2007 toyota camry v6 transmission fluid dipstick location

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Checking the transmission fluid in your Toyota Camry should only take a few minutes. The Camry is Toyota's midsize sedan. Its transmission fluid should be checked as frequently as you change the motor oil. When checking the fluid, you will need to observe if the fluid is a red color. In the case the fluid is not red, you may need to have the transmission inspected by either a respected mechanic or the Toyota dealer.

Step 1

Start the car to let it warm up. Allow the car to run for five minutes. Shift the car through all the gears. Allow the car to shift into each gear before moving to the next gear. Move back to "Park" and turn the car off.

Step 2

Open the hood to access the engine compartment. Locate the transmission dipstick toward the side of the motor.

Step 3

Pull the dipstick out of the tube. Ensure you have the transmission dipstick and not the motor oil dipstick, which would have brown oil rather than red. Wipe the transmission dipstick clean with a clean towel. Insert the dipstick back in to the tube. Ensure that it is seated fully.

Step 4

Pull the dipstick out of the tube and check the level of the fluid against the markings on the dipstick. The dipstick will indicate if the level is full or if it needs fluid added.

Step 5

Place a funnel in the mouth of the transmission dipstick tube. Pour transmission fluid in half-quart intervals. Check the fluid level each time. Continue to fill until the level indicates full.

References

Aa1car: Checking your automatic transmission fluid
"Toyota Camry Haynes Repair Manual covering all 2002 thru 2006 models of Camry, Avalon, Solara and Lexus ES 300/330"; John Haynes; 2006

Tips

Consult your owner's manual for the correct type of automatic transmission fluid. The recommended type is Dexron II.

Things You'll Need

Clean towel
Dexron II automatic transmission fluid

Writer Bio

Gregory Crews has been in the film industry for three years and has appeared in more than 38 major motion pictures and 16 television shows. He also writes detailed automotive tutorials. His expertise in the automotive industry has given him the skills to write detailed technical instructional articles.

TSB REVISION NOTICE:

October 26, 2007: 2008 model year Avalon has been added to Applicable Vehicles.
Previous versions of this TSB should be discarded.

TSB UPDATE NOTICE:

The information contained in this TSB supersedes TSB No. TC011–06.
TSB No. TC011–06 is now obsolete and should be discarded.

This bulletin provides information on the proper automatic transaxle fluid fill and level
check procedures for 2007 – 2008 model year Camry V6 and 2008 model year Avalon
vehicles. Use the procedure below when checking automatic transaxle fluid level.

HINT:
For additional information including animations and video illustrations, please see the
Technical Training course E076: “Toyota ATF Level Inspection”.
NOTE:

Failure to properly adjust transaxle fluid can cause transaxle shifting issues or
damage to the automatic transaxle.

This procedure requires an additional 200 ml of ATF WS be added through the refill
hole AFTER the overflow plug has been reinstalled in step 7.

2007 – 2008 model year Camry (V6) vehicles equipped with the 2GR–FE engine

and

6–speed automatic transaxle.

2008 model year Avalon vehicles equipped with the 2GR–FE engine and 6–speed
automatic transaxle.

PREVIOUS PART NUMBER CURRENT PART NUMBER PART NAME QTY

00289–ATFWS Same ATF WS As Needed

OP CODE DESCRIPTION TIME OFP T1 T2

N/A Not Applicable to Warranty – – – –

TRANSMISSION & CLUTCH
Introduction
Applicable
Vehicles
Parts
Information
Warranty
Information
TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL

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REQUIRED EQUIPMENT SUPPLIER PART NUMBER QTY
TIS Techstream*

NOTE: Software version 2.11.004
or later is required.
ADE TSPKG1 1
* Essential SST.

NOTE:
Additional Techstream units may be ordered by calling Approved Dealer Equipment
(ADE) at 1–800–368–6787.
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS (SSTs) PART NUMBER QTY DRW**
Transmission Fill System*

NOTE:
All components from this kit/set are required.
00002–11100–02 1 –
* Essential SST.
** Drawer number in SST Storage System.

NOTE:
Additional SSTs may be ordered by calling SPX/OTC at 1-800-933-8335.

1. Check the ATF temperature.
A. Turn the ignition switch ON, engine OFF.
B. Using TIS Techstream, check the ATF temperature with the following menus:
ECT / Data List / AT Oil Temp 1.

NOTE:

Check that electrical systems such as the air conditioning system, audio system, and
lighting system are OFF.

If the fluid temperature is between 104 – 113°F (40 – 45°C), proceed to
step 2.

Recommended ATF temperature: 104

°F (40°C) or less

If the fluid temperature is ABOVE 113°F (45°C), see Note below.

NOTE:

If the fluid temperature is 113

°F (45°C) or MORE, turn the ignition switch OFF and wait
until the fluid temperature drops below 104°F (40°C).
Required
Tools &
Equipment
Inspection
Procedure
TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL – TC014-07 Revised August 11, 2007

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2. Connect the Transmission Fill System.
A. Remove the refill plug.
B. Attach the quick disconnect
transmission fill adapter to the
refill hole.
C. Confirm there is at LEAST 2 liters
of ATF WS in the reservoir.
3. Activate the fluid temperature detection mode.
A. Using TIS Techstream, perform TC and TE1 Active Test with the following menus:
ECT / Active Test / Connect TC & TE1.
Use the arrows to turn TC and TE1 Active Test ON.

