Im gonna switch over in my 4runner today. I did check Valvoline Maxlife ATF but the specs indicate viscosity is outside the specs of the Toyota WS. Learn about ATF from the first 2-Speed Toyoglide in 1959 to the latest AGA0E 10-Speed transmission in 2017. I will see how it goes as I get more mileage. Discuss towing, modifications, and more. Replaced with Valvoline MaxLife Synthetic ATF. Drives fine. :) also it synthetic fluid. MaxLife will be certainly be a cheaper alternative than WS. Toyota really should have a certification program like Mopar, GM and Ford have for their ATFs. The reason I used a 'clear' plastic hose is because when you start the car, you can see when the oil starts turning red, when being pumped out of the torque converter. Plenty of Subaru owners found out the hard way. However, Castrol Transmax Full Synthetic Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid is OEM certified by Aisin as meeting JWS 3324 specificiation. i'll probably go 30k on it at least, if not 50k+. The first order from 'Toyota of North Miami Parts' was completely beat to hell, the Toyota box was wrapped in plastic to keep it together and the spouts were folded into the containers and many of them were leaking. Developed to help prevent leaks, maximize transmission performance, reduce transmission wear, and maintain smooth shifting longer than conventional fluids. So Penrite it is. Also added a Magnefine inline ATF filter. That is OEM cerfification just like the example you gave of Aisin's own JWS 3324 product. Older 4 speed AW and JATCO transmissions get the blue bottle MaxLife, since they spec Type IV/Nissanmatic D, and anecdotally shifted better in my fleet. Well done! Toyota WS Volvo 1161521, 1161540, STD 1273.41, 97340 VW TL52162, LT71141 ZF TE -ML 14B, 16L, 17C ZF Lifeguardfluid 8 *Please note that legislation in California prohibits Valvoline from recommending MaxLife™ ATF in certain applications where the viscometrics of MaxLife™ ATF do not match those of the official OEM specification. Older 4 speed AW and JATCO transmissions get the blue bottle MaxLife, since they spec Type IV/Nissanmatic D, and anecdotally shifted better in my fleet. curious on the horror stories - I'd have to imagine they didn't do something right if something's not working. Castrol Transmax Full Synthetic Multi-Vehicle ATF. I drove my car 100 miles after my first drain/fill and did it again. Transmission 09G T-IV Toyota WS MaxLife ATF Trasmission 02E SLF Part number G-052-182-A2 Transmission 09L, 09E(2004-2005), 09E (2006 with 8 cylinder engine) SLF Part number G-055-005-A2 MaxLife ATF Transmission 09E (2006 with 12 cylinder engine) SLF Part number G-055-162-A6 Others AE MaxLife ATF 1995 Cabriolet 90 with 097 transmission AF2 DEXRON II MaxLife ATF, MERCON … 1 … Go to page. This topic has come up some much that we are all blue in the face. Just talked to the rep it good for our vans that us WS ATF can Valvoline MAX Life ATF been aproved by Toyota!! RAV4.3 Third Generation (2006-2012 Models), http://www.aftonchemical.com/Insight/KnowledgeCtr/Research_Trends/Documents/ATFspreads.pdf, https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...e-get-it-out-of-your-transmission-now.331521/, http://content.valvoline.com/pdf/maxlife_atf.pdf, https://www.redlineoil.com/product.aspx?pid=51&pcid=7, https://www.amsoil.com/lit/databulletins/g3110.pdf, http://www.rav4world.com/forums/newreply.php?do=newreply&p=836557, https://r56hs.com/2016/02/15/diaqueen-sae90-gear-oil-mz320345-oil-test/, https://www.redlineoil.com/product.aspx?pid=115&pcid=7, http://www.kd5byb.net/Tundra/ATF WS MSDS1.pdf, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 901, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada, rav4world.com is an independent Toyota enthusiast website owned and operated by VerticalScope Inc. Your approach to drop the pan, clean up that area, THEN do the flush seems very logical. No sale at Repco, Supercheap or Autobarn now. One particular formulation kept coming up as I read about what others used – Valvoline Max Life ATF: Note in the next photo you can see that Valvoline says