AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID ADJUSTMENT

Note

Precautions and work description


  • The U760E automatic transaxle does not have an oil filler tube and oil dipstick. When adding fluid, add fluid through the refill hole on the transaxle case. The fluid level can be adjusted by draining excess fluid (allowing excess fluid to overflow) through the No. 1 transmission oil filler tube of the oil pan.

  • Before adjusting the fluid level, add the specified amount of fluid when the engine is cold and warm up the engine to circulate the fluid in the transaxle. Ensure that the fluid temperature is as specified and the engine is idling.

  • The U760E automatic transaxle requires Toyota Genuine ATF WS.

  • The adjustment should be performed according to the procedures and notes.

Tech Tips

"Overflow" indicates the condition under which fluid comes out of the overflow plug hole.

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Tech Tips

The adjustment should be performed according to the procedures referenced in the work flow below.

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  1. PREPARATION WORK

    Note

    If the transaxle is hot (ATF temperature is high), wait until the fluid temperature becomes the same as the ambient temperature before starting the following procedure. [Recommended ATF temperature: around 20°C (68°F)]


    1. Lift the vehicle.

      Note

      Set the vehicle on a lift so that the vehicle is kept level when it is lifted up.

    2. Remove the front wheel opening extension pad LH, engine under covers LH and front fender apron seal LH.

  2. PERFORM INITIAL FILLING

    Note

    After performing either of the following operations, it is not necessary to perform the initial filling procedure. Proceed to the "Add Specified Amount of Fluid" procedure.

    Operations that do not require initial filling

    • Oil cooler tube or oil cooler hose removal/installation


    • Repair of oil seeping or oozing

    1. B000JEH

      Remove the refill plug and gasket from the automatic transaxle assembly.

    2. B000HK2E03
      Text in Illustration
      *1 No. 1 Transmission Oil Filler Tube
      *2 Overflow Plug
      *3 Hexagon Socket Wrench

      Using a 6 mm hexagon socket wrench, remove the overflow plug and gasket from the automatic transaxle assembly.

      Note


      • If ATF comes out after removing the overflow plug, wait until the fluid flow slows and only drips come out.

      • If ATF comes out, it is not necessary to perform the initial filling procedure. After checking the tightening torque of the No. 1 transmission oil filler tube, temporarily tighten the overflow plug.

    3. B000IXQE04
      Text in Illustration
      *1 No. 1 Transmission Oil Filler Tube
      *2 Hexagon Socket Wrench
      *a Overflow Plug Hole

      Using a 6 mm hexagon socket wrench, check that the No. 1 transmission oil filler tube is tightened to the specified torque.

      Torque:
      0.8 N*m  { 8 kgf*cm, 7 in.*lbf }

      Note

      If the No. 1 transmission oil filler tube is not tightened to the specified torque, the amount of fluid cannot be precisely adjusted.

      Tech Tips

      To check the torque of the No. 1 transmission oil filler tube, insert the 6 mm hexagon socket wrench into the overflow plug hole.

    4. Perform initial filling.


      1. B000LJQ

        Fill the transaxle through the refill hole until fluid begins to trickle out of the overflow plug hole.

        Note

        Use Toyota Genuine ATF WS.

    5. B000IWL

      Wait until the fluid flow slows and only drips come out.

    6. B000HK2E03
      Text in Illustration
      *1 No. 1 Transmission Oil Filler Tube
      *2 Overflow Plug
      *3 Hexagon Socket Wrench

      Using a 6 mm hexagon socket wrench, temporarily install the gasket and the overflow plug.

      Tech Tips

      Reuse the old gasket. The overflow plug will be removed again to adjust the fluid level.

  3. ADD SPECIFIED AMOUNT OF FLUID


    1. Fill the transaxle with the correct amount of fluid as listed in the table below.

      Note

      Refill amount differs depending on the operation that was performed.

      Reference Capacity
      Related Procedure Fill Volume
      Transaxle replacement (with a new torque converter) 5.1 liters (5.4 US qts, 4.5 Imp. qts)
      Transaxle replacement (when reusing the torque converter) 3.5 liters (3.7 US qts, 3.1 Imp. qts)
      Torque converter removal/installation 3.4 liters (3.6 US qts, 3.0 Imp. qts)
      Transmission valve body removal/installation 3.2 liters (3.4 US qts, 2.8 Imp. qts)
      Oil pan removal/installation 2.7 liters (2.9 US qts, 2.4 Imp. qts)
      Drive shaft removal/installation 2.7 liters (2.9 US qts, 2.4 Imp. qts)
      Transaxle case oil seal removal/installation 2.7 liters (2.9 US qts, 2.4 Imp. qts)
      Oil cooler tube or oil cooler hose removal/installation 0.5 liters (0.5 US qts, 0.4 Imp. qts)
      Repair of oil seeping or oozing 0.5 liters (0.5 US qts, 0.4 Imp. qts)
    2. B000JEH

      Temporarily install the refill plug to avoid fluid spillage.

