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Total Transmission flush cost

Discussion in '2nd Gen Tundras (2007-2013)' started by Yoturmotor, Oct 29, 2018.

  1. Oct 29, 2018 at 10:01 AM
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    Yoturmotor

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    My Tunny just hit the 100k mile mark and I wanted to start getting some fluids replaced on the truck to keep up with everything. My Toyota service center in Virginia, which ive taken my truck to for some good $$$$ repairs, told me that a total fluid flush for the Tundra would be $305.95. I asked about just a simple drop and refill and I was told it would be much more because of the cost of dropping the pan. Something doesn't seem right because I would have assumed a drop and refill would be cheaper because your replacing less fluid and im assuming you do not have to wait for the trans fluid to warm up compared to the fluid flush, you have to drop off so they can get it to the right temp. I also did some research on the forum stating that a total fluid flush could lead to some issues..

    Anybody have any opinions?

    Thanks
     
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  2. Oct 29, 2018 at 10:13 AM
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    Stumpjumper

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    If yours does not have a dipstick then just do a drain and fill. No sense in dropping the pan. I think a drain and fill is still going cost $200
     
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  3. Oct 29, 2018 at 10:16 AM
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    Drain and refill recommended every 60k. should cost $100-200, upper end if refillng with synthetic.
     
  4. Oct 29, 2018 at 10:17 AM
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    Yep. I think that's what the dealer prefers/recommends too.
     
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  5. Oct 29, 2018 at 10:35 AM
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    I did mine not long ago, they did not do a flush and did not drop the pan but it was right at $200 for the tranny, and $50 for each diff and I think another $50 for the transfer case
     
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  6. Oct 29, 2018 at 12:34 PM
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    When I was at dealer for complimentary oil change on wifes Highlander I asked about the transmission service on my 2015 Tundra with 68,XXX miles. The service rep told me they recommend changing between 85,000 and 100,000 miles and they do a fluid 'exchange' replacing all fluid and adding a conditioner. I asked if they hook up to the transmission cooler lines to perform the exchange and he confirmed. Price quoted was $265. I plan to do around 75,000 as I have a weird shift occasionally.

    And now to hijack the thread, can anyone offer a better option that the WS fluid? Not real worried if the WS fluid goes back in but it is not typically well regarded fluid on the forums.
     
  7. Oct 29, 2018 at 12:55 PM
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    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...a-ws-atf-automaitc-transmission-fluid.373083/

    Hear many go with Amsoil.

    Also, discussed on other threads, but thought manual recommends drain and fill, never a flush. Some think a flush can disturb things a drain and fill will not. Quoting another member " You flush a toilet, not a transmission"......
     
  8. Oct 29, 2018 at 1:20 PM
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    I used Amsoil on my wife's 2006 4Runner and full synthetic Valvoline Max Life on my Tundra. No issues with either. Dont do a drain and fill. Just "exchange" all of it. It takes longer to do the set up than to swap fluid once set up.
     
  9. Oct 29, 2018 at 1:22 PM
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    There are a few different write ups. Google Tundra, Tacoma, 4Runner transmission flush/replacement
     
  10. Oct 30, 2018 at 7:25 PM
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    I get a weird harder shift taking off going into second. Al's obvious when it's cold it shifts a little hard but not worries. How are our trannys anyway?any failures?
     
  11. Oct 30, 2018 at 7:39 PM
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    Toyota dealer up here told me it never needs to be replaced unless there is a problem. Another Toyota dealer said the same. Lexus dealer said they could do it for $255.00. I will probly go with them. Good luck. D
     
  12. Oct 31, 2018 at 3:28 PM
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    1. Find transmission cooler thermostat and pin the button shut by pressing the button with a screwdriver and keeping it pinned by threading a small paperclip thru the holes
    2. Loosen fill bolt, all fasteners for the pan, drain bolt, and overfill plug.
    3. Open drain bolt just like you would for an oil change. Around 4 quarts should come out. Put plug back on.
    4. remove all fasteners for the pan and drop pan. You may need to pry the pan off if its stuck. Be careful not to damage gasket if you're prying pan off and wanting to re-use gasket. Another 1/2 quart or so should be in pan.
    5. Spray inside of pan with brake clean and be sure to clean the magnets.
    6. replace filter if desired
    7.put pan back on.
    8. Refill with transmission fluid (only use Toyota WS ATF) via the fill hole. Use a similar quantity as what drained out + what was remaining in the pan when you dropped it. A small hand pump can help a lot with this.
    9. Find the OBD2 port. use a paperclip and stick one end in the fourth terminal and one end in the 13th terminal.
    10. Turn on vehicle. lights should flash all over your dash.
    11. Move your shifter from D to N about once per second until the D light stays on when you go back to N.
    12. Once it stays on, shift into park. If D light disappears, the fluid is too cold. If it flashes, fluid is too warm. If its just right, D light will stay on and you know the fluid is the correct temp.
    13. Once the fluid is the correct temp, undo the overfill bolt and let any excess fluid drain until the flow slows to a dribble. When that happens put the drain bolt back on. You have the correct level of fluid now.
    14. turn off vehicle and remove paperclips from the thermostat and OBD2 port.


    Repeat this process 1 or 2 more times over the next couple weeks for a solid fluid change.
     
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    My manual states the transmission is sealed and the fluid is good for the life of the vehicle, but if you use the truck for towing you should have it checked and replaced if necessary.
     
  14. Nov 13, 2018 at 5:54 AM
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    You’ll hear all sorts of things when it comes to the transmission and fluid.

    My opinion: you replace every other fluid in the vehicle, why wouldn’t you replace the transmission fluid?
    Rumor is 100k and under full flush is recommended - higher mileage, pan drain and refill. Just speculation that contaminates can break loose and cause issues. I don’t really believe it.

    I’d have to pull out my receipt, but Toyota dealer did it earlier this year for 2 something if I remember correctly. Wasn’t bad considering 12qts of fluid was the majority of the cost.

    Just make sure you have an invoice with 12qts of fluid listed. If you don’t, they didn’t do a flush.
     
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    I just did all fluids, engine oil, front dif, transfer case, rear dif and Trans flush. Trans done at dealership with ws atf, no issues, Trans shifts like butter. Drain and fill imo only dilutes aged atf. Flush makes all fluid new.
     
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    Hi , I had mine done at level10 auto in Hamburg nj , they dropped pan cleaned out pan and magnets. Installed newgadket filled back up 225 with synthetic fluid
     
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    Too many, but not enough....
    Flushes are for toilets not transmissions.
     
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    Was quoted $380 at Bob Rohrman Toyota in Lafayette, Indiana for a "Drain and Flush" That's the only service they offer for the transmission.
     
  23. Mar 25, 2022 at 1:01 PM
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    I did 3 or 4 drain and fills in 13 years and 110k on my 09, maybe 160 apiece. It
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