this can replace Toyota T-IV as well – it’s not just guys on the Internet. It is suitable for most Holden, Hyundai, Toyota… Glad I did that flush since this must have been the first fluid change judging from the color. Going to try Amsoil ATF next time around once I hit 100k miles, which is a long while away, but I wouldn't mind sticking with the Maxlife. Go. JavaScript is disabled. I did a flush using the return line on the weekend along with replacing the filter inside the pan. It also says certified right on the bottle of the product. Can't beat having … How about Toyota uses a quality synthetic fluid that doesn't darken easily like other OE fluids and that actually promotes excellent shift quality like non-OE fluids do and folks would use OEM fluid instead. Certified by Aisin the transmission manufacturer of Toyota vehicles. I've been using Valvoline Maxlife in my 05 Tacoma. No evidence of failure, just a claim that they *have* found it "black" at 30k and recommend a 15k service interval. No problems? its sunday here. #25 Leadfoot J. McCoalroller, Apr 24, 2019 I think it did take a few miles to "break in"/permeate the trans, but working very well since. 6; 7; 8; First Prev 8 of 8 Go to page. to ashtony's general point, I'm not too crazy about Valvoline maxlife and its rating for both Toyota's regular ATF and WS. Some really good photo work there, thanks for posting! That pumped fluid does drip on the 2 electric motors and I'm not sure if MaxLife is detrimental to the winding insulation. How far apart should drain and fills be? rav4world.com is not in any way affiliated with Toyota Motor Company. How's it feel since you replaced all the ATF? Well I researched it and came to the conclusion that WS flashpoint is poor and does not tolerate heat. Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by dewriffic16, Jul 8, 2014. The respective vehicle manufacturers have neither evaluated nor endorsed MaxLife Multi-Vehicle ATF in these applications. So there is a OEM certified, aftermarket transmission fluid availabe for Toyotas that specify type WS transmission fluid. Valvoline MaxLife Multi-Vehicle ATF is a full synthetic formulation with advanced additives to prevent the major causes of transmission breakdown and help extend transmission life. Post Reply. In their product info sheet they state that it WILL NOT void vechele warranty and if you or your customer have any transmission issues while using it to please contact them. Its never been done and has130k. Valvoline MaxLife is 100% Full Synthetic ATF- & Will work just fine, instead of Toyota 'not synthetic' WS As long as you don't fall into the "synthetic is always better" trap. Developed to help prevent leaks, maximize transmission performance, reduce transmission wear, and maintain smooth shifting longer than conventional fluids. I tend to think that it is closer to 5.8. Valvoline™ MaxLife™ Multi-Vehicle ATF is a full synthetic formulation with advanced additives to prevent the major causes of transmission breakdown and help extend transmission life. hey hey! Since the last owner had done pan drop service in 2011, I decided only do drain and refill. Mixing Maxlife ATF with Toyota WS? You must log in or register to reply here. I have 100,000 miles on WS and 100,000 miles on maxlife. I'm at about 85% Maxlife now works great for me. Valvoline MaxLife™ ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) is the first fluid of its kind that is specifically formulated for higher mileage automatic transmissions. Developed to help prevent leaks, maximize transmission performance, reduce transmission wear, and maintain smooth shifting longer than conventional fluids. Penrite ATF LV seems to be the only one that meets Toyota WS standards. The data is out there, it would be nice to see some independent information from Blackstone. However, Castrol Transmax Full Synthetic Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid is OEM certified by Aisin as meeting JWS 3324 specificiation. Toyota Yaris Forums - Ultimate Yaris Enthusiast Site > Technical Forums > DIY / Maintenance / Service: Valvoline Maxlife