power steering fluid change?
Nice to see that you went to the actual hardware store and not buy every thing on Amazon. Every video I watch is about buy it on Amazon. I don't do Amazon.
Hello. Chief can you do a video how to use VEE PEAK OBD to check ATF TEMPERATURE for thanks a lot
What brand is your rufrack? Great video
Subscription earned. I just recently bought my first 4Runner, a 2020 Venture edition with 72k miles. I don't have the maintenance records from the previous owner, so my question is should I do a drain & fill or a flush at this point? If it were at 60k or under, I'd go with a flush, but not knowing if the transmission fluid was ever replaced, I'm hesitant on a flush with a Runner with 72k on it.
I think you would be okay to do a full flush at 72K miles
Thanks! Looking forward to more content.
Do you have video for power steering fluid change?
I asked my local mechanican shop for an estimate on a filter change and refill……I was told “cost of the fluid, and an hour labor, and there’s no filter available for 21’ 4Runner as it’s labeled as lifetime fluid no maintenance required”…..I said thanks, 🤦♂️ I appreciate it. Yeah I’ll be going to Toyota where it’s $300 and they’re aware that they have filters and replace them in the service. Almost Half that cost is the Toyota WS tranny fluid. Liquid gold. An hour labor, and the filter. And gaskets. Only reason I don’t want to mess with it myself is due to the temp range requirements for refilling and not having a way to get the temp accurately I’m just more comfortable havin Toyota do it. I just did my front/rear diff’s and transfer case drain/fill yesterday. Took me about an hour due to the second skid plate needing to be removed for the front diff.
I REALLY wish Toyota gave us a dip stick for the tranny or the aftermarket would step up with an option for us to add one to our transmissions. Really wouldn’t be that difficult….would just need the proper length dip stick to make it to the bottom of the pan. Could do this with a replacement pan but I reckon there isn’t enough of a demand for one of these.
I asked my dealer for a transmission filter and they said it doesn't have one, its just a metal strainer. Made me question my whole life because every video I've seen has replaced a filter. For context I have a '22 4Runner. 🤷♂️
@@joshaho6725 that’s weird because you can buy a filter from Toyota online. I’d say your service manager misspoke.
i know this seal trans is like two different componenets. Check olathe Toyota parts. I just bought my motor mounts for a 05
go to olathe toyota parts @@KendrasEdge757
@@KendrasEdge757online it’s also named a strainer
For someone without a scan tool or temp gauge. How long would you idle for to get the trans temp in the operating window for the service?
Good video, I’m not a macanic but I do follow a good Toyota technician channel… the nut car care … and he said in one video talking about the 4Runner transmission that changes the fluid every 60k miles but do not need change the filter , that transmission have two internal filter, so is any reason you change? Thanks
i have an 05 4 runner 4 gen can I fill it from the top. also why did you open the draip pan again to release some oil? thanks for oyur assistance
Great video! I've watched some other videos regarding maintenance and schedule, but did not say to change the filter, do I really need to replace the filter or change it every other trans fluid change? Thanks!
You probably won’t need to change it. I did because it wasn’t too expensive and I didn’t want to have to drop the pan again if it was dirty. To get the extra fluid out you could pop it out, let the fluid drain out, and then pop it back in.
Great video One thing when you were draining the fluid from the check plug did you let it drain until it completely stops flowing out , or just a drip. or just a slight flow ( it seemed like you didn't show at the very end what it looks like when you put the check bolt back in
When it slows to a trickle, that's fine. Put the plug back in. In theory, it will never completely stop because the engine is running, the transmission is heating up, and the fluid is continuing to expand as it heats up. Don't wait too long because you'll soon be out of the temperature band.
Thanks for the videos, I hope you can clarify a question I have about something I found in the manual;
If either of the following conditions is met, perform ATF Thermal Degradation Estimate Reset (See page ).
The ATF has been replaced.
HINT:
If 50000 or more is displayed for the Data List item "ATF Thermal Degradation Estimate", thermal degradation of
the ATF is suspected. Perform ATF Thermal Degradation Estimate Reset after replacing the ATF.
