Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF now approved for use in our trannies

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09-28-08, 07:45 AM

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Oh just to let everyone know Jeff is right; its the right (side)- fluid-line when you are looking at the car..
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Get an SUV jack so you can tilt the car more..to let more fluid out.

How does the car feel now after the switch to Mobil 1 synthetic ATF?

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09-28-08, 08:06 AM

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Shifts are smoother I notice that,but the downshift to one still has a jolt (slightly)

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09-28-08, 10:39 AM

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Ah, I hate smooth shifts. I like the shifts to be precise, quick, and firm. My new transmission is going to snap heads back on every shift

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10-15-08, 08:41 AM

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I like those headsnapping shifts but my 1st gear has a jolt sometimes? Is it the mounts?

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10-16-08, 12:59 AM

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I'll just stick with the Amsoil for my next flush and fill... I've been using Mobil1 ATF in my power steering system since I got the car however.

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12-13-08, 11:51 PM

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hi i was wondering if anyone got pics of where i should drain the tranny fluid out. dont want to get under the car and not finding where everythings at. thx

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12-13-08, 11:58 PM

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hi i was wondering if anyone got pics of where i should drain the tranny fluid out. dont want to get under the car and not finding where everythings at. thx

Its the oil pan that is behind the motor. Get under the car from the side and the tranny fluid pan is right there, u can't miss it. Good luck.

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12-14-08, 12:14 AM

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thank you very much. i just found what it looks like for gs400, is it the same thing for gs3?

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12-14-08, 07:00 AM

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Here's a transmission DIY link

If the bolt's head is imprinted with "TIV" (Type IV) that's the transmission drain bolt

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12-14-08, 08:03 AM

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I'll just stick with the Amsoil for my next flush and fill... I've been using Mobil1 ATF in my power steering system since I got the car however.

That's the same combination I have been using in my RX300. Works great.

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12-14-08, 06:27 PM

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thank for all the info. now that i know how to drain the fluid, is amsoil ART super shift good for my stock car? if so am i able to mix the amsoil and the original fluid(i think its the original toyota type IV since its black right now) together for a long period of time?

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