CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE FLUID ADJUSTMENT

Note


  • This transmission requires Toyota Genuine CVT Fluid TC.

  • Make sure that the vehicle is level when inspecting the fluid level.

    (The front-to-rear inclination angle must be within +/- 1° from horizontal.)

  • Allow the fluid to cool to room temperature before performing any of these procedures.


  1. ADD CVT FLUID

    Tech Tips

    Refer to the following diagram when adding fluid.

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    1. When adding fluid (large fill volume) *1


      1. Be sure that the vehicle remains level and lift the vehicle.

      2. A0118LF

        Use a socket hexagon wrench (6 mm) to remove the drain plug and gasket.

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        Text in Illustration
        *1 No. 1 Transmission Oil Filler Tube

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

        Torque:
        0.8 N*m  { 8.2 kgf*cm, 7 in.*lbf }

        Note

        If the No. 1 transmission oil filler tube is not tightened to the specified torque, then the fluid level cannot be adjusted correctly.

      4. A011AAZ

        Remove the refill plug and gasket.

      5. A011BTH

        Add fluid into the refill hole until it flows out from the overflow hole.

        Note

        This transmission requires Toyota Genuine CVT Fluid TC.

      6. Wait until the steady flow slows to a trickle, install a gasket, and temporarily tighten the drain plug with a socket hexagon wrench (6 mm).

        Tech Tips

        Because the drain plug will be removed again, the gasket can be reused at this time.

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      7. A011AL7

        Fill the specified volume of transmission fluid into the refill hole.

        Note

        The fill amount varies depending on the procedures being completed.

        Reference Capacity
        Related Procedure Fill Volume
        Transaxle replacement (with a new torque converter) 1.4 liters (1.48 US qts, 1.23 Imp. qts)
        Transaxle replacement (when reusing the torque converter) 0.4 liters (0.42 US qts, 0.35 Imp. qts)
        Torque converter replacement 1.6 liters (1.69 US qts, 1.41 Imp. qts)
        Torque converter removal/installation 0.4 liters (0.42 US qts, 0.35 Imp. qts)
        Oil pan removal/installation (when oil drained) 0.4 liters (0.42 US qts, 0.35 Imp. qts)
        Drive shaft removal/installation 0.4 liters (0.42 US qts, 0.35 Imp. qts)
      8. A011AAZ

        Install the gasket and temporarily tighten the refill plug.

        Tech Tips

        Because the refill plug will be removed again, the gasket can be reused at this time.

      9. Lower the vehicle.

    2. When refilling (small fill volume) *2


      1. A011AAZ

        Be sure that the vehicle remains level and lift the vehicle.

      2. Remove the refill plug and gasket.

      3. A011AL7

        Fill the specified volume of transmission fluid into the refill hole.

        Reference Capacity
        Related Procedure Fill Volume
        Oil cooler removal/installation or replacement 0.4 liters (0.42 US qts, 0.35 Imp. qts)
        Repair of oil seeping or oozing 0.4 liters (0.42 US qts, 0.35 Imp. qts)
      4. A011AAZ

        Install the gasket and temporarily tighten the refill plug.

        Tech Tips

        Because the refill plug will be removed again, the gasket can be reused at this time.

      5. Lower the vehicle.

  2. FLUID TEMPERATURE CHECK

    Note

    The fluid temperature can be confirmed by checking the indicator light in the meter or by using the intelligent tester. When using the intelligent tester, it is necessary to change to temperature detection mode in order to idle the vehicle appropriately.


    1. When using the intelligent tester


      1. Turn the ignition switch off.

      2. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

      3. Turn the ignition switch to ON.

      4. Turn the tester on.

      5. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data Test / A/T Oil Temperature 1.

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

    2. When not using the intelligent tester


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

    3. Start the engine.

      Note

      Check that electrical systems such as the air conditioning system, audio system and lighting system are off.

      Tech Tips

      Indicator lights of the meter blink to output DTCs when terminals TC and CG are connected.

    4. Slowly move the shift lever from P to B and back to P again.

      Tech Tips

      Hold the shift lever in each position for about 3 seconds.

    5. A0119OX

      Move the shift lever to D, and then continuously move the shift lever back and forth between N and D at a rate of 1 shift/1.5 seconds or faster for 6 seconds or more. This will activate the fluid temperature detection mode.

      Standard condition
      The indicator light (D) remains illuminated for 2 seconds and then turns off.

    6. Return the shift lever to P.

    7. The indicator light (D) remains off, illuminates, or blinks depending on the fluid temperature.

      Indicator Light (D)
      Remains OFF Illuminates Blinks
      Below 35 °C (95°F)

      35 °C (95 °F) to

      45 °C (113 °F)

      		 45 °C (113 °F) or higher
      Below proper temperature Proper temperature range Above proper temperature

    8. If the indicator remains off or illuminates, disconnect the TC terminal and perform the "Fluid Level Check".

      Note


      • If the TC terminal is not OFF (open), accurate fluid level adjustment is not possible, so be sure to disconnect this terminal.

      • If the TC terminal is not OFF (open), in some cases, the fluid temperature reading will immediately exceed the proper temperature for adjustment.

      • If the light is blinking, stop the engine, wait for the fluid temperature to decrease, and repeat the procedure from "Fluid Temperature Check".

  3. FLUID LEVEL CHECK


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      Idle the engine to warm it up, and ensure that the fluid temperature is correct.

    2. Lift the vehicle immediately after the indicator light (D) illuminates.

      Note

      Adjust the fluid level while the indicator light (D) is illuminated.

    3. A0118LF

      Use a socket hexagon wrench (6 mm) to remove the drain plug and gasket, and then check the fluid condition.

      Tech Tips


      • Check that the fluid flows out from the overflow tube.

      • If the volume of fluid that flows out is small, it is possible that fluid was remaining in the tube (about 5 cc (0.30512 cu in.)), so assume that there was no overflow.

    4. If the fluid overflows


      1. Wait until the steady flow slows to a trickle, and then use a socket hexagon wrench (6 mm) to install a new gasket and tighten the drain plug.

        Torque:
        40 N*m  { 408 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf }
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        Replace the refill plug with a new gasket and tighten the refill plug.

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

    5. If the fluid does not overflow


      1. A011AAZ

        Remove the refill plug and gasket.

      2. A011BTH

        Add fluid into the refill hole until it flows out from the overflow hole.

        Note

        This transmission requires Toyota Genuine CVT Fluid TC.

      3. Wait until the steady flow slows to a trickle, and then install a new gasket and tighten the drain plug.

        Torque:
        40 N*m  { 408 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf }
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      4. A011AAZ

        Install a new gasket and fully tighten the refill plug.

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

    6. Lower the vehicle.

    7. Turn the ignition switch off and disconnect the intelligent tester.

  4. INSPECT FOR CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE FLUID LEAK


    1. Clean the area and check for fluid leaks.