Replugged this and removed the drain plug. It was off color but not burned. To keep my hands clean, I chose to wear synthetic oil resistant. That is not the first time I've heard of that on this A245E 4-speed transaxle. Manufacturers have moved toward a disposable mentality where the vehicle has a shelf life, and as long as they fulfill that shelf life, they're in the clear. Had also tried a suction pump but it was faulty and would not suck.
I had eye-balled this and thought the transmission to be about parallel with the ground. Went to the Toyota Repain Manual and found the plugs pictured in a diagram in the transaxle section. I have a 1st Gen, they actually gave us one of those things! It is far better to have slightly less fluid that necessary in the transmission than to overfill it. Still, I would suggest to do the same inspection in every other month. I'm presuming under normal operating temperature, torque converter, other working parts are primped, pumped, full such that the level reads right to the hot, full mark. Given the right tools, this job can be done in less than 30 minutes including the jacking up of the car and the placing of the jack stands. Please don't provide incorrect advice to people and risk damaging their expensive transmissions.
This is strange considering i poured in same amount i drained. The dealer told me that for the next service, which is scheduled at 20k kilometers, around 13k miles, the ctv must have an oil change. I believe serviceability will become a thing of the past in the not too distant future. When fluid stops dripping out of the overflow hole, replace both the refill and the overflow plugs. As it is a log, it would clearly show all changes. Car manufactures make money selling cars. If you are having problems with the transmission in your Corolla, such as clunky shifting or hesitation, check the fluid level first - it is amazing how many drivers pay thousands of dollars for transmission work when a half quart of transmission fluid would have fixed the problem.
A big thank you for this great sharing! Often, these shops and consumers do not have the Toyota Transmission Fill System. If you continue to have to add fluid, this may be indicative of having a more serious problem and should be looked at by a qualified transmission repair shop or the dealer. Should not be too splattered to get a reading. Pull out the transmission fluid dipstick, wipe it clean, re-insert it and pull it out again to check the level. Simply follow these steps for how to check automatic transmission fluid, and you can be sure your transmission is working correctly.
Total system capacity is about 8 quarts. The silver metal drain bolt is situated at the left passenger side rear corner of the pan. The transmission fluid is now at the proper level. Determining the correct amount to add will be difficult at first so just add one quick pour and then reinsert the dipstick into the dipstick tube and recheck before adding more. Please don't provide incorrect advice to people and risk damaging their expensive transmissions. Perhaps I'll do a dealer fluid change at 48k just prior to warranty expiration to catch any surprises. But for maximum life it needs regular service.
They said they can do a better job of flushing the transmission. Not sure if the torque converter drains down a bit overnight, or something else in the transmission drains down not a transmission expert , thus giving the high, hot reading when cold. Looking to get 200k+ on my 2004 Corolla, but skeptical if that is doable on my 2015 S+ cvt. But being a responsible motorist, you should do. It has about 6 small 10 mm bolts and two screws. Checking the transmission fluid when the motor it warm so the petroleum based fluid will expand and give you a proper reading on the dipstick is the best time.
I have to echo Wayne613's comments here - it is just a gimmick. Remove dipstick and clean throughly with a shop rag paper towels may not get all the gunk off - may need to use some quick drying solvent to remove stubborn deposits on the dip stick. The fluid in my 2010 Corolla was still steadily dripping out in a small stream after five minutes, so I let it continue draining for about 15 minutes total. With the engine still idling, apply the parking brake for safety, and push down with your foot on the regular brake pedal. These types of transmissions are designed to be maintenance free.
When i did the change the car was warm. . The fluid should be red, pink, or light brown in color. As you said, no definite change interval. If you notice a different color or a strange consistency, such as bubbles or a milky-tone, there may be an issue with your transmission, and you should have a mechanic take a look. The 2010 Toyota Corolla S automatic transaxle's fluid specification for a drain and refill is 3. Might be so but it was a fun job if you just want to play with your tools.
If it is below the Add or Cold line, then you should add some more fluid. You should have about 3. Never check transmission fluid with the engine off or you will underfill it. Lack of transmission oil or use of degraded oil in the transmission could affects the performance of the vehicle in a very negative way. Supposed to fill until the fluid just begins to come out or about 2.