I need info on the changing of the transmission filter on a 2010 Vibe 2.4 Fwd, base model.
What is the fluid capacity?
Thanks
No, not on the Vibe. Have done it before on my pickup. The rate at which the fluid comes out is proportional to the engine RPM's. As to why I did not do this on the Vibe is because when you change the filter you are changing about half the transmission fluid. Toyota says the WS rated fluid is good for the life of the vehicle under normal driving conditions. I change my filter at ~50,000 miles and will do it again at 100,000 miles. To me it is the filter that will cause the problems and need to be changed. Fluid does break down but the filter will plug long before this happens and cause loss of oil flow, which will cause loss of pressure, which will cause fluid and transmission damage. Change the filter and use a full synthetic WS rated fluid will keep the fluid from overheating and being damaged with the transmission. The other reason is it is a lot of extra work and expense without a lot of gain to the life of the transmission. That is also why I have never done a power flush to a automatic transmission, I think they do more harm then good by stirring things up and plugging the filter. Change the filter and use full synthetic fluid, that is my opinion. Keep doing this and the fluid will get cycled out over time.HPilot wrote:I have read about taking off the trans oil cooler hose, once the new filter is installed and new fluid added then running the motor to drive the remaining old fluid out of the cooler.
Have you ever done this?