Can you speak to this? I looked on the forums and the consensus seems to be that it is a garbage number and it doesn't matter
Sorry, I am not familiar with that
Awesome video and very helpful, but if the infrared thermometer is reading 5 degrees lower than the obd2. Wouldn’t you want to stick to 104-108 and stay towards the lower end of the range to account for the actual higher temp inside? In the video you said stick to the upper range.
I think I made a note/correction in the video. Is it not coming up as a subtitle type message?
@@T4Rgaragewhoops, I didn’t have my subtitles on, my bad.
@@jacksonpower7571 damn I wish it would always come up. I’ll have to make a note in the description as well
Do you think dealerships doing the transmission fluid change would clean the magnets?
So I have the Veepeak and the car scanner app and it doesn’t have a profile for the 4Runner. I selected the 3rd gen Tacoma profile and selected the L4 transmission pan fluid sensor. That gives the information needed. Just curious how you worked around that issue?
Will this procedure work for older models? I have a 2007 4Runner
I noticed you kept the tires on the ground which is how I plan on doing this job myself. I wonder… does it make a difference if you have the factory rake verses a level lift. Would it make much difference when you verify fluid level having the truck completely level vs the front 1 inch lower? Put a bubble level on the frame perhaps?
Yes, just use a bubble level on the frame rail and use something under the tires like a 2x4 to level it
Do you use any gasket sealer?
Where can I get one of those t-shirts?
Is there a part number/link for the O ring on the fill plug? I don't think the strainer/filter O ring would fit the fill plug as well? Thanks
Is the transmission pan as easy to access with sr5 or other trims beside limited?
Edit: thank you for the video, you made look easy!
They are exactly the same 👍🏼 Cheers!
How often does the transmission filter need to be replaced?
why did you have to drain some fluid after having warmed up?
Is this method the same on a 2006 V8 4WD?
Why do you drain out the newly added fluid when it reaches the appropriate temperature range? Is it from the fluid expanding from heating up?
From what I've read online, the custom PIDs for Torque Pro give you both transmission pan temp and transmission torque converter temp. Which do you use for the proper temperature reading?
Sorry for the late reply, I didn’t receive a notification of your comment. You want the pan temp
Anyone know if this is the same parts/procedure etc. for a 2007 4th gen?
Hello there, Great videos , I just purchased a 2022 TRD off road premium 4Runner and I am looking forward to doing most of the maintenance work myself. The scanner you have mentioned here , does offer the automatic transmission fluid temperature in real time correct? Also, do I need to purchase the service in the app for these options. TIA
No you do not, it is free. See pinned comment for details on which to monitor. You will have a trans and torque converter temp in real time
Hello it’s me again
I purchased the scanner from your video And downloaded the Car scanner ELM OBD2 app and could not find any transmission temps. Do I have the right app?
Brother how many kilometres after changing oil Toyota fortuner diesel
Well done! What year is the one your working on? I just bought a used 2022. Do you do this every 60 K miles?
Thank you! It’s a 2017 - plan is to do it every 60k miles
Guys you don't really need a temperature tool.
Just let your Toyota ENGINE RUN FOR 13 TO 18 MINUTES then open the check plug it'll drain if overfilled
Hi mi 4 runner 2023...has 30.000 miles..i just like drain and fill..i just put the same quanty of oil again..and thats it..i need some special tool for scan the car?
Thank you for the video. I have a question about reading the ATF temp with the Veepeak and Car Scanner ELM OBD2 combo. I'm getting two different values, one under ATF v.2 and ATF v.3. The ATF v.2 is consistently lower, I'm assuming that is the pan but not sure. Also, I'm trying to do this in 35 degree weather I notice the temps don't want to raise high enough while idling. Maybe wait until its warmer?
Hi, please see the pinned comment for an explanation. I apologize for not being more clear in the video. You can always take it out for a short drive to warm up the trans. Hope this helps
@@T4Rgarage Thank you for the reply apologies for missing the pinned comment. I did have to drive around for about 10-15 minutes to get the temperature up. Looking forward to more videos!
@@daviddonaldson1096 Thanks so much!
