Materials for changing the oil in an automatic transmission Toyota Caldina:
* Automatic transmission oil (ATF type specified in the user manual)
* New automatic transmission filter
* Automatic transmission pan gasket
* Washers for drain and filler plugs
Tools:
* Wrenches or ratchet with socket set
* Funnel
*Measuring cup or dipstick
* Rags
* Small magnetic tray
Instructions for changing the oil in a Toyota Caldina automatic transmission:
1. Preparation:
* Warm up the engine and check the oil level in the automatic transmission with the engine running and shifting between all gears.
* Raise the car on a lift or place it on jacks.
* Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery.
2. Draining old oil:
* Determine the location of the automatic transmission pan.
* Install a small magnetic pan under the automatic transmission pan to collect leaking oil and metal shavings.
* Loosen the drain plug on the automatic transmission pan and drain the oil into the pan.
* Allow the oil to drain completely.
3. Replacing the automatic transmission filter:
* Remove the automatic transmission pan by unscrewing the bolts.
* Remove the old automatic transmission filter.
* Clean the surface of the pan from old gasket material and metal shavings.
* Install a new automatic transmission filter.
* Install a new automatic transmission pan gasket.
4. Filling with new oil:
* Fill the automatic transmission with new oil through the dipstick hole.
* The amount of oil poured must correspond to the volume of drained oil (plus or minus 0.5 liters).
5. Checking the oil level:
* Start the engine and let it idle.
* Shift between all gears, holding each gear for a few seconds.
* Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. It should be between the “HOT” and “COLD” marks on the dipstick.
6. Final check:
* Tighten the drain and fill plugs.
* Reset the battery terminal to reset the automatic transmission adaptive settings.
* Start the engine and check for smooth gear shifting.
Notes:
* It is recommended to change the oil in the Toyota Caldina automatic transmission every 60,000-100,000 kilometers or every 2-3 years.
*Only use ATF oil specified in the owner’s manual.
*Do not overfill or add oil.
* Be sure to tighten the plugs to the torque specified in the service manual.