Called my local toyo dealer today and they said that they don't sell the type IV tranny fluid by the quart. They have a comparable one that is a type III?? Doesn't make sense, the type IV is only available in 50 gal drums?? Where can I get this type IV tranny fluid, since I only need about 4qts from my understanding. I am doing this for the first time since my GS400 just turned 30000 miles.
Thanks,
Dean

 

You need to call Lexus dealer and if you just drain and fill, you just need 2 qts.

 

Hi Dean,

Knowing you to be a "keep it fine" kind of guy, you'll be doing this again and knowing you've got a garage with some extra space, order up a case of T-IV from Champion Gulf-Freeway Toyota in Houston. They have a great price and ship fluids. I've posted their number in several other posts recently so you should be able to find it or Google it.

George

 

Thanks George. It's good to here from you.
Thanks for the help
Dean

 

As an FYI, the T-IV is backwards compatible with a T-III application. However, T-III is NOT compatible for use in a T-IV application. Suprised your Toyota dealership didnt' have the T-IV in quarts.

Anyways, looks like Carpe Diem has a good source for you--if I were you, I'd go w/ the case as well to save on future costs. And as VVTi said, it's only 2 quarts per drain and refill, so a case should last you 6 drain and refills.

By the way, where in Washington do you live? If you live in the Seattle area, Burien Toyota (west of Renton)sells the T-IV for $3.79 per quart, about the lowest around, as other Toyota/Lexus dealerships charge $6.95/quart.

 

Just ordered Type IV fluid from Georges place in Texas. $34.56 Plus shipping for a case....
Thanks Guys,
Dean

 

That's a great price for Toyota T-IV ATF fluid! $2.88 per quart, can't beat that. However, once you add in shipping, it bumps it up a little