I just change my filters, and motor oil on my Scion tc, thank for this video it is very informative hope I do not have any problems changing the transmission oil .
On my 2015 Scion xB I start noticing my AT transmission was start acting weird. After 2nd-3rd shift, on my 3rd shift my rom when pretty high and I notice that the shifting was creating lag. When I stop, and then go than it respond and I bet it’s the transmission fluid that needs to be change. So if his the case I need to get that fix because I don’t want my xB create a damage. Thanks for the clip man. I am glad that someone is shown of how to on Scion models.
Thank GOD for your quick, to the point video. My only question is do I check the fluid while the vehicle is running and in neutral, or is a cold check enough?
The good thing about this is that, the Scion tC1 has the same engine as the 2008-2015 Scion xB. So this is very helpful. I’m on 54k+ miles on it. So I’m on the middle of the redline to change the transmission fluid. I been told. And especially @ScottyKilmer said it’s not a good idea to get ur transmission flush, it can ruin ur AT transmission.
I bought a used 06 with 167k miles. I first did a drain and fill and drove it a few miles. I then did a 2nd drain and replaced transmission filter and new crush washer. this process removed 2/3rds of the dirty fluid.
How many miles does your Scio tc have when you changed this oil? What year is this car? Was this the first trans oil change? How often do you do it? What about the trans filter? Have you ever changed it? Thanks….Jim
Yes it says Ws buy you can use the type T-iv, In my camry with the ws transmission fluid I used the type T-iv and put 40k miles on in and dropped the pan and did a filter and fluid change and surprisingly they was as good as no dirt on my old filter and I don't have to wait for the fluid to turn brown before i change it. I change the fluid every 40k miles with Toyota Type T- iv
It was difficult to light the underside of the car and the harsh lighting made the fluid look worse then it was. It was still real nasty though. This car had over 115K miles on it when this was preformed. Ideally, I should have dropped the entire pan and replaced the internal filter as well.
I have 2012 Scion Tc it is manual . I just replaced my clutch yesterday but I have been to figure out what type transmission fluids to use to refill it . I don’t want to use the wrong one. When searched on Autozone site recommend ATF
Does the manual recommend a specific type? If not I would probably be comfortable with what the auto part store recommends. Let me know what you end up using. Thanks
2006 Scion xB with 161, 540 miles (bought new with 1 mile on it, just turned 16 years old)...never changed transmission fluid or filter. I've heard not to change fluid at this point, but only to drain, replace filter, and reuse old fluid...or trans may begin to slip? Any opinion on this? I don't have any issues with the transmission currently. Thanks
Definitely recommend to change your filter and fluid especially if it's never been changed, the people that say the transmission fluid is a lifer are Definitely not correct
i know this is a long shot but, when i let my car get to normal temp and i put my car in neutral my fluid only comes up to the "COOL" level on the bottom. I even take it driving and make sure i use all the gears and come back to check it and its still on "COOL" so I should add transmission fluid right?
Yes every time you drain or flush a filter kit should be repaced AND usage of toyota trans fluid. This guys fluid is probly like that from using a crappy fluid not specified for his car
There's nothing wrong with Valvoline MaxLife ATF, in fact, many of the "Toyota guys" in online forums (you can Google it yourself) recommend swapping out the Toyota ATF (for example the WS ATF is a fluid that usually gets no love for how easily it breaks down) with a suitable alternative. What the video uploader failed to mention was 1. Draining your transmission pan will only get you 2.5 to 3 U.S. quarts out of a system that has, I would guess, at least 7 U.S. quarts in it. You can do a drain and fill as he said, or, you can disconnect the input/output hoses that run from the transaxle body to the radiator that cools the fluid and that method will remove/replace a lot more fluid than a drain and fill. You can research that method online. 2. When you check the transmission fluid (and some cars are different, check with your owner's manual) as far as Toyota/Scion, you have to check it with the car running, idling in PARK on a FLAT surface. The car should be very very hot, meaning, you should have been driving for quite some time. The hotter the better. Check your dipstick, try to get to the HOT mark as close as you can but not going over it, there really is no point in checking the ATF when the car is cold because all you're going to see is a wet tip on the stick.
Tell that to my Scion after my husband had a flush and fill using Valvoline without me knowing. My car is for shit now. Just hoping permanent damage hasnt been done
+Fatty Fatz Yes you need jack stands, to anyone reading these comments, hydraulic jacks fail all the time. Being crushed under your car is not a fun way to go.