ATF I recommend doing a drain/fill at least twice to thoroughly get rid of the old fluid. do dealers still sell T-IV? How much ATF did you end up using? Messages 13,195 Location Maricopa Arizona. Hmmm, if I wanted to keep tranny whining at bay, I'd be thinking of swapping out the AT fluid. Valvoline™ MaxLife™ Multi-Vehicle ATF is a full-synthetic formulation with advanced additives to prevent the major causes of transmission breakdown and help extend transmission life. I've done four drain and fills. Replaced with Valvoline MaxLife Synthetic ATF. Nov 16, 2019 #141 Originally Posted by N Heat. I mean if Castrol, SOPUS and P66 got their "universal" ATFs approved by Ford and GM for Dexron VI and Mercon V/LV(and ULV eventually), it shouldn't be too hard for them to pass Toyota or JASO testing. I have seen 5.8 and 7.2. What I won't do is wait 80k miles again though - "lifetime fill" is a "duration of warranty fill" or a short life. Jul 8, 2014 at 8:11 AM #1 #1. dewriffic16 [OP] Well-Known Member. So far the transmission whine noise is quieter than before. Some interesting metal on the magnet. So I emailed Redline & here is the response I got: Did you ever get a solid viscosity rating for WS. They said it is indeed certified by Aisin, hence Toyota. Valvoline ATF Recommended for ... MaxLife ATF, Transmission 09G T-IV Toyota WS Transmission 02E SLF Part number G-052-182-A2 Available from dealer Transmission 09D in Q7 (2007-10 with 4.2L), 0AT (2011 with 3.6L) T-IV Part number G-055-025-A2 MaxLife ATF, Import MV ATF Transmission 09E(2004-2005), 09E (2006-09 with 8 cylinder engine) SLF Part number G-055-005-A2 Transmission … MaxLife is synthetic providing some advantage regarding higher operating temperature. project farm like test for Maxlife vs toyota WS. I called them and they assured me it is compatable with T-lV and WS fluid. The problem is that I do not know exactly what is already in the car, but I suspect that it is Toyota WS. Toyota WS ATF is good stuff for those vehicles that require it. I have always used the expensive Toyota trans fluid both T-lV and WS. Blake the Castrol has not been updated since 2013. Towed, hauled, abused it since. Oh, just realized, yours is a V6, which would probably take a bit more. Valvoline MaxLife Multi-Vehicle ATF is a full synthetic automatic transmission fluid combining superior base oils and unique seal conditioners, long-life friction modifiers, special anti-wear agents and shear-stable viscosity improvers. TBH, I shyed away from MaxLife in my parent's Lexus LS430 and my Prius - WS was cheaper for me(it helps to know someone at the dealership) but I'll probably use it next spill and fill in the LS but probably not in the Prius - there is ATF being pumped through the transaxle despite it being splash-lubricated. It is Castrol, "it should be noted that MaxLife Multi-Vehicle ATF is not an OEM licensed product. Can't beat having clean ATF that comes with a flush using the return line. Do those other vehicles spec the WS fluid? That is completely unlike Maxlife ATF that comes with the disclaimer: "it should be noted that MaxLife Multi-Vehicle ATF is not an OEM licensed product. Thus my question is whether I can add a compatible ATF like Valvoline MaxLife through a drain and refill, or if I need a full flush to replace the fluid? It is formulated with premium base stocks, unique seal conditioners, long- life friction modifiers, special anti-wear additives, and shear stable viscosity modifiers, among other performance packages. I will see how it goes as I get more mileage. Go. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Toyota WS ATF vs Valvoline MaxLife V8 2004: natevans65: 4th Gen T4Rs: 34: 08-25-2019 10:16 PM: Valvoline MaxLife 773775 Dex/Merc or Castrol 03521 Transmax Import Multi-Vehicle ATF: Recoil Rob: 3rd gen T4Rs: 18: 12-30-2014 06:31 AM: Valvoline MaxLife: iaonbb: 4th Gen T4Rs: 4: 06-02-2005 09:27 AM » Popular Tags: 3rd 4runner 4th 4wd 5th air area back battery black brake … JavaScript is disabled. I want to get my second drain and refill in this fall. 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