NOTE:
The TC to TE1 Active Test can also be performed using the Diagnosis Check Wire
(SST P/N 09843–18040) or equivalent. Active Test ON connects terminals TC and TE1,
Active Test OFF disconnects terminals TC and TE1.

B. Depress and hold down the brake pedal.
C. Start the engine.
D. Slowly move the shift lever from “P” to “R” to “N” to “D,” then back to “P,” allowing
each gear to fully engage prior to moving to the next gear position.
E. While observing the “D” shift
indicator on the combination
meter, move the shift lever back
and forth between “N” and “D” at
an interval of 1.5 seconds, for
6 seconds or more.

Inspection
Procedure

(Continued)

Transmission Fill Adapter Connected to
Refill Hole
TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL

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F. Confirm that the “D” shift indicator comes on for 2 seconds when in the
“N” position.
G. Move the shift lever from “N” to “P”.
H. Release the brake pedal.
I. On TIS Techstream, press the arrow button to turn TC and TE1 Active Test OFF.

NOTE:
Be sure to turn terminals TC and TE1 OFF. If the terminals are ON, the fluid level
CANNOT be precisely adjusted due to fluctuations in idle speed.
HINT:

Turning terminals TC and TE1 OFF activates the engine idle speed control mode.

Even after terminals TC and TE1 are turned OFF, the fluid temperature detection
mode is active until the ignition switch is turned OFF.

4. Warm up the ATF to fluid check temperature.
With the engine idling in Park, allow the transmission to reach the fluid check
temperature of 104 to 113

°F (40 to 45°C).

BELOW FLUID CHECK
TEMPERATURE
FLUID CHECK TEMPERATURE
ABOVE FLUID CHECK
TEMPERATURE

104

°F or less
(40°C or less)
104 to 113°F
(40 to 45°C)
113°F or more
(45°C or more)

NOTE:

If the fluid temperature is within the fluid check temperature range, immediately
proceed to step 5, “Check the ATF fluid level”.

If the fluid temperature is 113°F (45°C) or more, turn OFF the engine and wait until
the fluid temperature drops to 104°F (40°C) or less, and then perform steps 2 and 3
again from the beginning.

HINT:

In the fluid temperature detection mode, the “D” shift indicator comes ON, goes OFF,
or blinks depending on the fluid temperature.
BELOW FLUID CHECK
TEMPERATURE
FLUID CHECK TEMPERATURE
ABOVE FLUID CHECK
TEMPERATURE

104

°F or less
(40°C or less)
104 to 113°F
(40 to 45°C)
113°F or more
(45°C or more)
OFF ON Blinks

Inspection
Procedure

(Continued)

TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL

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5. Check the ATF fluid level.

NOTE:
The fluid temperature MUST be between 104 and 113

°F (40 and 45°C) to accurately
check the fluid level.

A. Remove the overflow plug with
the engine idling (A/C OFF).

HINT:

Removing the overflow plug before
reaching fluid check temperature
makes it easier to confirm when fluid
starts coming out at a steady rate.

B. Check that the fluid comes out of the overflow tube.

If fluid does NOT come out, proceed to step 6, “Refill the transaxle’’.

If fluid comes out, wait until the overflow slows to a trickle and proceed to
step 7, “Complete the transaxle fluid level Inspection Procedure’’.
6. Refill the transaxle.
A. Remove the overflow plug and gasket.
B. Connect the transmission fill system pump and hose to the quick disconnect
adapter already connected to the refill hole.
C. Add ATF into the refill hole until ATF flows from the overflow tube.
D. Wait until the overflow slows to a trickle and proceed to the
“Complete the transaxle fluid level Inspection Procedure’’ procedure in step 7.
7. Complete the transaxle fluid level Inspection Procedure.
A. Install the overflow plug with a NEW gasket.
B. Add an additional 200 ml of ATF WS through the refill hole.
C. Stop the engine.
D. Install the refill plug with a NEW gasket.

Inspection
Procedure

(Continued)

Specified A/T
Fluid Level
Overflow
Tube

Where is the dipstick for the transmission fluid on a Toyota Camry?

Our research indicates that your vehicle does not have a transmission fluid dipstick. These types of transmissions are designed to be maintenance free. In order to check the transmission fluid, your vehicle likely has check valve on the bottom of the transmission on the bottom of your car.

Where is the transmission oil dipstick located?

Locate automatic transmission fluid dipstick, typically near where the transmission or transaxle meets rear of the engine. It looks similar to the oil dipstick.

Why is there no transmission dipstick?

If you have a late-model car, it may not have a dipstick for checking the transmission fluid. Not only does this make it difficult to check fluid level and condition, it also eliminates the dipstick tube or opening through that fluid is normally added to an automatic transmission.

toyota camry v6 transmission fluid dipstick location