Daniel Morel Yes. When the car is hot the coolant will be under pressure. Opening any part of the cooling system when it is still hot can possibly lead to scalding fluids squirting out.
Oddly enough I just finished watching you coolant flush video, but i was asking about the "transmission fluid". Don't I have to turn on the car before changing the "transmission fluid"? Thanks for the response!
Daniel Morel O I see, In regards to transmission fluid it is safer if the car is completely cool. The fluid might be a little more "thin" if the car is warm but if you empty when the car is too hot the fluid can be super hot and may cause burning.
How did the trans.fluid level look after you changed it since you didn't change the filter ? I think it called for 3.7 quarts instead of 3.5 ? One other question, did you just change it as a reg.maintenance thing or were you having trouble? I ask because my wifes TC is not shifting to 4th until the car is warmed up. Thanks for posting the video. As you probably know there are no books avail. like chilton or haynes for who knows whatever reason.
The transmission oil on this car is so bad that you need to replace the transmission filter. On automatic transmission I always recommend using car manufacture transmission fluid no after market.
Anthony is right Randy. You've got to change the filter and gasket too. And this Toyota is not new. Factory fluid does go black if not serviced properly.
I have pulled it up on ALLDATA and it's under Valve Body Assembly. and yes its called an oil strainer. and if customers do not replace it then I feel bad for them. I'd rather switch it and be safe knowing that it's new and clean and I won't have to worry about it for another 100k miles. I wouldn't bring it up if it was not for my car but since it is, I am going to replace it. PS I didn't have to get up and go anywhere.
***** Its the same concept though..? I pulled mine off of off my 06 Tc a few weeks ago when i performed a flush, and it does need to at least be maintained from build up.. Wasn't implying that i want to rip people off by selling them something they don't need. But more trying to cover the fact that this guy didn't include information on it... seshh.
First off I don't try and upswell anything the customer doesn't need. That is not my kind of technique. I am just going by the service manual, and if the service manual is wrong then gotta find the author and tell him he is completely wrong. i do have the amenities of a hoist and special tools myself, so the job is not a problem. i just brought it up because of my case. But it's cool. Talk down on me. Don't care. You guys can go ahead and screw ppl over.
yeah what if the previous owner of the vehicle changed it from Toyota oem? and your telling this guy that its fine when its not.. you wont know unless you do preventive maintenance and look for yourself. not all cases are the same. stop being lazy.. seesh
Fuji Tran , if you have a manual transmission, it uses gear oil instead of conventional transmission fluid. The transmission has two larger bolts , one is to fill and the other is to drain the oil. Remove the bolt closer to the top of the gear shaft and look inside the bolt opening. If the oil is visible its full. If you can't see the oil add more. Typically it is filled to its starts to overfill. Hope this helps.
+RJ Schisler (RJeezy.5) Wouldn't that be more expensive than just getting a transmission flush? I think that would be a waste of new Trans fluid wouldn't you say?
Doing multiple drain and fills is a transmission flush. Most of newer transmissions cannot be "flushed" with a machine. It is very bad for the valve body. The only other way is to remove the torque converter and dump the fluid out and then fill it back up with new before installing it. That would require removing transmission though.
That would be a flush but if you drain drive about 3 times you will get most out. Problem with flush if its not done early on you can risk dislodging particles in other places. Also use toyota fluid and for god sake spend the extra 30 on a filter kit
@@rjeezy.5746 a flush is usually done via a machine that also circulates a cleaner but is risky on high mileage when never been done. So if your over 100k drain n fill is the safest
@@pinkyhotmessx69 Not sure if you meant to reply to me.I am probably wrong. but does anyone even use a flush machine anymore? Thought that was a 90s thing. But I 90% of the time work on newer japanese vehicles toyotas/hondas mostly. Although, I don't believe the "dislodging particles" is true with them anymore. Pretty sure I did the first trans change on my ridgeline at 130k and im at 220k now still good. My 06 corolla is the same and a tundra at 185k with still the original W/S in it got the full drop the pan and clean treatment. Still good after a few months. If you stick with genuine fluid you should not have any unusual issues. Its when people go out and get vautozone fluid and filters, you have the problem.
If it is changed frequently enough it should appear fairly similar to the new stuff. If it looks milky that could be a sign there is water in the mix which is not good. Depending on the vehicle sometimes the engine coolant plumbing can erode or crack and allow coolant and tranny fluid to mix.