10:57 When draining the pan after filling with new fluid while engine is running, do you know the pan is full when the fluid stop draining?
my owners manual says check the fluid and replace not flush. I have an 05 4 runner
Do you rub an oil on the new gasket before you install it? Or do you install it dry? Also, the thing I dislike the most about these kinds of jobs is how much of a mess I make. How do you manage to keep all of that falling oil to land in the oil pan?
So is it normal to drain 5qts, refill 5 quarts and have roughly just over a pint drain from the check?
Did you need any changes? Improvements or not after the change? Also, what’s the km on the truck when you changed it?
112k kms . I noticed smoother shifting and it seems like better throttle response but maybe it’s all in my head. It’s more preventative maintenance like an oil change
My 4Runner has 115k on it and I’m not sure if trans service has ever been done. Should I risk this ?
Is it possible to use Valvoline Multi-Vehicle (ATF) Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid ?
You are asking for issues if you use anything other than the recommended Toyota fluid. Transmission are very fussy
I have a limited 4runner 2023 how often should I change my transmission fluid?
60k miles is a good time to have the dealer flush the system
At the 11:00 minute video mark, did you drain and then refill it with what was just drained?
That was the overflow draining to the exact level. At 6:32, you can see that the drain plug has a tube on the inside. The overflow goes over the top of that tube and out the drain plug. The rest of the fluid stays inside.
FYI-those IR thermometer need to be calibrated and set to the material that you are measuring. Some items are very reflective others are not.
I'm about to perform a drain and fill on my 4Runner, but I do not know the prior fluid service history. All I can say about the transmission is that it seems buttery smooth and the vehicle is at 83,000 miles. If a previous owner put in aftermarket ATF, and I add ATF-WS, would the mixture be bad for the transmission? I've heard some mechanics say yes, and some say ATF is ATF. I'm a bit confused about that.
I’m in the same boat as you, what’d you end up doing?
@@aysonmohr3530 I ended up doing a drain and fill. I was tempted to flush with about 80,000 miles, but didn't want to risk. So far after about 4 months, I've had no problems. You don't want to mix ATF fluids, but when I asked several mechanics my question, the general consensus was it would be more harmful to flush or leave it than to change with possibility of mixing with another fluid. If you currently have no issues, its likely OEM fluid or at least an aftermarket compatible type, so don't sweat it too much. I bought vehicle used at about 65K, but couldn't find any history of ATF changed, so I assumed it was ATF-WS, and I was probably the first to change it. You ultimately need to make decision yourself, but just do your research and get many different opinions so you can form your own.
Do you do the initial drain when the trans is at operating temp or cold?
Cold
Great video! After following all the steps and drive it twice I got no issues. BUT, on my third drive got a little slip while deaccelerating? Almost near to fully stop... then, few miles later I needed to get going fast , pulled full power and I got a big slip... the transmission didn't shift and i got stuck for a few seconds, then it shifted suddenly I didn't fail.. It isn't happen all the time but it's really annoying when it does... before draining and refilling I never had any problems or slippage... 4runner 2012 100.000 miles
Once a again! Great video y hope someone could give me any idea of what's happening and how to fix it
Recheck that your fluid level is set correctly and that you have no leaks. Sorry to hear you are experiencing issues. What fluid did you use?
I'll check the level... I've been looking for leaks, but I haven't seen any... used 4 liters of the Original Toyota ATF
@@joseoyarzun827 You need about 4.5 L maybe a bit more. I would add another liter and then set the level using the method in the video via the scan tool.
It worked!! I added more and now it's really smooth in all gears!!! Even better than before...
Thanks for the tips!!
Happy new year from 🇨🇱 Chile!
Hello there
I just purchased the veepeak scanner you have advertised from this video and I could not get it to show the transmission temperature settings? Which app are you using ?
Thank you
Please add and send me a message on instagram. T4R.Garage
I am using the app “car scanner” it’s a blue and white icon. If you add me on instagram I can guide you with photos through the chat
Is it normal for the temps from the transmission to go up and down on the scanner ?
