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2005 Toyota Camry: When Should I Change The Transmission Fluid?
By 
Marty Padgett, Executive Editor
Q--I own a 2005 Camry with a four-cylinder engine and automatic transmission. The car has 15,000 miles on it. At what time do I need to change the transmission fluid? The owner's manual says to check it at 30,000 miles. The dealer at the 15,000 mile maintenance check says it is not red any more and it should be flushed.
When checking the transmission dipstick I did notice that the fluid is just a bit darker red, but it is clearly red. The fluid on the dipstick was not black or brown. How red or not red must the transmission fluid be before it must be changed?
A--First off, the color of the fluid isn’t much of an indicator anymore. Both oil and transmission fluid darken rather quickly nowadays. I would certainly check the fluid level regularly. I would also sniff it for any signs of scorching, a sure sign that it should be changed. But my rule of thumb is to change it every 50,000 miles. Of course, doing it more often hurts nothing but your budget.
Comments (3 total)
Don't get 'flushed'
By Randy Brush | Posted: 27/8/2008
Your dealer is lying. My Lexus dealer lied to me at 15,000 miles too. Pure and simple. Follow your manual. Check this out: http://www.thecarconnection.com/article/1008972_mechanics-tale-the-flushing-of-america
Just getting a 92 Toyota Camry
By Jennifer | Posted: 30/8/2008
They put in a new engine, runs great, great deal, told very good on gas. It's an older car with new engine and extras that the owner had on before the trade in so it has only 60k miles with the new engine and new brakes, tires etc. What should I expect from this car in terms of gas, changing oil, mileage, parts etc. and repairs. How long for tires and such. Haven't bought a car in a while I use a motorcycle but need a car now. Dealership deal, and so forth. Anything else I should know? I pick up on Wednesday first week of September. Thanks.
Valvoline Max life or Toyota fluid?
By Harris Statema | Posted: 1/9/2008
Val Max life is rated for T$, can I use it or do I need to only use Toyota fluid. Who makes the Toyota fluid? 2006 Toyota Sienna
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