2001 Toyota Tundra Transmission Fluid Change
Fill the transmission to the proper level using the proper type of transmission fluid.
2001 toyota tundra transmission fluid change. First make sure your Tundra is cool so the transmission fluid doesnt burn you. Dealers are a different matter because they make money on the fluid changes. Small glitches in your transmission can quickly become major problems.
3 Golden Rules of Automatic Transmission Maintenance 1. If it is discolored or smells. Push the end in and insert a pin to lock the thermostat in the open position.
I recently performed two 4 quarts each drain and fills of the transmission using Toyota Type IV ATF. I read Toyotas owners manual and found they want type T-IV. You will drain more this way.
Then replace the drain plug. Put the cooler hose back on run and check. 2001 Tundra 4x4 Limited trd.
Otherwise go to an Aamco and they will do a. Put the hose in the container and add 4qts of fluid to the transmission. Comparing ScanGauge 2 to IR Gun.
He was amazed that he didnt have to add any oil. DONE DRINK BEER. Feb 4 2021 at 556 PM 14 14.