How do you check the transmission fluid on a 2001 Toyota 4Runner?
Check the Transmission Fluid on a Toyota 4-Runner
- Crank the 4Runner up and let it warm up briefly.
- Open the hood.
- Pull the dipstick out of the tube.
- Locate where the fluid ends on the dipstick.
- Sit in the vehicle and place the truck in gear.
- Check the fluid level again, making sure the level is still full.
What kind of transmission fluid does a 2002 Toyota 4Runner take?
Dexron™ VI Automatic
Toyota 4Runner 3.4L 2002, Professional™ Full Synthetic Dexron™ VI Automatic Transmission Fluid by ACDelco®.
How do you change the transmission fluid in a Toyota 4Runner?
Pop the hood and remove the transmission fluid dipstick. Insert the funnel into the opening and add the recommended amount of transmission fluid (depending on your year model). Replace the dipstick. Crank the engine and toggle through all of the gear selections with your foot on the brake.
Where is the drain plug on a Toyota 4Runner?
This model 4Runner is much simpler than most. There is one bolt on the bottom of the transmission’s pan, and that is the drain plug. Place the drain pan underneath it, then slowly loosen it to drain the transmission. Wait until the transmission is fully drained, then tighten it back on. Figure 1. Transmission’s drain plug.
Where is the fluid fill hole on a Toyota 4Runner?
The fluid fill hole is way up on the side of the transmission so filling it shouldn’t be an issue unless the truck was upside down. I had Blackstone perform an oil analysis on my trans fluid at 46,xxx miles. I’ll dig for the report and upload it later on.
Do you need transmission service on a Toyota 4Runner?
Toyota 4Runners sold after 2006 have closed transmissions. These vehicles will require a transmission service at the dealership with dealer-exclusive tools. All other year models (1984 to 2005) can be serviced normally.