Materials required to change the automatic transmission oil in a Toyota Camry:
* Toyota T-IV or WS transmission oil (the amount depends on the capacity of the automatic transmission)
* Automatic transmission pan gasket
* Automatic transmission filter (if equipped)
* Sealing washers for pan bolts
* Measuring container for drained oil
* Funnel
* Keys, hexagons and screwdriver for removing the pan
Procedure for changing automatic transmission oil in Toyota Camry:
1. Preparation
* Warm up the car so that the oil becomes less thick.
* Park the car on a level surface and turn off the engine.
* Place a pan under the automatic transmission to drain the oil.
2. Drain old oil
* Unscrew the oil drain bolt from the automatic transmission pan.
* Allow the oil to drain completely.
* Measure the volume of drained oil.
3. Removing the automatic transmission pan
* Unscrew the bolts securing the automatic transmission pan.
* Carefully remove the tray.
* Clean the tray and magnet from metal shavings.
4. Replacing the automatic transmission filter
* If the vehicle is equipped with an external automatic transmission filter, remove it and install a new one.
5. Installing the automatic transmission pan
* Apply sealant to the new pan gasket.
* Place the gasket on the pan and secure it in place.
* Reinstall the pan and tighten the bolts to the recommended torque.
6. Filling with new oil
* Fill the automatic transmission with new oil in a volume equal to the amount drained.
*Use a funnel to prevent spills.
7. Checking the oil level
* Start the engine and let it idle.
* Shift the gear selector to all positions and return it to park mode.
* Check the oil level using the automatic transmission dipstick. The oil level should be between the «HOT» and «COLD» marks.
*Add oil if necessary.
8. Resetting the automatic transmission oil change counter
* If your car has an automatic transmission oil change counter, reset it. This is usually done using an OBD-II scanner.
9. Completion
* Drive the car for several kilometers to allow the drained oil to completely leave the system.
* Check the oil level again and add if necessary.
Notes:
* The automatic transmission oil change interval depends on operating conditions and is usually 60,000 — 100,000 km.
* It is recommended to use only gear oil recommended by the manufacturer.
* If the automatic transmission is subjected to high loads (towing, off-road driving), the oil change interval may be shortened.