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Complete Toyota Transmission Maintenance Guide from Dave

By Dave at Gearbox Insider

This is the complete reference for Toyota and Lexus automatic transmission maintenance. Fluid specs, service intervals, common codes, and what to watch for — all in one place. U660E: 6-speed, FWD/AWD. Camry, Avalon, ES350, RX350, Highlander (2007–2017). Fluid: Toyota WS. Capacity: ~3.7 qts drain-and-fill, ~9.8 qts total. Most common issue: TCC shudder from degraded WS. Watch for P0770, P0741. Service interval: 60,000 miles normal, 40,000 towing/heat.

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