Pol Tate you have to drain it and fill usually till it is about to leak from the drain hole. that is a common manual trans fluid change. also if not factory buy a magnetic drain plug. it will catch metal and help avoid those running through the unit. it is a $20 service at most lube places. as for the video. it is kinda like taking a shower and putting your 2 day old ball sweaty man panties back on. your clean but are you expecting not to smell like shit? or using a month old coffee filter and old coffee. fresh water is an improvement but it will not be much of one. DIY auto repair is great. the problem is so much information is shared from people who talk the part. if you wanna learn. head to a local u pull it yard and slowly mingle and get familiar with your car if possible and remove parts, use the car as a test subject. just be careful and take your time. bring your own tools. Don't drive someone crazy about which way you turn shit. I am not certified in anyway and I have friends who are master certified. I can usually run circles around them. I am self taught. I have owned a high volume body shop. spent years drag racing by the time I was 19. now a crap ton older. I am able to frame off a car. my love for European automobile has been a driving point to further educate myself. having built 97 aeb 1.8t a4 Quattro 5 speed that put a mind bowing 418hp to the ground. 92 carrado vr6 5 speed with procharger making 450hp and now my 02 M5 my 97 540i 6speed my s50 swapped 6 speed 528i e39 I can do anything to these cars. my experience with one helped me understand and learn the others. I code BMW dme at home. it is all about being humble and soaking up all you can from others doing at a parts yard or performance shop. RUclips is great. a world of knowledge can be had. keep in mind. The people you are asking learned from a manual or hands on. we did not have gps.cell phones or the internet. we had pride. Motivation and a basic understanding from helping someone for free as payment for the education. lesson over. lol
Didnt change the filter and take the entire pan off eh in that case there’s still some fluid trapped in the pan after the drain. Instructions for the trans filter change says to warm up the fluid then do the drain
Toyota, does not recommended changing the filter on this car, they also said that the Transmission fluid never needs to be changed. Can anyone confirm this? Also transmission specialist only recommend changing half the oil capacity and not remove any from the tork converter. They said that removing all the oil causes the wheels inside to slip and wear even faster. That the new oil has many detergents, so its best to leave some of old oil to bond with the new. Comments please No BS
They dont recommend flushing it. Its risky. But draining at around 60k to 75k and replacing filter then. Up until then just top it off UNLESS you notice its unusually dark it could be something else causing it and NEVER use anything but Toyota fluid no much how much they aay its safe. Its not wanna ask me how I know? Lol ya my husband is banned from taking my car in. Im doing it myself from now on
The manual for my 05 Scion Xb says that "it is not necessary to change the automatic transmission fluid only if your vehicle is driven under one of the Special Operating Conditions listed in your Scheduled Maintenance Guide. That guide list conditions like driving in hot climates, or lots of stop and go driving, or driving in dirty air conditions. That said, If your fluid looks dirty, or starts to smell burnt, you need to change it. Not sure if necessary or even advialbe to change filter, BUT at least do as the video shows.....drain and fill. Maybe drain and fill 2 times if very dirty. I am not a mechanic, but base this on what I have read in other places along with what my experiences have been.
MrKistel it sounds like a easy fix actually,but thank you !,I’m about to get my license and take the test so of course my luck kicks in and something goes wrong lol
I had my 2005 Scion tC done today. Originally had just an oil change but as usual, something else was found. Cost me almost $100 for the transmission fluid refill. I swear I need to get in the oil and transmission fluid business... Don't even see how $100 is even reached (and I looked and this is the national average). A quart of this crap is like $5 at Advance Auto Parts. And since you said you only need to buy 4 quarts... WTF?!
You dont want to use this crap. Use toyota fluid designed for your car. Ask why hus fluid looks like that. My scion had 127k idk if it had ever been drained and its STILL red
Based on the condition of the oil he drained, this transmission is done. Thick, gooey and brown means his clutch plates have ground down and the oil is burned. changing is not going to help at this point.
