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2011 Toyota Rav4 Repair Question


Topics covered: Dealer, Towing, Transmission.
Mileage: 37,000 miles.

Asked on December 11, 2012

Toyota Rav4 Dealer Problem

Transmission fluid is black. Is there a problem I should be aware of when I take the car to the dealership tomorrow?
Avatar Asked by ed stretch

Answer

Replied on December 11, 2012

There might be however you won't know till they take the pan off and see whats in it. Do you tow alot with it? Usually black fluid indicates slipping or towing and over working or overheating the trans.

Tiny Answered by racefan966 (expert)
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Replied on December 11, 2012

no towing at all. used mostly on highway. Auto transmission works fine no smells or noises.
I will ask dealer to inspect pan. They initially just want to change the fluid.

Tiny Response from ed stretch
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Replied on December 11, 2012

Changing the fluid is needed but I would ask what is in the pan. If there is a trans problem coming then there will be debri in the pan and being that the drive train should be still under warranty now it the time to take care of it.

Tiny Answered by racefan966 (expert)
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Replied on December 11, 2012

Thanks for this great service! I am pleased to be able to ask intelligent questions when I take the car for service.

Tiny Response from ed stretch
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Replied on December 13, 2012

You are quite welcome. let me know how it goes ok

Tiny Answered by racefan966 (expert)
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