Check Transmission Fluid
in a 4Runner
Checking the automatic transmission fluid is baggage of the typical preventative perpetuation programme for your Toyota 4Runner SUV. Ideally, you should research the fluid Everyone duration you add fuel. The transmission fluid serves as both hydraulic fluid and lubrication for the automatic transmission components. Whether the fluid flush becomes low, the transmission Testament not drive smoothly, and Testament suffer avoidable wear. Desist a scarce seconds, and proceeding the selector back to the "Impartial" position. Continue in this manner until you have gone through each gear position. Return the selector to "Park."
Instructions
1. Coerce the Motor lorry for enclosing 10 miles to bring the engine and transmission to Correct operating temperature. You can probation the fluid when it is biting, on the contrary the results Testament be less accurate.
2. Grounds the vehicle with the engine running and engage the parking brake. Depress the brake pedal and shift the gear selector into the "Reverse" position. This article applies to all 4Runners produced prior to 2005. Starting with the 2005 year mould, the 4Runner uses a closed transmission. The fluid is rated to 100,000 miles, and there is no pathway for owners to proof it.
3. Leave the vehicle running, and open the vehicle's hood.
4. Remove the automatic transmission fluid dipstick from its tube, wipe it off with a clean rag and replace it. The dipstick is located near the firewall, on the driver's side. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level. It should reach to a point between the two notches marked "Hot." If it is lower than this, you should add fluid.
5. Replace the dipstick and close the hood.
