Good afternoon guys. My Corolla 2010, bought 3 years ago ( Toks from Apapa ) the car is serving me good and everything still running smoothly, good gear selection, low fuel consumption and all. In short, I'm enjoying it. Since I have been using it I never had any issues with it I only change engine oil and filter that is all. Last week I went to change my engine oil again then I asked my mechanic to check the gear oil because I have never see what's in there ever since I bought it. He checked and advice me to top up it because it's still neat or I should change it. But from the from the gauge's cap, its written there, it shouldn't be changed so here I'm very confused on what to do.
Please I need contribution on this from those you bought their car Tokunbo, how long before you ever tampered with the gear oil? I'd prefer contributions from those who is using Toyota corolla 2010 or any.

It's not an emergency because everything still running smoothly, I'm not worry but just that I wanna know when gear oil should be changed. My car is 3years and 6 months today.

Thanks guys

IranianSea:
Good afternoon guys. My Corolla 2010, bought 3 years ago ( Toks from Apapa ) the car is serving me good and everything still running smoothly, good gear selection, low fuel consumption and all. In short, I'm enjoying it. Since I have been using it I never had any issues with it I only change engine oil and filter that is all. Last week I went to change my engine oil again then I asked my mechanic to check the gear oil because I have never see what's in there ever since I bought it. He checked and advice me to top up it because it's still neat or I should change it. But from the from the gauge's cap, its written there, it shouldn't be changed so here I'm very confused on what to do.
Please I need contribution on this from those you bought their car Tokunbo, how long before you ever tampered with the gear oil? I'd prefer contributions from those who is using Toyota corolla 2010 or any.

It's not an emergency because everything still running smoothly, I'm not worry but just that I wanna know when gear oil should be changed. My car is 3years and 6 months today.

Thanks guys

Trouble sleep yanga wan go wake am, you better leave it as it is.

sunnymighty:


Trouble sleep yanga wan go wake am, you better leave it as it is.

I can decode that. Thanks bro

There is oil specification to every gear, most Corolla use Tiv..so don't ever top it, if it's short, better buy the recommended one.. it cost but make sure you buy the one..make sure your your technician is good at it because it has mode and method of application..👌👌💯..best of luck...quote author=IranianSea post=120286474]Good afternoon guys. My Corolla 2010, bought 3 years ago ( Toks from Apapa ) the car is serving me good and everything still running smoothly, good gear selection, low fuel consumption and all. In short, I'm enjoying it. Since I have been using it I never had any issues with it I only change engine oil and filter that is all. Last week I went to change my engine oil again then I asked my mechanic to check the gear oil because I have never see what's in there ever since I bought it. He checked and advice me to top up it because it's still neat or I should change it. But from the from the gauge's cap, its written there, it shouldn't be changed so here I'm very confused on what to do.
Please I need contribution on this from those you bought their car Tokunbo, how long before you ever tampered with the gear oil? I'd prefer contributions from those who is using Toyota corolla 2010 or any.

It's not an emergency because everything still running smoothly, I'm not worry but just that I wanna know when gear oil should be changed. My car is 3years and 6 months today.

Thanks guys[/quote]

Don't drain ...engage a professional to be sure it needs topping

Emmy000seun:
There is oil specification to every gear, most Corolla use Tiv..so don't ever top it, if it's short, better buy the recommended one.. it cost but make sure you buy the one..make sure your your technician is good at it because it has mode and method of application..👌👌💯..best of luck

Thanks so much. I'm sure he is because I have never do something like this before. I will do some findings. Thanks once again

Changed every 2/3 years ....every 30k miles.

It is clearly stated that there's no need to replace your ATF under normal driving conditions. Pls don't look for trouble where there's none.

U should even change that your mechanic, instead of Changing that oil.

senator2k9:
It is clearly stated that there's no need to replace your ATF under normal driving conditions. Pls don't look for trouble where there's none.

U should even change that your mechanic, instead of Changing that oil.

^^^
The question is: are his driving conditions normal?

He may be driving on a time bomb without knowing it.

The owners manual is the first guide but local driving conditions will decide what he should do.

If he is constantly driving in heavy traffic e.g. Lagos style traffic then a drain and refill may actually be overdue. Only an inspection by a good technician will settle this.

IranianSea:
Good afternoon guys. My Corolla 2010, bought 3 years ago ( Toks from Apapa ) the car is serving me good and everything still running smoothly, good gear selection, low fuel consumption and all. In short, I'm enjoying it. Since I have been using it I never had any issues with it I only change engine oil and filter that is all. Last week I went to change my engine oil again then I asked my mechanic to check the gear oil because I have never see what's in there ever since I bought it. He checked and advice me to top up it because it's still neat or I should change it. But from the from the gauge's cap, its written there, it shouldn't be changed so here I'm very confused on what to do.
Please I need contribution on this from those you bought their car Tokunbo, how long before you ever tampered with the gear oil? I'd prefer contributions from those who is using Toyota corolla 2010 or any.

