Never changed Transmission fluid 2008 162,000 miles

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  1. TarasPrius

    TarasPrius New Member

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    My gf doesn’t know if she changed the transmission fluid on her 2008 with 162,000 miles. Should I go get it change or will that just mess it up as it? Please help. Thanks!
     
    #1 TarasPrius, Mar 27, 2022
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    get it changed, use original WS fluid from Toyota. Don't use any generic fluid
     
    #2 JC91006, Mar 27, 2022
  3. Stevewoods

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    Is she the original owner? Either way, I would create an free account on the official Toyota owners Web site
    Welcome to Toyota Owners

    You will need the VIN number. Once you have an account you will have access to all service done on the car by Toyota dealers (which may show a fluid change), as well as any recalls that NEED to be done (as well as any that HAVE been done). This includes past owners, if any.

    If you grab a CarFax on the car (about $40 at CARFAX™ - Shop, Buy, Own, & Sell Used Cars), you will find many independent auto mechanics are tied into CarFax and you may find some history from independent shops.
     
    #3 Stevewoods, Mar 27, 2022
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    When there’s doubt, there is no doubt, that’s the first thing they taught me.

    Easy to drain and fill DIY according to most folks here or even at the dealer for not much cash. Will probably last the remaining 100k miles life of the car.
     
    #4 Another, Mar 28, 2022
  5. Mendel Leisk

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    Yeah, at this point, once'n done’ll do it.
     
    #5 Mendel Leisk, Mar 28, 2022
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