And I should remind everyone that watches this video that, auto manufacturers are not in the business of helping people, being nice, or saving the world. Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, GM, Ford, Chrysler, Honda, Hyundai, Fiat, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, VW/Audi..... you get the idea. They, like any other for-profit business in this world, are in business to make money, not to hold their customers hands and sing Kumbaya. In other words, they really don't GIVE A FLYING FUCK about you, the customer. If they did, GM wouldn't be getting hit with "wrongful death" lawsuits because of a faulty ignition switch design that could have been addressed. Or VW wouldn't have been caught cheating on their diesel emissions numbers to the EPA by tweaking software. Or Hyundai wouldn't have misrepresented their fuel economy numbers on some of their cars some years back. Fact of the matter is, they all want to make money, so if engineering with the intent of a part(s) to fail, including any kind of fluid(s) that are recommended to use, this is just part of life in a capitalist world. They are not your friend, and vice-versa. They will sell you a product, then they take your money, and now if you have a problem, go deal with the dealer, who will be more than happy to point you in the direction of the manufacturer, who will be more than happy to point you in the direction of the dealer. Understand??? LOL
Not necessarily. Any other independent repair person who is NOT a chain will recommend and use nothing but Toyota fluid. The one who my husband took it to used Valvoline and FUCKED up my car. Ever wonder why homies fluid looks like that. Absolutely dealership and any other place that upsells will fuck you but using whats designed for your car is always best including most parts. For example the after market swaybar link installed in my car unnecessarily has my car fucked up so bad I cant drive on fwy. They may be similar but even a fraction off in size for somethings over time can cause further damage. Sure it may look like it fits but does it fit properly over an extended amount of time
No mention of changing the drain plug seal. Better do it or you will be sorry. Weeping stains on your garage floor will result. It will probably be a dealer provided part only. I always use OEM transmission fluid. Too expensive assembly to take even a remote chance of causing unwitting damage. Anyway, spread out over long intervals it is really not that much more $$.
To check the SCION xB fluid you have to START THE ENGINE and shift back and forth through all of the gears a couple of times and leave it in park. Then LEAVE THE ENGINE RUNNING and quickly check before engine gets to hot. The fluid level should be between the notches on the LOWER gauge. IF that is correct you should drive the car for a few miles and check again WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND IN PARK. This time the fluid should be between the notches on the upper gauge since the fluid is now hot and has expanded. I can not tell you how many of these RUclips videos are telling thousands of people how to check fluid THE WRONG WAY! Some check with no engine running, or with shift in drive and emergency brake on, or on uneven grass area of their driveway etc. No telling how many have ruined their transmissions listening to RUclips and basically totaling their car! Some cars have dif ways of cheking fluid, with in gear etc.....You have to follow the operation manual of each type of car.
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Wow, thanks so much, you made it seem way easier than other people
Thank you
Thanks! You just spared me a 2hr wait and 85$ mechanic fee. 10mm Allen key, 3.5 quarts, easy stuff :)
Don't be fooled
I just change my filters, and motor oil on my Scion tc, thank for this video it is very informative hope I do not have any problems changing the transmission oil .
What filters does the scion have a transmission filter?
It's just a screen not a real filter. Unless the oil is in real bad shape, filter change is pointless.
On my 2015 Scion xB I start noticing my AT transmission was start acting weird. After 2nd-3rd shift, on my 3rd shift my rom when pretty high and I notice that the shifting was creating lag. When I stop, and then go than it respond and I bet it’s the transmission fluid that needs to be change. So if his the case I need to get that fix because I don’t want my xB create a damage. Thanks for the clip man. I am glad that someone is shown of how to on Scion models.
Thanks for watching and the comment. Best of luck with your xB
Thank GOD for your quick, to the point video. My only question is do I check the fluid while the vehicle is running and in neutral, or is a cold check enough?
The good thing about this is that, the Scion tC1 has the same engine as the 2008-2015 Scion xB. So this is very helpful. I’m on 54k+ miles on it. So I’m on the middle of the redline to change the transmission fluid. I been told. And especially @ScottyKilmer said it’s not a good idea to get ur transmission flush, it can ruin ur AT transmission.
Best of luck with Scion maintenance. Thanks for commenting.
@@MrKistel ur very welcome
I bought a used 06 with 167k miles. I first did a drain and fill and drove it a few miles. I then did a 2nd drain and replaced transmission filter and new crush washer. this process removed 2/3rds of the dirty fluid.
How many miles does your Scio tc have when you changed this oil? What year is this car? Was this the first trans oil change? How often do you do it? What about the trans filter? Have you ever changed it? Thanks….Jim
Keep in mind that '07+ first gen tC's use "ONLY" WS automatic transmission fluid and not the typical Toyota Type-IV fluid.
My 08 is ws only.
