How do you change transmission oil on a 2007 Toyota RAV4?

Answer 1

You will need:

-Drain Pan

-10mm Hex Wrench/Socket

-4 Quarts of Toyota Genuine ATF WS

-New Gasket & Filter

-Funnel

-Rags

First, you must locate the Transmission Fluid dipstick and drain plug. On the 2007 Rav4, the drain plug is located under the plastic guard underneath the truck on the driver side.

Secondly, once you drain all the transmission fluid, remove the bolts (17-18 bolts) on the transmission pan. Pry the pan loose. Be very careful not to bend the pan. Clean the magnets and put them back in their original location. Reinstall the new filter and put the new gasket on the pan and reinstall the bolts back in.

Then, once you accomplish all of the above, use the funnel and add 3 quarts of the new transmission fluid through the dipstick tube. (Don't want to start putting all 4 quarts in til you see the correct level.) Start the car and continously check the level on the dipstick. Put your foot on the brakes and cycle each gear about 3 seconds between each shift.

Finally, once the above is accomplished, with your car in idle, check the level on the dipstick again. Make sure the fluid level is close to HOT lines on the dipstick. Pay attention closely and do not overfill.

After driving about 10 miles down the road, with the car in park and idling re-check it again to ensure it is where it needs to be on the dipstick.