2006-2012 Toyota Rav4 Transmission Fluid Change/Service
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- Опубликовано: 17 ноя 2016
- Your automatic transmission relies heavily on fluid for wet-clutch operation and slide-valve movement. When the fluid breaks down, clutches get hotter and begin to fail. The high-tolerances within the valve body gum-up altering fluid flow and pressure. These kind of problems get expensive.
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Replacing your transmission fluid even once during your ownership can greatly reduce the chance of having an automatic transmission problem or failure.
This video shows a drain and fill of the ATF (auto trans fluid) in a 2008 Toyota Rav4. While a drain and fill is not a complete service, it is easier and less expensive than a complete system flush offered by a professional repair facility. On this vehicle, approximately 44% of the fluid is replaced during a drain and fill (3.8 of 8.6 qts).
If a person was diligent, they would repeat this service after approximately 500 miles to further restore the system's fluid protective properties. Even if you did this 3 times, it would cost less than the labor alone at most shops. 
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An excellent video. Descriptions are clear along with nice video. Thanks.
I have the RAV4 V6 is at the same exact measurement and quarts for the transmission fluid 3.8
Good info. Thanks!
Great video, thank you. Straight and to the point. I checked your other videos but did not see them, any chance you have videos of replacing the rear differential and transfer case fluid in the '08 Rav?
This was a friend's vehicle. If he's up for getting the other fluids done, we'll be sure to film them! Thanks for your comment and positive feedback!
MasterJacks I have a 2008 RAV4 2.4L Sports. Should I change my atf at this point? Drain and fill or complete flush? Is it better to do what u just did, take out 50% of old fluid and fill in new fluid and the same thing on the second service? Thanks!
Weird, I have a V6 and the hex he removed I swore was vertical and not horizontal like this
Nice video how many quarts it takes ?
Hello, thanks for sharing. Would you happen to know if a 2005 RAV4 AWD automatic has a vent? I am getting moisture in my VS sensor and I am thinking moisture is building up in the transmission due to a vent blocked? Thank you
Our rav4 idiot lights on dashboard come on the time, then reset after heavy rain or dampness drys out. Nothing is flashing normal operations.
Hey man, how is the vehicle holding up with the Valvoline vs the Toyota WS fluid? Just keep up with changes and it’s all good?
Question, i don't know what brand of fluid the previous owner used. Even i know the type, can i refill with different brand? Or must I drain it completely first?
Sorry for the late response. If the fluid type is the same, brand does not matter. Thanks for the question.
Wow unbelievable your Rav 4 has no rust compared to our 08 Rav4 225000 miles. Our NJ Winters & salted roads rusted vehicles are common. our exhaust manifold looks very rusted underneath.
Mines is getting really rusty on the bottom I have 133k.. but Im going to use por15 and sand all the rust out
I would never cut a splash cover access hole in a customers car, some people would really complain, and some do check everything.
Its not a matter of any complain, in fact. It is a part of "wind tunnel" for cooling engine and transmission, where he punched hole.
He did a good job. Clean and professional.
@jbean530 ! Not really a professional job, he did. An amateurish work he carried out. Professional will have all tools required for transmission flush; he did not have them. I have all of them.
The main requirements of transmission fluid change, he did not carry out. That is,
1. Removal of Transmission Fluid Tray and cleaning metal dirt accumulated in the tray from gear wear-out.
2. He did not clean the magnets
3. He did not change the Transmission Assy (filter)
4. He did not remove the old fluids from the radiator lines.
This is just a money making service. Not recommended.
yup. cutting that thing is just lazy. its just a couple bolts that hold that thing on. if this dude worked in my garage he'd be out of a job
@@farwestgarohills3831 There's already a hole in the cover. This doesn't change the aerodynamics at all.
remember the transmission filter too next time.
Fiance just got a 07 rav4 with 130,000 miles. i can hear the transmission/torque converter shudder at 40 mph. would doing a series of drain and changes every oil change possibly solve the problem?
If torque converter shudder is what you're experiencing, I would suggest replacing the filter and fluid. There's a really good chance it will solve your problem at this stage. Here's a video link of the filter service, best of luck and congratulations on the upcoming marriage!
ruclips.net/video/IjBkvcLTIBo/видео.html
I used Castro import transmission instead toyota atf-ws , question is how is your transmission working since you didn't use atf-ws? any slipping like our manual book says!
