Recent content by Lloyd_Hanning

Thanks Jim: Great explaination! Lloyd

Originally Posted By: Jim Allen If it's just a screen, I agree, drain & fils but I also agree withteh idea of installing an inline fitelr into the return cooler line. If you plan on keeping the car for a long time or a lot of miles, it will help with longevity and help the fluid to last longer...

I think maybe, after reading this, just drain and refill..Filter should be okay. As leakyseals said "you're going to break something!" I'm just so used to dealing with the [censored] from 20 and more years ago..... Thanks again, I appreciate your input... Lloyd

Is there a correct way to clean a transmission filter? Have a 2012 Camry w/4cyl,& 15k. The Toyota parts guy said the filter is metal, and clean it, and reinstall it. My idea is to run a magnet over it, and remove (if any) steel shavings. Then take it to the local car repair shop and have them...

Originally Posted By: Tones There is a fill plug on the side. My Avalon fill plug is under a plastic cover accessible in the fender well. I have changed mine twice now every 15k. You have to use an allen wrench for the drain plug, then use the same wrench to back out the standpipe. Measure the...

Originally Posted By: Tegger Originally Posted By: hsd I have done two fluid changes myself by pumping out the old ATF, carefully measuring it and replacing it with the same amount of new ATF. I do this after the vehicle has been sitting overnight so the old and new ATF are at the same...

Originally Posted By: hsd My 06 Jeep with the NAG1 transmissiion does not have a dipstick and the ATF level is supposed to be checked by the dealer so they can monitor the ATF temp at the same time. I have done two fluid changes myself by pumping out the old ATF, carefully measuring it and...

Originally Posted By: Kestas 15K may not be too early for the first change. Remember this is the first change and it'll get rid of a lot of break-in debris. MAN!.....This IS a dilemma!.....Kestas has a good point, that I agree with, based on the threads I’ve read on this site. However...

Okay, so went to the Toyota dealer to get the ATF so I can change the fluid and filter. The guy told me that’s a metal filter and to clean it out in carb cleaner and it’ll be ready to use again. He also said Toyota uses a “special machine” when filling the transmission, since it’s a fill plug...

Originally Posted By: Jim Allen Well, Leaky asked and here I am. Shoulda seen it but have been busy. Really not needed here, though. You all are on the right track. The only way to know for sure how good or bad the fluid is is to take a sample and have a particle count done. That costs as much...

Originally Posted By: firefighter0629 If you need help with doing the 2012 Toyota Camry Transmission change why not contact your local Toyota dealership. I know they are in the business of making a profit, but they have been very helpful in answering questions for me. Toyota of Apex Apex, NC...

Originally Posted By: doitmyself Here's a couple of threads with Jim's mantra: http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2900047 http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2883378 In the first, Jim recommends a change at 5,000 miles...

Originally Posted By: 901Memphis As long as your using the right fluid and get the right amount in there your only helping by getting old stuff out. You might be ahead of the game but fresh fluid I better than fluid with 30,000 miles and who knows how many heat cycles. Yeah, that's what I...

Originally Posted By: 2oldtommy Is there some reason the ATF needs to be changed at this low mileage? Perhaps I missed the reasoning for this??? --Oldtommy Tommy: The ONLY reason being that I recall reading that the first change should be done around 15 -20 K...And the filter needs to be...

Originally Posted By: LeakySeals Originally Posted By: Lloyd_Hanning Leaky: One more question: Isn't the initial filter change an important item?.... There is no topping off on a transmission unless its leaking which yours wont be at that mileage. They usually don't leak, but keep an eye on it...