When having the 30k mile transmission service performed, is the fluid just drained from the plug and refilled with 4 or 5 quarts or does the pan need to be removed and the filter replaced?

Thanks, T

 

either way, up to you....taking off the pan and clean the magnets are the better way to go. taking off the pan will take up to 8qts.

 

I just got my tranny serviced. They suck all your fluid out, I think about 12 quarts if I'm right. Then fill it back up. It was 79.95 and a pan drop is another 59, but the guy didn't have the right gasket or filter so I just got my fluid flushed out. I'll definitly get my pan dropped at 60K.

 

My understanding is that the tranny does not have a serviceable trans filter. Correct me if I'm wrong. Had mine done, no filter replacement.

 

there is no filter but there is a screen. i dropped my pan at 20k and i just cleaned the screen with brake parts cleaner.

 

How much should pay a mechanic I know at Toyota for a tranny flush. I will provide the tranny oil. He'll just do the flush. Any idea what to offer him?

 

under the table? if so, 30 bucks will do. does he have the machine to suck out the tranny fluid at home?

if he just does the regular drain and fill...10 bucks is enough.

 

Yeah...it will be under the table. Damn..I just gave him $30 to resurface my rotors and install new brake pads that I gave him. :X FAWK!