Yes it says Ws buy you can use the type T-iv,
In my camry with the ws transmission fluid I used the type T-iv and put 40k miles on in and dropped the pan and did a filter and fluid change and surprisingly they was as good as no dirt on my old filter and I don't have to wait for the fluid to turn brown before i change it. I change the fluid every 40k miles with Toyota Type T- iv
Wow, How many miles is on this car? The transmission fluid is so dirty.
It was difficult to light the underside of the car and the harsh lighting made the fluid look worse then it was. It was still real nasty though. This car had over 115K miles on it when this was preformed. Ideally, I should have dropped the entire pan and replaced the internal filter as well.
You have to change every 50k-60k miles
That was a halfway good video. Very nice profile but forgot to mention or show how the dipstick looks cold or hot engine
What size drain plug did you use? Also, great video thank you.
How much transmission oil does a 2015 scion tc take?
I hope your answer is very helpful.
i do not recall
I wish every video was like this
Awesome, thanks for the supportive comment and hope the video was insightful regarding performing a transmission fluid change.
I have 2012 Scion Tc it is manual . I just replaced my clutch yesterday but I have been to figure out what type transmission fluids to use to refill it . I don’t want to use the wrong one. When searched on Autozone site recommend ATF
Does the manual recommend a specific type? If not I would probably be comfortable with what the auto part store recommends. Let me know what you end up using. Thanks
2006 Scion xB with 161, 540 miles (bought new with 1 mile on it, just turned 16 years old)...never changed transmission fluid or filter. I've heard not to change fluid at this point, but only to drain, replace filter, and reuse old fluid...or trans may begin to slip? Any opinion on this? I don't have any issues with the transmission currently. Thanks
Definitely recommend to change your filter and fluid especially if it's never been changed, the people that say the transmission fluid is a lifer are Definitely not correct
@@montoyanathan60
thks man, i'm on the same boat , never change the tranny fluid and i'm at 180,000 on the car...
AREN'T YOU SUPPOSSED TO HAVE THE ENGINE RUNNING TO CHECK THE TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL?
There's a cold level and hot but it doesn't matter if your fluid is that black
i know this is a long shot but, when i let my car get to normal temp and i put my car in neutral my fluid only comes up to the "COOL" level on the bottom. I even take it driving and make sure i use all the gears and come back to check it and its still on "COOL" so I should add transmission fluid right?
Yes 😭🙏🏼
Obviously this is an older model Scion. Where is the transmission oil fill tube on a 2013 Scion Tc??
Do you need to change the filter as well? If so do you have how to video for changing the transmission filter?
Yes every time you drain or flush a filter kit should be repaced AND usage of toyota trans fluid. This guys fluid is probly like that from using a crappy fluid not specified for his car
Please more video’s about the Scion
Thank you, I am glad you are enjoying the Toyota Scion repair and maintenance videos.
There's nothing wrong with Valvoline MaxLife ATF, in fact, many of the "Toyota guys" in online forums (you can Google it yourself) recommend swapping out the Toyota ATF (for example the WS ATF is a fluid that usually gets no love for how easily it breaks down) with a suitable alternative. What the video uploader failed to mention was 1. Draining your transmission pan will only get you 2.5 to 3 U.S. quarts out of a system that has, I would guess, at least 7 U.S. quarts in it. You can do a drain and fill as he said, or, you can disconnect the input/output hoses that run from the transaxle body to the radiator that cools the fluid and that method will remove/replace a lot more fluid than a drain and fill. You can research that method online. 2. When you check the transmission fluid (and some cars are different, check with your owner's manual) as far as Toyota/Scion, you have to check it with the car running, idling in PARK on a FLAT surface. The car should be very very hot, meaning, you should have been driving for quite some time. The hotter the better. Check your dipstick, try to get to the HOT mark as close as you can but not going over it, there really is no point in checking the ATF when the car is cold because all you're going to see is a wet tip on the stick.
Tell that to my Scion after my husband had a flush and fill using Valvoline without me knowing. My car is for shit now. Just hoping permanent damage hasnt been done
This was helpful
Did you use jacks stands? What height? Power jack? I'm thinking of changing my fluid this way, just want to make sure 17" is high enough to get under
Fatty Fatz I do not recall specifically what I used, thanks for watching though
+Fatty Fatz Yes you need jack stands, to anyone reading these comments, hydraulic jacks fail all the time. Being crushed under your car is not a fun way to go.
as nasty as fluid was you didn't change the filter?
When you're removing the drain plug, does the car have to be completely cool off?
