2006 Toyota Tundra Transmission Fluid Check

This is a instructional How-To video on how to change the transmission fluid on a Toyota Tundra V8 Models 2007-2012.

2006 toyota tundra transmission fluid check. This video shows you how to add transmission fluid to your 2006 Toyota Tundra. Would recommed taking to the dealer if your haveing shift issues or if its leaking. Let the truck idle with the AC off so that the transmission fluid is heated between 115 and 130 degrees Fahrenheit.

Add the ATF WS transmission fluid through the refill plug hole. How To Check Transmission Fluid In 2006 Toyota Tundra. TRANSMISSION REFILL Install the overflow.

Shift the vehicle through all of the gears to distribute the fluid evenly. Those transmissions dont like to be overunder filled as little as 500ml can cause problems. You should also visually inspect your transmission coolant lines.

It can be a PITA to just check if your not familar with how it is done and no i have not checked mine but Toyota ATF WS fluid is a synthetic fluid and you would need to use that type of fluid for top-off. Remove the refill plug and leave the overflow plug out also. Park the Toyota Tundra on a level surface and apply the emergency brake.

Check fluid level after truck is fully warmed up after driving a few miles. Before adding transmission fluid make sure that your engine was running when you checked the fluid level. When fluid stops dripping out of the overflow hole replace both the refill and the overflow plugs.

Remove the overflow plug with the engine idling. You check WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING IN PARK. Our Has A 2007 Toyota Tundra Here And We Are Doing Trans Flush On It The Dealer Says Truck Needs To.