Need help with transmission fluid for Altis 1.6 (2015)

[muhammadharis1]

No question.

[mohsin-212]

Yes change it immediately!!! Remove dipstick and look for the correct ATF for your txn. Or just take a clear photo of dipstick and share here

[mohsin-212]

Most probably it will be T-IV or WS

[muhammadharis1]

I just checked the dipstick, WS is visible on it. Can you please tell me if there will be any serious implications of it? Because I won't drive the car until Monday as I'll get it changed from Toyota Rawal Motors in Rawalpindi on Monday.

[sleeper]

If u haven't driven much then it should be ok.
Dont drive further until you change to correct type of fluid

And smack that mechanic pls.

[muhammadharis1]

Yeah, just have to drive for 90km to get to Toyota Showroom, that's it. Will that be fine?

[anon35615524]

Toyota CVTF TC (Japnese one in Silver can). The mechanic said this would be fine so he changed it.

the recommended fluid is ATF WS for Altis 1.6.

INNA LILLAHI WAINNA ELAIHI RAJEUUN...

The mechanic poured CVTF in an automatic transmission gearbox, which only requires a compatible ATF to be poured in it.

I can only pray for that mechanic.

Either he was ignorant and did not know what he was doing? or, he did it intentionally to have his labour charges (at the cost of OP's vehicle, gearbox, etc.)

If he was ignorant, then he should not have taken up this task.

And if he knew that it is not right to put CVTF in AT, then its a criminal activity.

In any of these cases, he should be held accountable.

[anon35615524]

Can anyone let me know if this would be big problem?

YES Dear. It can be a big problem.

Automatic Transmission (AT), and Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) are 02 totally different types of transmissions, and accordingly, they need different fluids, exclusively designed and specific to them.

You do not pour CVTF in an AT car, or ATF in a CVT car.

That newly poured CVTF would have immediately mixed with the ATF already present in the transmission, Torque Converter, etc. and I fear, now complete flushing of transmission fluid is required.

Simple drain and fill will not work now, or prove effective.

If so the shall I get it replaced again immediately?

YES. You may have it changed ASAP, and complete flushing.

I pray that your transmission is saved, and becomes as good as it was before all this mess.

I hope, all above helps. Thank you.

[anon35615524]

Dear do not worry now.

What has been done, is done, and cannot be reversed / undone.

Just pray that no bad happens any further, and you are saved from any future damage.

[uzeemujeeb]

do not panic mate. 1st check the transmission code over the vehicle ID plate silver plate in trunk. check the code google that and see which type of fluid is required for it. in case it is wrong type you need to drain completely through the pump. after drain you will need approx 9 liters of transmission fluid.

following method is adopted number of times since reading., never had any trouble.

Toyota Altis Grande CVT Fluid Change ( Transmission code K313 )

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time to Change ATF fluid & Transmission Filter Now. use the pump method to change approx 7 ~ 9 liters of ATF in the Auto transmission. Drain the atf using plug, open the Transmission sump and replace filter [ or get it cleaned using petrol for pressure cleaning ] - put sump back be careful for the sump gaskit. Use a clean big funnel and insert it over atf filler hole. Remove 1 ( one only ) atf cooling line from radiator bottom to drain in a tub Top up funnel with fresh ATF Start the en…

[muhammadharis1]

Just 2 more questions.

1: Can a local mechanic drain the whole fluid or I have to take it Toyota Service & Maintenance point?
2: In case if it's only possible in the showroom, then will it be ok to drive for 90km in order to get to the nearest showroom?

Thanks for all your replies & will be equally thankful for this one as well.

[anon35615524]

I think a local mechanic can also do this job, provided he is competent enough, and has proper tools to do the job, and not some Jugaaru program.

[capsat]

@muhammadharis1 you can view the you tube for DIY fluid change. No need to drive 90 kms, or visit lucy class mechanic. From this forum you can print out about fluid spec and diy transmission fluid change point and perform it at home.

or you can visit a workshop with tools and guide them to work under your instructions, only.

[uzeemujeeb]