Photo DIY: RX300 AWD Transmission Fluid, Pan, Filter Change
#287
One question:
If someone forgets to put the O-ring on the new oil restrainer, will it be too bad?
I made that mistake and only realized after i had put everything back and had re-fueled the ATF.
I did fix it by again draining the ATF, removing everything and spending hour of my time (frustrating) :-( .
So was just curious if i could have driver without the O-ring without any serious consequences.
If someone forgets to put the O-ring on the new oil restrainer, will it be too bad?
I made that mistake and only realized after i had put everything back and had re-fueled the ATF.
I did fix it by again draining the ATF, removing everything and spending hour of my time (frustrating) :-( .
So was just curious if i could have driver without the O-ring without any serious consequences.
#288
Intermediate
One question:
If someone forgets to put the O-ring on the new oil restrainer, will it be too bad?
I made that mistake and only realized after i had put everything back and had re-fueled the ATF.
I did fix it by again draining the ATF, removing everything and spending hour of my time (frustrating) :-( .
So was just curious if i could have driver without the O-ring without any serious consequences.
If someone forgets to put the O-ring on the new oil restrainer, will it be too bad?
I made that mistake and only realized after i had put everything back and had re-fueled the ATF.
I did fix it by again draining the ATF, removing everything and spending hour of my time (frustrating) :-( .
So was just curious if i could have driver without the O-ring without any serious consequences.
#289
Ok ...doing a trasmission flush; Using mobil 1 3309 fluid and the beck Darnley filter gasket kit? Is there is any opposition SPEAK!! I read through allot of this forum and believe these are acceptable by the community?
Beck Arnley 044-0316 Automatic Transmission Filter Kit
https://www.amazon.com/Beck-Arnley-0...5%3A2470955011
Beck Arnley 044-0316 Automatic Transmission Filter Kit
https://www.amazon.com/Beck-Arnley-0...5%3A2470955011
#290
Did a 12 quart flush today. Revs were spiking until the ATF warmed up, knew it was time to change it out. ATF came out silverish pink, no burnt smell though.
Parts:
Filter: kit with paper filter, rubber gasket and o-ring, Beck Arnley 044-0316
Gasket: OEM from Toyota, didn't use above gasket
ATF: castrol import multi-vehicle ATF, 12 quarts
- Drained from both ports, dropped pan, changed the filter and o-ring. Cleaned the pan and found only 2 magnets. Sludge everywhere T_T
- Buttoned it back up and poured in 5 quarts of Castrol ATF.
- Disconnected the cooler line. Could only reach the clamp on the inlet line, so made do with that.
- Started up car, pumped out a couple quarts of ATF, turned off engine, fill up with more ATF. Repeat 2x.
- Last time around, shifted thru all the gears, with parking brake on and stepping on brakes.
- Reconnected cooler line, check dipstick and fill as needed.
The ATF that came out of the cooler line at the end was still cloudy and slightly dark. Not transparent and clear like new ATF, but at least no longer dark and silverish.
Shifting was really good after the flush. No more rev spikes, no need to warm up ATF slowly. Everything felt solid.
Question:
Does anyone know the flow of ATF from the pan? Is it: pan -> transmission/ torque converter/ front differential -> cooler -> pan or something else?
Trying to figure how much or how less old ATF I got out. Thanks
Parts:
Filter: kit with paper filter, rubber gasket and o-ring, Beck Arnley 044-0316
Gasket: OEM from Toyota, didn't use above gasket
ATF: castrol import multi-vehicle ATF, 12 quarts
- Drained from both ports, dropped pan, changed the filter and o-ring. Cleaned the pan and found only 2 magnets. Sludge everywhere T_T
- Buttoned it back up and poured in 5 quarts of Castrol ATF.
- Disconnected the cooler line. Could only reach the clamp on the inlet line, so made do with that.
- Started up car, pumped out a couple quarts of ATF, turned off engine, fill up with more ATF. Repeat 2x.
- Last time around, shifted thru all the gears, with parking brake on and stepping on brakes.
- Reconnected cooler line, check dipstick and fill as needed.
The ATF that came out of the cooler line at the end was still cloudy and slightly dark. Not transparent and clear like new ATF, but at least no longer dark and silverish.
Shifting was really good after the flush. No more rev spikes, no need to warm up ATF slowly. Everything felt solid.
Question:
Does anyone know the flow of ATF from the pan? Is it: pan -> transmission/ torque converter/ front differential -> cooler -> pan or something else?
Trying to figure how much or how less old ATF I got out. Thanks
Last edited by aznlapin; 11-02-16 at 09:18 PM.
#291
Wanted to check if it is okay to mix Toyota ATF T4 and Castrol Transmax Synthetic ATF?
Essentially i changed my pan/filter/ATF 6 months ago with Toyota T4. Now i am planning to switch to Castrol Transmax and want to just drain and refill the ATF and don't want to drop the pan.
That implies that i will be changing only 4 quarts of ATF.
Is it okay to mix Castrol Transmax and Toyota T4?
Essentially i changed my pan/filter/ATF 6 months ago with Toyota T4. Now i am planning to switch to Castrol Transmax and want to just drain and refill the ATF and don't want to drop the pan.
That implies that i will be changing only 4 quarts of ATF.
Is it okay to mix Castrol Transmax and Toyota T4?
#292
Valvoline MaxLife
Hi,
Quick question: This fully synthetic Valvoline ATF says it is compatible with T-IV fluid. It is easily available where I am. Is it as good or better than the original Toyota T-IV fluid and will it mix ok with the original stuff?
Thanks for the helpful photos and explanation
Quick question: This fully synthetic Valvoline ATF says it is compatible with T-IV fluid. It is easily available where I am. Is it as good or better than the original Toyota T-IV fluid and will it mix ok with the original stuff?
Thanks for the helpful photos and explanation
I'm curious to hear the comments of others regarding the use of this fluid long-term. The product shows compatibility with T-IV and is a full-synthetic. Price is competitive with basic T-IV when it is purchased in gallons at the discount store.
Thanks.
Last edited by LA4Mead; 01-26-17 at 02:17 PM.
#294
#296
drain and fill can mix tIV with synthetic
I am planning on doing drain and fill. I beleive it has Totyota TIV, can I use Amsoil 4 qrt to refill ? if yes then how many times i have to drop and drian to completely replace the oil in the transmission? and what is good interval for changinging
#299
It's real and not endorsed or recommended by Lexus. Know as "The Kiss of Death" to many, but some dealers still do them. Some also add snake oil like BG products too. Also not recommended or endorsed.
#300
bob