What does partial fluid change in CVT mean?
Partial fluid change in CVTs implies so-called fluid refreshment. To put it simply, part of the lubricant is drained, and then it will be necessary to fill in exactly the same amount of fluid as has been drained and adjust the fluid level in the CVT unit.
What to do when CVT fluid starts to seep out?
Monitor the fluid temp. This is where thermal expansion comes to play as you will actually have fluid seeping out of the fill hole as it heats up and expands, so let it keep seeping until you reach the correct temperature and insert and tighten the plug. 1. Initial drain was dirty and stinky.
Where is the drain plug on a CVT transmission?
Click to expand… Check out the video and note the inside of the pan after he drops it. Aside from the “straw” that helps in setting the level, there is a shorter “straw” that it threads into just above the drain plug, AND even the drain plug is not on the bottom of the pan.
How much CVT fluid can I change in one service?
You can change just less than 50% of the total fluid with each service meaning you can get close to a 75% change with two but only an additional 12.5% new with a third, an additional 6.25% with the fourth, etc…… 1. As others have properly pointed out — always make sure you loosen fill plugs FIRST. 2.
Click to expand… Check out the video and note the inside of the pan after he drops it. Aside from the “straw” that helps in setting the level, there is a shorter “straw” that it threads into just above the drain plug, AND even the drain plug is not on the bottom of the pan.
Who has gotten their CVT transmission fluid changed?
The Corolla CVT does not use WS. Currently, it is a dealer-only fluid. Amsoil has not (yet?) certified their CVT fluid for use in the new CVT. Prius and other hybrids are the E-CVT and it is a completely different transmission. I would agree that 50-60k is a good change interval. I’m about to hit 80k with the original fluid..mine is a ’14.
Is it safe to mix WS and CVT fluid?
Drain and fill, CVT fluid. WS and CVT fluid should not mix. To be safe, have it done @ 60K intervals. Which means you’re a bit overdue. Just don’t drive it hard until you can get it done. I had it done at 162,xxx.
How much does CVT fluid cost on a Toyota?
Just playing Devil’s Advocate here, since that 4L jug of CVT fluid is ~$65 (+ s/h) on Camelback Toyota Parts. I might try doing this relatively soon. I’m almost at 80k and it hasn’t been touched. Anyone actually do it themselves? Reasons for dropping / not dropping the pan? Are you guys referring to this video?