Daniel Morel Yes. When the car is hot the coolant will be under pressure. Opening any part of the cooling system when it is still hot can possibly lead to scalding fluids squirting out.
Oddly enough I just finished watching you coolant flush video, but i was asking about the "transmission fluid". Don't I have to turn on the car before changing the "transmission fluid"? Thanks for the response!
Daniel Morel O I see, In regards to transmission fluid it is safer if the car is completely cool. The fluid might be a little more "thin" if the car is warm but if you empty when the car is too hot the fluid can be super hot and may cause burning.
MrKistel that makes sense. Thanks a lot!
You do NOT want to change hot or warm transmission fluid. If the fluid gets on your hand or anywhere else, it will be a VERY painful burn.
No filter change ?? That fluid is really bad so your filter is too ..
@Don'tgiveahoot I believe I head that too. Guess I need to research it a little to be sure.
How did the trans.fluid level look after you changed it since you didn't change the filter ? I think it called for 3.7 quarts instead of 3.5 ? One other question, did you just change it as a reg.maintenance thing or were you having trouble? I ask because my wifes TC is not shifting to 4th until the car is warmed up. Thanks for posting the video. As you probably know there are no books avail. like chilton or haynes for who knows whatever reason.
Thanks for watching and the comment. I did this as a maintenance procedure and the fluid looked a bit dirtier then I would have liked to see.
Why didn't you remove the pan and change out the filter as well with a new gasket?
Probably a good idea to do both those things you mentioned if you are able. Thanks for the transmission fluid change tips.
The transmission oil on this car is so bad that you need to replace the transmission filter. On automatic transmission I always recommend using car manufacture transmission fluid no after market.
Yeah. You should have included changing the trans filter as well... that's like changing your oil with out changing your oil filter..
Anthony is right Randy. You've got to change the filter and gasket too. And this Toyota is not new. Factory fluid does go black if not serviced properly.
I have pulled it up on ALLDATA and it's under Valve Body Assembly. and yes its called an oil strainer. and if customers do not replace it then I feel bad for them. I'd rather switch it and be safe knowing that it's new and clean and I won't have to worry about it for another 100k miles. I wouldn't bring it up if it was not for my car but since it is, I am going to replace it.
PS I didn't have to get up and go anywhere.
***** Its the same concept though..? I pulled mine off of off my 06 Tc a few weeks ago when i performed a flush, and it does need to at least be maintained from build up.. Wasn't implying that i want to rip people off by selling them something they don't need. But more trying to cover the fact that this guy didn't include information on it... seshh.
First off I don't try and upswell anything the customer doesn't need. That is not my kind of technique. I am just going by the service manual, and if the service manual is wrong then gotta find the author and tell him he is completely wrong. i do have the amenities of a hoist and special tools myself, so the job is not a problem. i just brought it up because of my case. But it's cool. Talk down on me. Don't care. You guys can go ahead and screw ppl over.
yeah what if the previous owner of the vehicle changed it from Toyota oem? and your telling this guy that its fine when its not.. you wont know unless you do preventive maintenance and look for yourself. not all cases are the same. stop being lazy.. seesh
What model Scion I have a 2016 Scion IA
thanks for the video!!!!
I drive a 2005 scion tc manual and there is no dip stick. Where/how do I fill it with fluid?
Fuji Tran , if you have a manual transmission, it uses gear oil instead of conventional transmission fluid. The transmission has two larger bolts , one is to fill and the other is to drain the oil. Remove the bolt closer to the top of the gear shaft and look inside the bolt opening. If the oil is visible its full. If you can't see the oil add more. Typically it is filled to its starts to overfill. Hope this helps.
So how do you get all the fluid out of the torque converter? It holds a lot of fluid itself.
+RJ Schisler (RJeezy.5) Wouldn't that be more expensive than just getting a transmission flush?
I think that would be a waste of new Trans fluid wouldn't you say?
Doing multiple drain and fills is a transmission flush. Most of newer transmissions cannot be "flushed" with a machine. It is very bad for the valve body. The only other way is to remove the torque converter and dump the fluid out and then fill it back up with new before installing it. That would require removing transmission though.
