CHECKING FLUID LEVEL
Note. When checking fluid level for the transmission, if vehicle has been operating in heavy traffic, towing a trailer or at high speeds in hot weather, wait 30 minutes before checking the fluid level.
Note. Some models have a transaxle/differential unit. On these models the differential lubrication is separate from the transaxle lubricant. It must be checked and filled separately.
RECOMMENDED FLUID
For recommend fluid, see appropriate FLUID TYPE table. For fluid capacity, see appropriate REFILL CAPACITIES table under FLUID CAPACITIES.
| Application | Fluid Type |
|---|---|
| Celica (2000) | Type T-IV ATF |
| ECHO & RAV4 (4WD) | Type T Or T-IV ATF |
| All Others | Dexron-II Or Dexron-III ATF |
TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION FLUID TYPE
| Application | Fluid Type |
|---|---|
| Avalon, Camry, Celica (1999) & Corolla 1.6L | Dexron-II Or Dexron-III ATF |
TRANSAXLE DIFFERENTIAL FLUID TYPE
| Application | Fluid Type |
|---|---|
| Land Cruiser, Tacoma, Tundra & 4Runner | SAE 75W-90 GL-4 Or GL-5 Gear Oil |
TRANSFER CASE FLUID TYPE
DRAINING & REFILLING
Note. All transmissions contain a transmission oil strainer mounted on the valve body. Manufacturer does list transmission oil strainer replacement when servicing the transmission. If servicing transmission oil strainer, oil pan removal is required.