2006 Toyota Tundra Transmission Fluid Check
Read PDF carefully because tranny has to be warm when ya check and vehicle running and ya loose yes loose just under 12 qt when ya do this check.
2006 toyota tundra transmission fluid check. If fluid does not come out proceed to step 7. Leave the truck idling while checking the fluid. You check WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING IN PARK.
FLUID LEVEL CHECK NOTICE. Refill transmission fluid a toyota tundra with around 200k miles 2006 toyota tundra 4x4 double cab truck 2006 toyota tundra. I use approximately 35 gal to flush.
This video shows you how to add transmission fluid to your 2006 Toyota Tundra. Add the ATF WS transmission fluid through the refill plug hole. Park the Toyota Tundra on a level surface and apply the emergency brake.
You should also visually inspect your transmission coolant lines. I later check it when I have more time and have found it to he appropriately very close. If fluid comes out wait until the over-flow slows to a trickle and proceed to step 8.
If the transmission fluid level on your Tundra is low you need to add fluid through the dipstick tube. Remove the refill plug and leave the overflow plug out also. Shift the vehicle through all of the gears to distribute the fluid evenly.
Remove the overflow plug with the engine idling. Let the truck idle with the AC off so that the transmission fluid is heated between 115 and 130 degrees Fahrenheit. The best way to avoid low transmission fluid is to check it often and follow Toyotas maintenance schedule.