How do you check the transmission fluid on a 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Make sure your FJ is on a level surface. Shoot the trans. pan with a temp gun or use a Scangauge to check ATF pan temps. When the ATF hits 97-112F, pull the check plug (#30 torx bit) and you should get just a trickle out of it.
How much transmission fluid does a Toyota FJ Cruiser hold?
The 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser came factory standard with A5-speed automatic transmission on all trim levels. This transmission is going to have a fluid capacity of 5.5 US quarts.
What kind of transmission fluid does a 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 do you fill transmission fluid in Toyota FJ Cruiser?
(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 get transmission fluid out of a FJ Cruiser?
Take out the fill-level plug on the bottom (not the drain plug), it takes a hex bit, I forget which size. Take out the fill plug on the side with a 24mm socket. Add Toyota ATF Type WS until it starts to dribble out of the fill-level hole on the bottom.
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).
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.