What kind of transmission fluid does a Toyota FJ Cruiser take?
The recommended Toyota FJ Cruisers transmission fluid is Dexron ViATF. The transmission fluid needs to be replaced every 30,000 to 60,000 miles.
How many quarts of transmission fluid does a Toyota FJ Cruiser take?
(1) Install the overflow plug. (2) Stop the engine. (3) Remove the refill plug. (4) Add 0.4 liters (0.21 US qts, 0.18 lmp qts) of fluid.
How do you flush the power steering fluid on a Toyota FJ Cruiser?
As stated above, jack the front and have the wheels off the ground……. Instead of running the engine, turning the wheel full clock to left then right (will siphon out the fluid). Do this 5 times and the res will be about drained, get out and add fluid. Keep repeating until you feel you have flushed the system.
What kind of oil does a Toyota FJ Cruiser use?
Below is an image of the transmission fluid which came out of an FJ Cruiser at its first transmission service at 47,000 km. The oil on the right hand side is a sample of the old oil which came out of the transmission; the oil on the left is a new sample of Toyota WS transmission oil (the specified oil for this transmission).
How do you change transmission fluid on a Toyota FJ Cruiser?
When replacing the transmission fluid on the FJ Cruiser, a full transmission service should be carried out. The pan should be removed and an inspection should be carried out of the transmission pan, fluid and the filter to determine the condition of the transmission.
Is there a dipstick on a Toyota FJ Cruiser?
As the FJ Cruisers do not have a dipstick, it is difficult for people to check their transmission oil level and condition at home. If you would like one of our experienced mechanics to check your transmission oil for you, call us and schedule an appointment.
When to replace the external filter on a FJ Cruiser?
The external filter should be replaced if it is excessively dirty. As the FJ Cruisers do not have a dipstick, it is difficult for people to check their transmission oil level and condition at home. If you would like one of our experienced mechanics to check your transmission oil for you, call us and schedule an appointment.