Do you need to change the transmission fluid on a Toyota Tundra?
Toyota does not recommend changing the fluid. Ever. Dealers are a different matter because they make money on the fluid changes. But Toyota designed the transmission to not need a fluid change. I have had 5 Tundra’s and have run them all to 100K or more.
When to do drain and fill in Toyota Tundra?
Doing a drain and fill at 50k is useless BUT FLUSH it at 100k. FLUSH it. I have put high 200s to mid 300s on several. We are hard on them, pulling-mud riding etc. Flushed them all whenever convenient between 90-110k.
What does slipping mean in a Toyota Tundra?
A transmission has clutch packs that are slipping slightly when shifting occurs. If they didn’t slip a little the shift would be so aggressive you couldn’t drive it at highway speeds. Slipping means wear, even slightly slipping over a lot of miles.
Is it possible to get 3qts out of a drain?
I loosened the FILL bolt first to ensure I could get fluid back in, then I opened the drain bolt and was able to get 3qts out exactly. It had slight reddish color to it and no odd smells but I have no idea if this was ever done by the last owner or not.
How to check the automatic transmission fluid on a 2005 truck?
Let the truck idle with the AC off so that the transmission fluid is heated between 115 and 130 degrees Fahrenheit. Shift the vehicle through all of the gears to distribute the fluid evenly. Leave the truck idling while checking the fluid.
Where is the overflow plug on a Toyota Tundra?
Shift the vehicle through all of the gears to distribute the fluid evenly. Leave the truck idling while checking the fluid. Slide under the Toyota Tundra’s undercarriage and locate the transmission, which is beneath the front portion of the truck cab. Locate the overflow plug at the bottom of the transmission oil pan.
How can I tell if my tundra transmission is still running?
Check the dashboard engine temperature gauge to double check. If the engine is cold, start it and let it idle for a few minutes until it warms up. With the engine still idling, apply the parking brake for safety, and push down with your foot on the regular brake pedal.