Transmission Oil Level Issue

[kaashifv]

Hello All,

I have done a search and haven't come to a solution for this particular issue. Firstly I have a I4 2007 Camry LE with 102,000km.

I just did a drain a fill on the transmission (I didn't check the level before draining, but i should have). While draining I did measure how much fluid came out and it was roughly under 3 Liters.

I refilled exactly 3 Liters. Checked the level and it was aboce the HOT mark. I though i filled up too much but after driving the car for 10-15 mins i brought it back on full level ground, ran it through the gears and checked the fluid level, the level dropped down to the COOL reading. To be certain i left the car on level ground all night, checked in the morning and sure enough the level jumped back to above the HOT mark on the dipstick.

I have checked every day since the change and every-time I check the level when warm it shows around the COOL marking on the dipstick. Does this mean that my oil level is low?

This is the first drain and fill i did on the car, and as I mentioned i replaced the exact amount that came out.

Any advice?

[leakyseals]

Sounds like the fluid level with the car off. As if its overfilled. You may have forgot. After a fluid drain it takes a few miles for the new fluid to circulate, readings may seem high initially. When you get home or after going somewhere leave the car running, check the level. Add accordingly. Don't worry if its off a little bit. 1/4" under may be good, its winter up there.

Over the years I have learned how to check the tranny fluid same way I check the oil - cold and off. Once I get the level right using hot running, I measure the difference between that level and the level cold off. Not recommending it, but its possible.

[kaashifv]

Thanks for the reply. I will keep a close eye on it and will keep it in mind for the next drain and fill.