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Transmission (Pickup 4WD W/3.0L V6 & 1995 4Runner 4WD W/V6)
1. Remove transmission oil pan drain plugs from transmission. See Fig. 4 . Allow fluid to fully drain. If
replacing transmission oil strainer, remove transmission oil pan and gasket.
2. Remove bolts, transmission oil strainer and gasket (if equipped). Thoroughly clean transmission oil pan.
Using NEW gasket (if equipped), install transmission oil strainer. Install and tighten bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
.
3. Using NEW gasket, install transmission oil pan (if removed). Install and tighten bolts to specification See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
. Fill transmission through dipstick tube to specified capacity using
recommended fluid. See RECOMMENDED FLUID
under LUBRICATION.
4. Ensure vehicle is on a level surface. Apply parking brake. Start engine and apply brakes. Move gearshift
from Park through Low and back to Park.
5. Check fluid level on transmission dipstick. Add proper type fluid so fluid level is at the COOL range
marked on the dipstick. Operate vehicle to normal operating temperature and recheck. See CHECKING
FLUID LEVEL under LUBRICATION. CAUTION: When removing transmission oil strainer, note bolt size and length
for reassembly reference.

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Fig. 4: Identifying Transmission Oil Pan Drain Plugs (Pickup 4WD With 3.0L V6 & 1995 4Runner 4WD
With V6)
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Transmission (All Others)
1. Remove transmission oil pan drain plug from transmission oil pan. Allow fluid to fully drain. If replacing
transmission oil strainer, remove transmission oil pan and gasket.
2. Remove bolts, transmission oil strainer and gasket (if equipped). Thoroughly clean transmission oil pan.
Using NEW gasket (if equipped), install transmission oil strainer. Install and tighten bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
.
3. Using NEW gasket, install transmission oil pan (if removed). Install and tighten bolts to specification See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
. Fill transmission through dipstick tube to specified capacity using
recommended fluid. See RECOMMENDED FLUID
under LUBRICATION.
4. Ensure vehicle is on a level surface. Apply parking brake. Start engine and apply brakes. Move gearshift
from Park through Low and back to Park.
5. Check fluid level on transmission dipstick. Add proper type fluid so fluid level is at the COOL range
marked on the dipstick. Operate vehicle to normal operating temperature and recheck. See CHECKING
FLUID LEVEL under LUBRICATION.
Transmission Differential (Avalon, Camry, Celica 2.2L 5S-FE, Corolla 1.6L 4A-FE & Tercel 3-Speed)
1. Remove oil filler and drain plugs from differential. See Fig. 1 . Allow fluid to drain. Reinstall drain plug.
2. Fill differential through oil filler plug hole to specified capacity using recommended fluid. See
RECOMMENDED FLUID
under LUBRICATION. Ensure fluid is level with bottom edge of filler plug
hole. Reinstall filler plug.
Transfer Case (Land Cruiser, Pickup, Previa, Tacoma, T100 & 4Runner)
1. Remove filler plug located on rear of transfer case. Remove drain plug from bottom of transfer case.
Allow fluid to drain. Reinstall drain plug.
2. Fill transfer case through oil filler plug hole to specified capacity using recommended fluid. See
RECOMMENDED FLUID
under LUBRICATION. Ensure fluid is level with bottom edge of filler plug
hole. Reinstall filler plug.
Transfer Case (RAV4)
1. Remove drain plug from bottom of transfer case. Allow fluid to drain. Reinstall drain plug. Fill transfer
case through transfer case oil dipstick tube to specified capacity using recommended fluid. See
RECOMMENDED FLUID
under LUBRICATION.
2. Check fluid level on transfer case dipstick. Fluid level should be in the LOW to HIGH range. Add fluid if CAUTION: When removing transmission oil strainer, note bolt size and length
for reassembly reference.

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LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS
LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS
FLUID CAPACITIES
FLUID CAPACITIES
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
MaterialConditionSpecification
Engine OilAmbient Temperature Less Than
50°F (10°C) to -20°F (-29°C)SAE 5W-30 API SH
Engine OilAmbient Temperature Above 0°F
(-18°C) to Over 100°F (38°C)SAE 10W-30 API SH
Automatic Transaxle Fluid2WD: AllATF DEXRON II
Automatic Transaxle Fluid4WD: AllATF Type T or Equiv.
Manual Transaxle FluidAllAPI GL-4 or GL-5 SAE 75W-90
Clutch FluidAllDOT 3
Transfer Case FluidAllMultipurpose Gear Oil API GL-5,
SAE 75W-90
Rear Differential FluidAllHypoid Gear Oil API GL-5, SAE
90
Engine CoolantAllEthylene-Glycol Based
Power Steering FluidAllATF DEXRON II
Brake FluidAllDOT 3
ItemConditionSpecification (1)
Engine OilDrained, With Filter4.3 Qts. (4.1L)
Engine OilDrained, Without Filter4.1 Qts. (3.9L)
Engine CoolantM/T: Drained8.5 Qts. (8.0L)
Engine CoolantA/T: Drained8.1 Qts. (7.7L)
Transfer Case Oil (2) Drained0.7 Qts. (0.7L)
Automatic Transaxle Fluid2WD: Drained3.5 Qts. (3.3L)
Automatic Transaxle Fluid4WD: Drained7.4 Qts. (7.0L)
Manual Transaxle Oil2WD: Drained4.1 Qts. (3.9L)
Manual Transaxle Oil4WD: Drained5.3 Qts. (5.0L)
Rear Differential Oil (3) Drained1.0 Qts. (0.9L)
Fuel TankCapacity15.3 Gals. (58.0L)
(1)Capacities are recommended or calculated levels. Always use dipstick (if available) to measure level.
(2)4WD models with an automatic transaxle.
(3)4WD models, includes LSD.

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Transmission/Transaxle
Check transmission fluid level every 30,000 miles or 24 months. Service interval is not available for vehicles
operated under normal conditions. Under severe conditions such as trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery
service or operating under dusty conditions, replace transmission fluid every 30,000 miles or 24 months.
Transfer Case
Check transfer case fluid level every 30,000 miles or 24 months. Service interval is not available for vehicles
operated under normal conditions. Under severe conditions such as trailer towing, police, taxi, local delivery
service or operating under dusty conditions, replace transfer case fluid every 30,000 miles or 24 months.
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL
Transmission/Transaxle (All Models)
Remove filler plug from side of transmission/transaxle. Fluid should be level with bottom edge of filler plug
hole. If fluid is low, fill with proper type fluid until fluid is level with filler plug opening. See
RECOMMENDED FLUID
. Reinstall filler plug.
Transfer Case (RAV4, Tacoma, Tundra & 4Runner)
Remove filler plug located on rear of transfer case. Fluid should be level with bottom edge of filler plug hole. If
fluid is low, fill with proper type fluid until fluid is level with filler plug opening. See RECOMMENDED
FLUID . Reinstall filler plug.
RECOMMENDED FLUID
For recommended fluid, see RECOMMENDED FLUID
table. For fluid capacity, see
TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION REFILL CAPACITIES
table under FLUID CAPACITIES.
RECOMMENDED FLUID
FLUID CAPACITIES
TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION REFILL CAPACITIES
(1)
ApplicationFluid Type
Transaxle/TransmissionSAE 75W-90/API GL-4 Or API GL-5 Gear Oil
Transfer CaseSAE 75W-90/API GL-4 Or API GL-5 Gear Oil
ApplicationQts. (L)
Camry & Solara
2.2L 4-Cylinder2.3 (2.2)
3.0L V64.4 (4.2)
Celica
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