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Aug 27, 2007 | 10:08 AM

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Hey Guys,What's the right way to check the ATF Fluid level on a 99' GS4?With the engine ON or OFF??? Or someone please give me the repair manual procedures,THANKS.

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Aug 27, 2007 | 10:22 AM

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Drive around for about 10 minutes and then park your car while the engine is running. Check the fluid at the HOT level. Fill accordingly.

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Aug 27, 2007 | 04:48 PM

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^yup. maybe even longer than 10 minutes for it to get nice and hot.

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Aug 28, 2007 | 08:19 AM

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Thanks guys,one more ? How many Quarts(ATF) do i need to change out the old fluids?I just came back from toyota dealer with 5 Quarts of ATF(That all they had for now),How many drain and Fill do i have to do? Thanks again.

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Aug 28, 2007 | 08:36 AM

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Thanks guys,one more ? How many Quarts(ATF) do i need to change out the old fluids?I just came back from toyota dealer with 5 Quarts of ATF(That all they had for now),How many drain and Fill do i have to do? Thanks again.

a drain and refill takes about 2 and 1/8 quarts for me. make sure you use toyota type 4 fluid.

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Aug 28, 2007 | 02:06 PM

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most importantly, make sure your car is parked at level grounds when checking your fluid level...may sound basic but important.

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Sep 2, 2007 | 08:38 PM

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3 qts should be good enough.. make sure not to overfill it because some costly repairs might just pop up.. so make sure.. good luck!

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