      Tech Tips

      Reuse the old gasket. The refill plug will be removed again to adjust the fluid level.

    3. Lower the vehicle.

  4. ADJUST FLUID TEMPERATURE (for Using the intelligent tester)

    Tech Tips

    The actual ATF temperature can be checked on the Data List using the intelligent tester.


    1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3 with the ignition switch off.

    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the intelligent tester on.

      Note

      To reduce load, make sure that all electrical systems, such as the air conditioning, lighting system, electric fan and audio system, are off.

    3. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Active Test / Connect the TC and TE1

    4. Select the Data List menu: A/T Oil Temperature 1

    5. Select the Active Test menu: Connect the TC and TE1 / ON

    6. Check the ATF temperature.

      Note


      • If the fluid temperature is below 45°C (113°F), proceed to the next step. [Recommended ATF temperature: 35°C (95°F) or less]

      • If the fluid temperature is 45°C (113°F) or more, turn the ignition switch off and wait until the fluid temperature drops below 45°C (113°F).

    7. Depress and hold the brake pedal.

    8. Start the engine.

    9. Slowly move the shift lever from P to D, then back to P (keep the shift lever in each position for approximately 3 seconds).

      Tech Tips

      Slowly move the shift lever to circulate the fluid through each part of the automatic transaxle assembly.

    10. B000HB4

      While observing the D shift indicator on the combination meter, move the shift lever back and forth between N and D at an interval of less than 1.5 seconds for 6 seconds or more.

      Note

      Do not pause for more than 1.5 seconds.

      Tech Tips

      Performing this operation will cause the vehicle to enter fluid temperature detection mode.

    11. Check that the D shift indicator comes on for 2 seconds.

      Tech Tips


      • When fluid temperature detection mode is activated, the D shift indicator on the combination meter comes on for 2 seconds.

      • If the D shift indicator does not come on for 2 seconds, return to the first step and perform the procedure again.

    12. Move the shift lever from N to P.

    13. Release the brake pedal.

    14. Select the Active Test menu: Connect the TC and TE1 / OFF

      Note

      Be sure that terminals TC and TE1 are off. If the terminals are on, the fluid level cannot be precisely adjusted due to fluctuations in engine speed.

      Tech Tips


      • Disconnecting terminals TC and TE1 activates engine idle speed control mode.

      • In engine idle speed control mode, engine idle speed control starts when the fluid temperature becomes 35°C (95°F) or more and the engine speed is maintained at approximately 800 rpm.

      • Even after terminals TC and TE1 are disconnected, fluid temperature detection mode is active until the ignition switch is turned off.

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      Text in Illustration
      *a Turned Off
      *b Turned On
      *c Blinking

      Warm up the engine with the engine idling until the fluid temperature reaches the fluid level adjustment temperature [35 to 45°C (95 to 113°F)].

      Below Fluid Level Adjustment Temperature Fluid Level Adjustment Temperature Above Fluid Level Adjustment Temperature
      35°C or less (95°F or less) 35 to 45°C (95 to 113°F) 45°C or more (113°F or more)

      Shift Indicator (D)

      Turned off

      Shift Indicator (D)

      Turned on

      Shift Indicator (D)

      Blinking

      Note


      • If the fluid temperature is within the fluid level adjustment temperature range, immediately proceed to the "Adjust Fluid Level" procedure.

      • If the fluid temperature is 45°C (113°F) or more, stop the engine and wait until the fluid temperature drops to 35°C (95°F) or less. Then perform the "Adjust Fluid Temperature" procedure again from the beginning.

      Tech Tips

      In fluid temperature detection mode, the D shift indicator comes on, goes off, or blinks depending on the fluid temperature.

  5. ADJUST FLUID TEMPERATURE (for not Using the intelligent tester)


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      Text in Illustration
      *1 DLC3

      Using SST, connect terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3 with the ignition switch off.

      SST
      09843-18040

    2. Depress and hold the brake pedal.

    3. Start the engine.

      Note

      To reduce load, make sure that all electrical systems, such as the air conditioning, lighting system, electric fan and audio system, are off.

      Tech Tips

      The indicator lights on the combination meter blink to indicate the DTC output when terminals TC and CG are connected.

    4. Slowly move the shift lever from P to D, then back to P.

      Tech Tips

      Slowly move the shift lever to circulate the fluid through each part of the automatic transaxle assembly.

    5. B000HB4

      While observing the D shift indicator on the combination meter, move the shift lever back and forth between N and D at an interval of less than 1.5 seconds for 6 seconds or more.