That would be a flush but if you drain drive about 3 times you will get most out. Problem with flush if its not done early on you can risk dislodging particles in other places. Also use toyota fluid and for god sake spend the extra 30 on a filter kit
@@rjeezy.5746 a flush is usually done via a machine that also circulates a cleaner but is risky on high mileage when never been done. So if your over 100k drain n fill is the safest
@@pinkyhotmessx69 Not sure if you meant to reply to me.I am probably wrong. but does anyone even use a flush machine anymore? Thought that was a 90s thing. But I 90% of the time work on newer japanese vehicles toyotas/hondas mostly. Although, I don't believe the "dislodging particles" is true with them anymore. Pretty sure I did the first trans change on my ridgeline at 130k and im at 220k now still good. My 06 corolla is the same and a tundra at 185k with still the original W/S in it got the full drop the pan and clean treatment. Still good after a few months. If you stick with genuine fluid you should not have any unusual issues. Its when people go out and get vautozone fluid and filters, you have the problem.
Oil looks a little gray to me is that normal??
If it is changed frequently enough it should appear fairly similar to the new stuff. If it looks milky that could be a sign there is water in the mix which is not good. Depending on the vehicle sometimes the engine coolant plumbing can erode or crack and allow coolant and tranny fluid to mix.
My scion tc 2006 doesnt have a dipstick, how would I change the transmission oil?
you have a manual shift? those don;t have dip stick
gammatnt yeah bro I have a manual tran. do you know how to do it for manual?
Pol Tate you have to drain it and fill usually till it is about to leak from the drain hole. that is a common manual trans fluid change.
also if not factory buy a magnetic drain plug. it will catch metal and help avoid those running through the unit.
it is a $20 service at most lube places.
as for the video. it is kinda like taking a shower and putting your 2 day old ball sweaty man panties back on. your clean but are you expecting not to smell like shit?
or using a month old coffee filter and old coffee. fresh water is an improvement but it will not be much of one.
DIY auto repair is great. the problem is so much information is shared from people who talk the part. if you wanna learn. head to a local u pull it yard and slowly mingle and get familiar with your car if possible and remove parts, use the car as a test subject. just be careful and take your time. bring your own tools. Don't drive someone crazy about which way you turn shit.
I am not certified in anyway and I have friends who are master certified.
I can usually run circles around them.
I am self taught. I have owned a high volume body shop. spent years drag racing by the time I was 19. now a crap ton older. I am able to frame off a car. my love for European automobile has been a driving point to further educate myself.
having built 97 aeb 1.8t a4 Quattro 5 speed that put a mind bowing 418hp to the ground.
92 carrado vr6 5 speed with procharger making 450hp and now
my 02 M5
my 97 540i 6speed
my s50 swapped 6 speed 528i e39
I can do anything to these cars. my experience with one helped me understand and learn the others.
I code BMW dme at home.
it is all about being humble and soaking up all you can from others doing at a parts yard or performance shop.
RUclips is great. a world of knowledge can be had. keep in mind. The people you are asking learned from a manual or hands on.
we did not have gps.cell phones or the internet.
we had pride. Motivation and a basic understanding from helping someone for free as payment for the education.
lesson over. lol
this is automatic or manual, cause the manual is different
this one was an automatic
Is it the same process with a Manual Transmission Scion tC?
Your stupid lol
No, consult your owner's manual.
@@TonyChazz321 quiet idiot
great veido thank you
So nice of you
Didnt change the filter and take the entire pan off eh in that case there’s still some fluid trapped in the pan after the drain. Instructions for the trans filter change says to warm up the fluid then do the drain
Toyota, does not recommended changing the filter on this car, they also said that the Transmission fluid never needs to be changed. Can anyone confirm this? Also transmission specialist only recommend changing half the oil capacity and not remove any from the tork converter. They said that removing all the oil causes the wheels inside to slip and wear even faster. That the new oil has many detergents, so its best to leave some of old oil to bond with the new. Comments please No BS
They dont recommend flushing it. Its risky. But draining at around 60k to 75k and replacing filter then. Up until then just top it off UNLESS you notice its unusually dark it could be something else causing it and NEVER use anything but Toyota fluid no much how much they aay its safe. Its not wanna ask me how I know? Lol ya my husband is banned from taking my car in. Im doing it myself from now on
The manual for my 05 Scion Xb says that "it is not necessary to change the automatic transmission fluid only if your vehicle is driven under one of the Special Operating Conditions listed in your Scheduled Maintenance Guide. That guide list conditions like driving in hot climates, or lots of stop and go driving, or driving in dirty air conditions. That said, If your fluid looks dirty, or starts to smell burnt, you need to change it. Not sure if necessary or even advialbe to change filter, BUT at least do as the video shows.....drain and fill. Maybe drain and fill 2 times if very dirty. I am not a mechanic, but base this on what I have read in other places along with what my experiences have been.