It's not an emergency because everything still running smoothly, I'm not worry but just that I wanna know when gear oil should be changed. My car is 3years and 6 months today.

Thanks guys

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Post the picture of the car

Sirchiboy:
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Post the picture of the car

Like seriously, the picture?

Sirchiboy:
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Post the picture of the car

What for?

IranianSea:
Good afternoon guys. My Corolla 2010, bought 3 years ago ( Toks from Apapa ) the car is serving me good and everything still running smoothly, good gear selection, low fuel consumption and all. In short, I'm enjoying it. Since I have been using it I never had any issues with it I only change engine oil and filter that is all. Last week I went to change my engine oil again then I asked my mechanic to check the gear oil because I have never see what's in there ever since I bought it. He checked and advice me to top up it because it's still neat or I should change it. But from the from the gauge's cap, its written there, it shouldn't be changed so here I'm very confused on what to do.
Please I need contribution on this from those you bought their car Tokunbo, how long before you ever tampered with the gear oil? I'd prefer contributions from those who is using Toyota corolla 2010 or any.

It's not an emergency because everything still running smoothly, I'm not worry but just that I wanna know when gear oil should be changed. My car is 3years and 6 months today.

Thanks guys

I have this same corolla for my wife.

My advice is: Check/gauge the gear oil and see if it's short of the recommended mark on the dip stick. (Put the car in Reverse, and hold the break while the mechanic is checking/gauging it)

If it is short, buy exactly the gear oil written on the stick (you will see something like WS).

Please don't drain and refill. Just top up with the recommended gear oil.


Feel free to contact me whenever you have questions

IranianSea:
Good afternoon guys. My Corolla 2010, bought 3 years ago ( Toks from Apapa ) the car is serving me good and everything still running smoothly, good gear selection, low fuel consumption and all. In short, I'm enjoying it. Since I have been using it I never had any issues with it I only change engine oil and filter that is all. Last week I went to change my engine oil again then I asked my mechanic to check the gear oil because I have never see what's in there ever since I bought it. He checked and advice me to top up it because it's still neat or I should change it. But from the from the gauge's cap, its written there, it shouldn't be changed so here I'm very confused on what to do.
Please I need contribution on this from those you bought their car Tokunbo, how long before you ever tampered with the gear oil? I'd prefer contributions from those who is using Toyota corolla 2010 or any.

It's not an emergency because everything still running smoothly, I'm not worry but just that I wanna know when gear oil should be changed. My car is 3years and 6 months today.

Thanks guys

No harm changing your gear oil as long as you use recommended one

I once changed my gear oil sometimes last year

Changing gear oil is just like that of engine oil as your mechanic will change oil filter as well.

lonelydora:


I have this same corolla for my wife.

My advice is: Check/gauge the gear oil and see if it's short of the recommended mark on the dip stick. (Put the car in Reverse, and hold the break while the mechanic is checking/gauging it)

If it is short, buy exactly the gear oil written on the stick (you will see something like WS).

Please don't drain and refill. Just top up with the recommended gear oil.


Feel free to contact me whenever you have questions

Thanks. I bought a liter of it last week and I'm scared to make the next move never some are saying I should drain it and refill while you said I shouldn't. Please can I chat you up on WhatsApp? I will request a chat with you via email so that we can share Whatsapp number and communicate better. Thanks once again brother.

IranianSea:

Thanks. I bought a liter of it last week and I'm scared to make the next move never some are saying I should drain it and refill while you said I shouldn't. Please can I chat you up on WhatsApp? I will request a chat with you via email so that we can share Whatsapp number and communicate better. Thanks once again brother.

Contact me on kalutobest@yahoo.com

sunnymighty:


Trouble sleep yanga wan go wake am, you better leave it as it is.

OP , please ignore this very terrible advise. Your transmission fluid is meant to be changed every 30,000 miles or 2 years together with its transmission filter. Use Genuine Toyota Transmission Fluid Type WS only.

lonelydora:


I have this same corolla for my wife.

My advice is: Check/gauge the gear oil and see if it's short of the recommended mark on the dip stick. (Put the car in Reverse, and hold the break while the mechanic is checking/gauging it)

If it is short, buy exactly the gear oil written on the stick (you will see something like WS).

Please don't drain and refill. Just top up with the recommended gear oil.


Feel free to contact me whenever you have questions

Boss, you don’t top up or flush transmission fluid. You drain and refill

My one cent contribution, I have a 2005 Highlander limited with the 13 pin gearbox and got all kinds of advise never to change the transmission fluid but got to YouTube and found out there is nothing wrong in changing the transmission fluid infact it's highly recommended. Long story shot I changed the fluid along with the filter and over 7months now it still rides smoothly and changes without me noticing.

kingreign:


Boss, you don’t top up or flush transmission fluid. You drain and refill

Well said

"My car is 3years and 6 months today"
NB: You car is 13 years old. Probably over 150k miles or 241k kilometers.
Check you glove compartment to see if the previous owner had maintenance records there to know when he last changed the gear oil.
But if you have used it for 3 years then you likely would have done close to 30k miles.
To have peace of mind. Get your recommended Toyota gear oil (it might be expensive but cheaper on the long run). Pls do not use mobile or any other.
Drain and refill.

senator2k9:
It is clearly stated that there's no need to replace your ATF under normal driving conditions. Pls don't look for trouble where there's none.