I used Valvoline MaxLife ATF which is WS equivalent, similar to the Castrol you used.
I have a 2008 RAV4 2.4L Sports at 80k should I do what you just did? Drain and fill, take out 50% on the first one and then on the second service drain and fill the rest? @MasterJack
Mark Namoco I have rav4 2008 automatic an now i have 160.000 km in my service they told me that i don't need to change oil yust check and drive! Oil level is ok and oil is clean now i don't know what to do!
Bačo kaj kaj kaj just to ask, i have also toyota 2008 2.4.. do you have problem with oil.. my toyota is 40.000km.. and do i need to do service for transmision?
Hi i have Toyota rav4 2009 sport 4 x4 and I want to change my front differential oil but do I have to change my transmission too? Because it said on the sticker that if I have to do my differential, then I have to change my transmission as well or I don’t have to change it man. Anyway suggestion you can give me man.
On the Rav4, the front differential is built into the transmission. The fluid is shared. You can however, perform a 4x4 transfer case service. This is in the front of the vehicle and bolts to the transmission. I have another video showing that ruclips.net/video/0sTsYpfyEWA/видео.html
Ok, quick question. Mama's 08 Rav4, 2.4L, it has 180k. Runs ex, cleanest engine, top to bottom, at 180k that I've ever seen! So heres deal, her trans fluid has never been changed. Do I go ahead and pay the 200 or so for the power flush, maybe at dealership or somewhere, with that many miles of never changing the tranny fluid? Or, do I just drain and fill BECAUSE there's that many miles? Also, do I drop pan and change filter? Like, drop pan to enable filter replacement? I'm asking because of this- Side note: my daughters Juke- I did a fluid change only on her trans, Cvt fluid in those cars. When I dropped pan I went to swap filters and I realized the filter was held in place with a long ass bolt going through the filter, vertical, into the transmission! You actually HAVE to remove the trans to change their filters(they call it a "screen") because of this 1 bolt, it's held in place with a "back hold" NUT that's sandwiched in between the valve body or whatever, inside the trans! No way to change filter/screen on a Nissan Juke trans without removing trans, taking it apart to get to the backhold nut, and then changing it, then piutting trans back together, reinstalling onto car! Soooo, I didnt do that obviously! Replaced the pan gasket, filled back up w Cvt fluid, done. So just wondering if you guys knew if this filter was same prob, cant replace it without a lot of bullsh*t, and if it's just gone too many miles for a power flush. Any opinion is welcomed, great vid on this rav btw! I think somebody knows their editing! Not to long, not too much excess talk for no reason, ex shots at what you were doing, etc. Ex video! Keep it up, this one's right up there with the best of em!
So...my opinion, would be to take it to a dealership and have them do a complete system flush and filter change. It's well worth putting $200 into a transmission that has served you well and currently has not problems. This will reset the fluid life and likely keep that transmission humming for another 100k. That said, if the fluid is not very dark or burnt smelling, you could probably get away with the poor man's solution. Perform a drain and fill, followed by another drain and fill in approx. 500 miles. This will go a long way towards replenishing the fluid and restoring its protective properties.
If it had 180k on the same fluid don't flush. It is too risky at this point. Just do a drain and fill.
@@MasterJacks poor man's solution ? You are wrong sir. With that many miles, a simple drain and fill is enough, a full flush might cause slipping of the transmission. The clutch packs are most likely worn and new fluid will not give it the adequate grip like the old fluid did, since the old fluid has had the particle build up that it was used to functioning with. Draining and filling is the best thing to do in a car with such high milage, especially if the transmission fluid was never changed.
@@joseluisrobles6650 thanks for the comment! There are many variables for this discussion. I agree a flush is not always the answer, but if I have a healthy transmission, I feel good about a flush to restore the protective properties of the fluid.
Check out my flush video on a Corolla with 260,000+ miles. The fluid was very dark and burnt, but the transmission was performing well. We did a full flush and it continues to perform as it should.
It's definitely a case by case decision, and I should be more thoughtful in what I recommend. You sound like a person who has the experience to know the difference! I appreciate the comment.
