Toyota recommends changing the album transmission fluid in your 1991 Toyota Celica GTS every 30,000 miles (48000km). The fluid lubricates all the gears and remainder of the Stirring components inside the transmission. Over future, the fluid loses its useful properties, hindering Correct method of the gears. Changing your Toyota transmission fluid reqularly not one aids in the functioning of internal components however further extends the assistance duration of your Celica's transmission. With a allot of habitual tools, you can withdraw and refill the fluid transmission yourself.
Instructions
Draining the Old Fluid from the Transmission
1. Manage your Celica for approximately 20 minutes so the transmission oil reaches operating temperature.
2. Field your van on alike ground and lift the rear and front of the vehicle with a floor jack and cornerstone it with two jack stands at the front and two jack stands at the rear. Produce undeniable the motorcar is steady. This Testament let you office under the van and common the vehicle so the distinct transmission fluid is at the exactly aligned.
3. Place the filler plug on the left-hand side of the transmission, later to the phone housing. Unfasten the filler plug with a 24 mm box-end wrench. Remove the plug and the gasket underneath. Thoroughly clean the filler hole and filler plug with a lint-free shop rag.
4. Check the transmission for oil leaks.
Move the drain pan out of the way after draining the oil and wipe clean the area around the drain hole and threads with a lint-free shop rag. Clean the drain plug and threads with the rag as well and replace the plug finger-tight after draining all the oil. Tighten the drain plug with the 24 mm box-end wrench.
Refilling the Transmission with New Fluid
6. Pump 2.5 liters of Dexron III automatic transmission fluid (ATF) through the filler hole using a hand siphon pump. Check the oil level by inserting your finger through the filler hole. The oil should reach the lower edge of the filler hole. Add more oil if necessary.
7. Replace the filler plug along with a new gasket finger-tight. Tighten the filler plug with the 24 mm box-end wrench.
8. Lift the rear and front of your Celica with the floor jack, remove the jack stands and lower the car.
9. Test drive your Toyota.
10. Locate the transmission drain plug toward the rear and bottom right of the case. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug and unfasten the plug with a 24 mm box-end wrench.5.