      Note

      Do not pause for more than 1.5 seconds.

      Tech Tips

      Performing this operation will cause the vehicle to enter fluid temperature detection mode.

    6. Check that the D shift indicator comes on for 2 seconds.

      Tech Tips


      • When fluid temperature detection mode is activated, the D shift indicator on the combination meter comes on for 2 seconds.

      • If the D shift indicator does not come on for 2 seconds, return to the first step and perform the procedure again.

    7. Move the shift lever from N to P.

    8. Release the brake pedal.

    9. Remove SST from terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG).

      Note

      Be sure that terminals TC and CG are not connected. If the terminals are connected, the fluid level cannot be precisely adjusted due to fluctuations in engine speed.

      Tech Tips


      • Disconnecting terminals TC and CG activates engine idle speed control mode.

      • In engine idle speed control mode, engine idle speed control starts when the fluid temperature becomes 35°C (95°F) or more and the engine speed is maintained at approximately 800 rpm.

      • Even after terminals TC and CG are disconnected, fluid temperature detection mode is active until the ignition switch is turned off.

    10. B000LF5E01
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      *a Turned Off
      *b Turned On
      *c Blinking

      Allow the engine to idle until the D shift indicator comes on again.

      Below Fluid Level Adjustment Temperature Fluid Level Adjustment Temperature Above Fluid Level Adjustment Temperature
      35°C or less (95°F or less) 35 to 45°C (95 to 113°F) 45°C or more (113°F or more)

      Shift Indicator (D)

      Turned off

      Shift Indicator (D)

      Turned on

      Shift Indicator (D)

      Blinking

      Note


      • If the D shift indicator is on, immediately proceed to the "Adjust Fluid Level" procedure.

      • If the D shift indicator blinks, stop the engine and wait until the fluid temperature drops to 35°C (95°F) or less (the indicator goes off). Then perform the "Adjust Fluid Temperature" procedure again from the beginning.

      Tech Tips


      • In fluid temperature detection mode, the D shift indicator comes on, goes off, or blinks depending on the fluid temperature.

      • Fluid filling procedure should be performed when the D shift indicator is on (the fluid temperature is within the fluid level adjustment temperature range).

  6. ADJUST FLUID LEVEL

    CAUTION:

    Use caution while the engine is idling and the radiator fan is operating.


    1. Lift the vehicle.

      Note

      Set the vehicle on a lift so that the vehicle is kept level when it is lifted up.

    2. B000HK2E03
      Text in Illustration
      *1 No. 1 Transmission Oil Filler Tube
      *2 Overflow Plug
      *3 Hexagon Socket Wrench

      Using a 6 mm hexagon socket wrench, remove the overflow plug and gasket.

      CAUTION:

      Be careful as the fluid coming out of the overflow plug hole is hot.

    3. Check the amount of fluid that comes out of the overflow plug hole.


      • If the amount of fluid that comes out of the overflow plug hole is large, proceed to step [*1].

      • If no fluid comes out of the overflow plug hole, proceed to step [*2].

      Note

      If only a small amount of fluid (approximately 1 cc) comes out of the overflow plug hole, then only fluid remaining in the No. 1 transmission oil filler tube has come out. This condition is not considered as overflow, so it is necessary to add fluid.

    4. B000NL3

      If the amount of fluid that comes out of the overflow plug hole is large, wait until the fluid flow slows and only drips come out. [*1]

      Tech Tips

      The fluid flow will not stop completely because the fluid continues to expand as its temperature increases.

    5. B000MLA

      If no fluid comes out of the overflow plug hole, remove the refill plug and gasket. Then add fluid through the refill hole until fluid comes out of the over flow plug hole. Wait until the fluid flow slows and only drips come out. [*2]

      Note

      Use Toyota Genuine ATF WS.

    6. B000HK2E03
      Text in Illustration
      *1 No. 1 Transmission Oil Filler Tube
      *2 Overflow Plug
      *3 Hexagon Socket Wrench

      Install the overflow plug with a new gasket.

      Torque:
      40 N*m  { 408 kgf*cm, 29 ft.*lbf }
    7. B000JEH

      Install the refill plug with a new gasket.

      Torque:
      49 N*m  { 500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf }

    8. Lower the vehicle.

    9. Turn the ignition switch off.

      Tech Tips

      Turning the ignition switch off exits fluid temperature detection mode.

    10. Remove the intelligent tester from the DLC3 (when using the intelligent tester).

  7. REBUILD WORK


    1. Lift the vehicle.

    2. Clean each part.

    3. Check for fluid leaks.

    4. Install the front wheel opening extension pad LH, engine under covers LH and front fender apron seal LH.

    5. Lower the vehicle.