Your 2014 Toyota Corolla requires 4.4 quarts of oil for an at-home oil change. You can easily determine the amount needed by consulting your owner’s manual or consulting with a trained technician.
No matter if your Corolla has an automatic or manual transmission, changing the transmission fluid regularly is recommended. Doing so helps provide better lubrication and heat reduction for improved performance.
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1. ATF Type T-IV
ATF Type T-IV is an exceptional automatic transmission fluid specifically formulated for Toyota and Lexus vehicles. It ensures optimal lubrication of all internal components to guarantee smooth shifts and long service life. Furthermore, this fluid offers strong oxidation resistance which helps shield critical seal material against excessive wear.
It also offers a precise friction coefficient to minimize the risk of shuddering in your Toyota automatic transmission. Furthermore, it has been engineered to meet and exceed all Toyota warranty requirements.
According to your Corolla’s year, you may require 2 to 2.5 quarts of gear oil for manual transmissions and 4 to 5 quarts for automatics. To be certain, check your owner’s manual or call your local dealership and ask them this question.
Drain the old fluid and replace with fresh Toyota ATF Type T-IV, which should last the lifetime of your vehicle under normal driving conditions.
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2. ATF Type WS
ATF Type WS is an automatic transmission fluid designed specifically for Toyota vehicles to provide optimal performance and durability over a long transmission life, while also eliminating transmission shudder.
ATF WS is designed to reduce viscosity of modern automatic transmissions, helping cut fuel consumption. Additionally, it’s made for use in high temperatures and extreme driving conditions.
When changing fluids for your vehicle, the amount needed depends on its model and year; consult your owner’s manual for instructions. Typically, manual transmissions require 2 to 2.5 quarts while automatics need 4 to 5 quarts.
Change transmission fluid at home with a jack and floor jack. However, for best results it may be more cost-effective to bring your car into Don Ringler Toyota and let one of our technicians do the job for you. Not only will this save money and time on repairs, but it will also ensure a perfect seal between you and the technician.
3. ATF Type F
If your 2014 Toyota Corolla has an automatic transmission, then it is necessary to drain and refill it more often than a manual one. This is because automatic transmission fluids generate much more heat than manuals do, so keeping the fluid changed and fresh is key for optimal performance.
Different cars require various types of transmission fluids, so check your owner’s manual or dipstick to find which type is appropriate for your vehicle.
Dexron III/Mercon, the most common type, can be found in many GM and Ford vehicles as well as some imports. However, this doesn’t guarantee compatibility – always check with the manufacturer first before purchasing anything!
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4. ATF Type S
When changing the transmission fluid in your 2014 Toyota Corolla, make sure to use either “Toyota Genuine ATF Type S” or “Toyota Synthetic ATF Type S.” Using another type of fluid can result in diminished shift quality, lock up of your transmission with vibration and eventually damage its automatic transmission.
Once your 2014 Toyota starts driving, the automatic transmission fluid in it will quickly heat up. Every 20 degrees increase above 175 degrees Fahrenheit can significantly reduce its life.
Therefore, the ideal practice is to drain the old fluid, replace the filter and top up with 3.2 U.S. quarts of Toyota Genuine ATF Type S transmission fluid. Slowly pour this into the dipstick hole and check its level again to make sure you haven’t overfilled it.