What's the best transmission oil for the rav 4 2006....? And what happens if you put the wrong transmission oil
It calls for Toyota WS ATF, Valvoline maxlife full synthetic ATF is a quality substitute that meets or exceeds Toyota WS specifications. Fluid that does not meet Toyota WS specifications can cause shifting problems and premature wear.
Hello Sir, I got a question about my 2015 Toyota Rav 4. It has 67600 miles on it . After how many should i change/ flush my transmission oil ? Toyota dealer, AutoZone, Pep Boys, Advance Auto Parts no body could exactly tell me that when should I go for transmission oil change.
From what I found, your vehicle requires a transmission service at 60,000 miles or 72 months. See page 45 of the Warranty & Maintenance Guide:
www.toyota.com/t3Portal/document/omms-s/T-MMS-15RAV4/pdf/2015_Toyota_RAV4_WMG.pdf
Hope that helps! Thanks for watching.
MasterJacks thank you
I thought you should replace the crush washer because sometimes they leak.
It's a good idea, but if it doesn't leak when you reuse it, it's doing its job.
that's cool bro, that's just plastic. u r right, that's what they call flushing (cheaper) not changing (freaking expensive) at toyota. i did the same thing on a friend's rav4 plastic engine cover & lock it with a ziptie. :-) and he saw me did that. he said " why did you do it?", and i asked him "why are you asking me that? This is free service. You're not paying anything on labour, if technician will do this at toyota, you'll pay at least 75-150$ service charge. And if i am going to break those little lock knobs or pins, you are going to buy them for at least 1.50$-2.25$ each. and it is wasting time." and then he just stop asking and said oh, ok.
haha:)! Tell em! Thats similar to me, I'll tell em to take it to the dealership in a heartbeat!
One question.. toyota 2.4 2008.. just have 40.000 km. - 25.000 miles.. do I need to change oil transmission?
I would suggest every 30,000 miles.
Nice
jesus! how often are you going to change transmission fluid to make it worth cutting a hole in a splash shield that can be removed in no time?
My thought exactly!
So no torque spec on the how to video?
ruclips.net/video/IjBkvcLTIBo/видео.htmlsi=cq3SopBNGoKIoJ7F
No filter changed, broken plastic protection...and old fluid stayed in torque converter! I think this it not a proper process of ATF being replaced
Thanks for the comment. As stated in the video description, a drain and fill is no substitute for a complete system flush. Toyota does not have a service interval for filter replacement, but 30,000 miles is pretty typical across the industry. www.toyota.com/t3Portal/document/omms/T-MMS-08RAV4/pdf/RAV408SMG.pdf Cutting into the plastic splash shield is not a Toyota procedure, but since the factory cut an identical access flap near the front of the shield, we thought it common sense to provide similar access to the drain plug. If you are uncomfortable with making the cut, replacing retainer clips is the method for you. While a 1/8" plastic guard offers limited protection against debris, it will not protect against impact damage. No functionality is lost with the access flap. Cheers.
This statement is from someone who has clearly never worked on a vehicle in there life... Toyota doesnt even offer a filter change. Its either $130 for a drain and fill(fluid is 50) or $400 for a flush but still old filter. Anything is better than nothing.
Many autos do not have a serviceable filter. The RAV4 does. You option to replace filter.
Lot’s of debate over power flush. I prefer the drain and fill 3x approach and do that at recommended service intervals. It is somewhat easy for a DIYer. Don’t forget about servicing gear oil for transfer case and differential.
@Siarhei Hanush ! You said, "plastic protection"; one way right. That is actually meant to create wind tunnel for cooling the system, that he cut down.
What I’ve learned is that Toyota doesn’t recommend a new filter unless it’s damaged from impact. You must change the o ring tho. And always recommend using the correct Toyota AWS ATF.. not one size fits all fluid
Clean all that crap out the fresh air intake! Check the cabin filter too!
prosay where's that?
That transmission fluid was already black ...
😅😅 he cuts it and ended up putting zip ties wth 🤦♂️
Also you should've changed the filter.
This is quite rough, the cover is meant to be removed not cut :)
It'll be fine. The cover needs to be removed only if you're pulling the pan.
lazy guy... why don't you remove the cover instead of cutting it?
Why would you cut out the splash guard...only lazy people do that. Those plastic screw is not one time use. Do not follow these guys.