U should even change that your mechanic, instead of Changing that oil.

Which tokunbo its a used car ,probably driven by arabs,b3 it got here. Better change the oil.ode

I just got this for Corolla 09

IranianSea:
Good afternoon guys. My Corolla 2010, bought 3 years ago ( Toks from Apapa ) the car is serving me good and everything still running smoothly, good gear selection, low fuel consumption and all. In short, I'm enjoying it. Since I have been using it I never had any issues with it I only change engine oil and filter that is all. Last week I went to change my engine oil again then I asked my mechanic to check the gear oil because I have never see what's in there ever since I bought it. He checked and advice me to top up it because it's still neat or I should change it. But from the from the gauge's cap, its written there, it shouldn't be changed so here I'm very confused on what to do.
Please I need contribution on this from those you bought their car Tokunbo, how long before you ever tampered with the gear oil? I'd prefer contributions from those who is using Toyota corolla 2010 or any.

It's not an emergency because everything still running smoothly, I'm not worry but just that I wanna know when gear oil should be changed. My car is 3years and 6 months today.

Thanks guys

There is absolutely nothing wrong with changing the automatic transmission oil on your car's gearbox. ABSOLUTELY NOTHING!!!

Auto transmissions also require fluid change after periodic use and mileage prompt service intervals. All vehicle manufacturers recommend a service interval specific to all makes and models and there's always a manual booklet to guide you on when to do so in the car's service booklet.

Most transmission service intervals are between 60,000 to 90,000miles and less frequent than the engine oil change.

Typical transmission oil change on Toyota cars of your cars age group is 60k miles.

The current mileage on the car odometer too should be considered if already higher than 60k miles. If less than 60k mile, consider changing it soon based on its age.

CAUTION!!!
This is not a job for the novice mechanic thats why mix ups easily occur. Its not the same as changing engine oils too. A lot of patience and understanding of the skill required will save you a lot if headaches. It must be handled by a very experienced auto technician.

CAUTION!!!
Make sure the recommended oil is used. In you own case the toyota recommend transmission oil (Toyota WS) and the transmission is fully cold prior to draining the oil.

CAUTION!!!
Continued operation of your vehicle without oil change would result in catastrophic failure of the transmission.

On the other hand, topping up must be with the recommended Toyota WS transmission oil. Tranny oil changes on the Corolla 2010 would require approx 6-7 liters and Just make sure its bought by you. Also supervise this job to make sure that due procedures are applied as advised here then check for leaks from sump cover, drain bolt, drive shaft oil seals etc.

Please ignore those who are advising that you shouldn't service your car tranny.

Car-doctor

https://www.nairaland.com/8065335/maintenance-tips-toyota-cars

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cardoctor:


There is absolutely nothing wrong with changing the automatic transmission oil on your car's gearbox. ABSOLUTELY NOTHING!!!

Auto transmissions also require fluid change after periodic use and mileage prompt service intervals. All vehicle manufacturers recommend a service interval specific to all makes and models and there's always a manual booklet to guide you on when to do so in the car's service booklet.

Most transmission service intervals are between 60,000 to 90,000miles and less frequent than the engine oil change.

Typical transmission oil change on Toyota cars of your cars age group is 60k miles.

The current mileage on the car odometer too should be considered if already higher than 60k miles. If less than 60k mile, consider changing it soon based on its age.

CAUTION!!!
This is not a job for the novice mechanic thats why mix ups easily occur. Its not the same as changing engine oils too. A lot of patience and understanding of the skill required will save you a lot if headaches. It must be handled by a very experienced auto technician.

CAUTION!!!
Make sure the recommended oil is used. In you own case the toyota recommend transmission oil (Toyota WS) and the transmission is fully cold prior to draining the oil.

CAUTION!!!
Continued operation of your vehicle without oil change would result in catastrophic failure of the transmission.

On the other hand, topping up must be with the recommended Toyota WS transmission oil. Tranny oil changes on the Corolla 2010 would require approx 6-7 liters and Just make sure its bought by you. Also supervise this job to make sure that due procedures are applied as advised here then check for leaks from sump cover, drain bolt, drive shaft oil seals etc.

Please ignore those who are advising that you shouldn't service your car tranny.

Car-doctor

https://www.nairaland.com/8065335/maintenance-tips-toyota-cars

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If you missed changing your transmission fluid and it crosses 90k miles, just don't change it again, you will start what you will not e able to finish.