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Toyota corolla 1997 1.8 dx automatic transmission fulid dirty and any recommendation for care?

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#1

? Corolla 1997 transmission dirty

#2

Have it changed. I guess that is the answer you want.

#3

And have the filter changed if it has one. Make sure Toyota - compatible fluid is used.

#4

This might be helpful.

http://www.agcoauto.com/content/news/p2_articleid/345

Be sure to click on the link included on “proper service” and read that too.

#5

Hmmm…wonder how he knows the fluid is dirty if he doesn’t have a dipstick??

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#6

Why would he NOT have a dipstick? Sealed transmissions from Toyota didn’t appear until about 2005.

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#7

Uh, I was being sarcastic…

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#8

My Corolla does have dipstick.When i check the transmission fulid its black. What should i do?

#9

DO NOT FLUSH, under any circumstances! Have the fluid and filter changed by dropping the pan and cleaning it out,. Have this done by a reputable independent shop, not a chain such as Cottman or AAMCO.

Cost should be about $135 or so.

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