One is the torque converter and the other is the transmission pan. You want the transmission pan. The torque converter will fluctuate a bit more (especially under load or when reving) and the pan temp should rise slowly. The pan temp can go up and then down depending on what’s happening but as it warm up should be heading mostly up in temp
Can you explain what is going on at 10:59? Why does only that amount of fluid come out? AT's are a bit of a mystery to me. Thanks
I usually chop my videos to save time and cut the fluff out. If I’m undoing bolts or draining something I’ll cut to the end just to save time
@@T4Rgarage Ok, I am assuming that running the car/trans sucks up all the fluid and when you drain it while running only the excess comes out? Is that correct? Thanks again
@@haplo819 Yes keep it running but also make sure it’s at the correct temperature. Hope that helps
At 6:32, you can see that the drain plug has a tube on the inside. This tube allows it to overflow across the top of that tube and drain down the center through the drain plug, setting it to the exact level required. You need to be slightly overfull, level, and at the right temp, and you'll end up at the right level.
I'm totally new to this and I'm not clear of the steps starting at 10:53 of the video. When the transmission is at the proper temperature you drain all the fluid. Is the vehicle running while you are draining? After you drain it and put the drain plug back in, I don't see where you add fluid back in. What am I missing here?
@@d.rogermaves8444 It’s not really a drain plug, more of the level setting plug. The level setting plug has a tube inside the pan that goes up a few inches. The idea is you overfill then run the engine at temperature. When the engine is running, the transmission is circulating the fluid through it, which drops the level. It needs to be at temperature because the fluid expands. Basically you are ensuring the pan has the correct level while the vehicle is running (circulating the fluid) and at temperature (with the fluid expanded). The pan won’t be empty because the tube inside the pan sits at the exact level the fluid should be at (with the engine running and at operating temperature). Hope that helps
@@T4Rgarage That clears it up for me! Thank you for your help. Your videos are incredible. Keep up the great work!
So question, when you open your plug to level it do you leave your trans in park?
Yes, you do
Thank you, second question. When replacing the radiator should you add trans fluid since the radiator also acts as the trans cooler?
@@donw5180 Yes, definitely 👍🏼
How did you get the OBD2 to read transmission oil temp? Is it a code I am missing?
The app for your phone is called “car scanner” use it to connect to the OBD2 reader via Bluetooth. In the app go to “all sensors” then scroll down to trans temp
Mine does not have a transmission temp. Is it possible my 2016 doesn’t have those capabilities?
@@tshafer771 They all have a trans sensor, the reading should be in the list unless your version is restricting what you can read
@@T4Rgarage I picked up the veepeak OBD scan tool to perform an ATF change on my 4Runner. When viewing the ATF temperature, Car Scanner shows two active readings, v2 and v3, with about a 5 degree difference between the two sensors. I'm guessing those are updates to the sensor tech. If that's the case, I would assume v3 be the more accurate reading. Do you have any thoughts?
@@jollytime0811 One is the pan and the other is the torque converter. The pan will usually be the lower temp. If you put the vehicle into ‘drive’ hold the brake pedal down firmly and lightly press the accelerator, you will notice the torque converter temp spike. Eventually that fluid will enter the pan and the pan temp will start to go up after as well. Hope that makes sense
How did you figure the trans temp on that app? Cant seem to find it
Upper right hand corner “all sensors”
Then scroll down pretty far. Trans pan temp
Thanks man I appreciate your feedback, I figured out it was the connection profile I had chosen.
i would just do a drain and fill. the filter is just a mesh screen. if it is clogged you have much bigger issues
I’m really confused I have a 2022 4R, dealership said $512 to flush and drain and fill, another toyo dealer said they DO NOT flush and only do drain and fill. So does it NOT or does IT need a flush ? i’m so lost….
Never flush. Only drain and fill. In 40 years of professional wrenching I’ve seen too many issues from “flushing” transmissions. A simple fluid change is sufficient.
Good tutorial overall except that the frame should be level, not the transmission fluid pan. Your transmission fluid pan is level because the floor is graded. I used both a ScanGauge II and an infrared thermometer. The infrared thermometer temperatures were 3 to 4 degrees lower than the ScanGauge II. If you have a ScanGauge II you will need to program it in the X-gauge setting to monitor the transmission fluid temperatures as there is not a preset. Same procedure for a FJ Cruiser, which I have.
Thank you! I have HD coils on the rear in anticipation for the rear bumper I am building. The floor is graded but my vehicle has a lot of positive rake at the moment, much more than a stock 4runner.