You didn't change the filter.
I have a 07 manual why won’t it change gears???
That does not sound good. Best of luck
MrKistel it sounds like a easy fix actually,but thank you !,I’m about to get my license and take the test so of course my luck kicks in and something goes wrong lol
glad to hear it might be a simple fix, thanks for sharing
I had my 2005 Scion tC done today. Originally had just an oil change but as usual, something else was found. Cost me almost $100 for the transmission fluid refill. I swear I need to get in the oil and transmission fluid business...
Don't even see how $100 is even reached (and I looked and this is the national average). A quart of this crap is like $5 at Advance Auto Parts. And since you said you only need to buy 4 quarts... WTF?!
TraumaER Sorry but you got taken ..Thanks to youtube I do allot of this stuff myself .
You dont want to use this crap. Use toyota fluid designed for your car. Ask why hus fluid looks like that. My scion had 127k idk if it had ever been drained and its STILL red
Based on the condition of the oil he drained, this transmission is done. Thick, gooey and brown means his clutch plates have ground down and the oil is burned. changing is not going to help at this point.
You should have done the filter with it that dark
What about the filter
did not replace the transmission fluid filter for this fluid change.
And I should remind everyone that watches this video that, auto manufacturers are not in the business of helping people, being nice, or saving the world. Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, GM, Ford, Chrysler, Honda, Hyundai, Fiat, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, VW/Audi..... you get the idea. They, like any other for-profit business in this world, are in business to make money, not to hold their customers hands and sing Kumbaya. In other words, they really don't GIVE A FLYING FUCK about you, the customer. If they did, GM wouldn't be getting hit with "wrongful death" lawsuits because of a faulty ignition switch design that could have been addressed. Or VW wouldn't have been caught cheating on their diesel emissions numbers to the EPA by tweaking software. Or Hyundai wouldn't have misrepresented their fuel economy numbers on some of their cars some years back. Fact of the matter is, they all want to make money, so if engineering with the intent of a part(s) to fail, including any kind of fluid(s) that are recommended to use, this is just part of life in a capitalist world. They are not your friend, and vice-versa. They will sell you a product, then they take your money, and now if you have a problem, go deal with the dealer, who will be more than happy to point you in the direction of the manufacturer, who will be more than happy to point you in the direction of the dealer. Understand??? LOL
Not necessarily. Any other independent repair person who is NOT a chain will recommend and use nothing but Toyota fluid. The one who my husband took it to used Valvoline and FUCKED up my car. Ever wonder why homies fluid looks like that. Absolutely dealership and any other place that upsells will fuck you but using whats designed for your car is always best including most parts. For example the after market swaybar link installed in my car unnecessarily has my car fucked up so bad I cant drive on fwy. They may be similar but even a fraction off in size for somethings over time can cause further damage. Sure it may look like it fits but does it fit properly over an extended amount of time
No mention of changing the drain plug seal. Better do it or you will be sorry. Weeping stains on
your garage floor will result. It will probably be a dealer provided part only. I always use OEM
transmission fluid. Too expensive assembly to take even a remote chance of causing unwitting
damage. Anyway, spread out over long intervals it is really not that much more $$.
good transmission fluid change tip
To check the SCION xB fluid you have to START THE ENGINE and shift back and forth through all of the gears a couple of times and leave it in park. Then LEAVE THE ENGINE RUNNING and quickly check before engine gets to hot. The fluid level should be between the notches on the LOWER gauge. IF that is correct you should drive the car for a few miles and check again WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND IN PARK. This time the fluid should be between the notches on the upper gauge since the fluid is now hot and has expanded.
I can not tell you how many of these RUclips videos are telling thousands of people how to check fluid THE WRONG WAY! Some check with no engine running, or with shift in drive and emergency brake on, or on uneven grass area of their driveway etc. No telling how many have ruined their transmissions listening to RUclips and basically totaling their car! Some cars have dif ways of cheking fluid, with in gear etc.....You have to follow the operation manual of each type of car.
Thanks for the fluid checking procedure tips.
That shit was pudding
he looks like a owen.... luke wilson combo
Dis guy Logan Paul real dad
Bruh… that’s dark
he forgot the transmission filter
What year TC is this? Mine is 2013 will the procedure be the same???
Yes it’s the same bro
@@ococo6713 how can it be the same if mine doesn't have a dip stick?
Why did you not change the filter?