1. Gather the necessary materials, including:
- A funnel
- Approximately 2-3 quarts of genuine Toyota automatic transmission fluid (ATF), such as Toyota Genuine ATF Type T-IV
- A rag or towel to clean up spills
- A safety glasses
2. Park your car on level ground and apply the parking brake. This will ensure the vehicle is stable and won't roll while you're working underneath it.
3. Locate the transmission fluid dipstick. In the 1996 Toyota Celica, it's usually a yellow or red loop at the rear of the engine bay, near the firewall.
4. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean with a rag or towel. Then, reinsert the dipstick into the transmission fluid tube until it is fully seated.
5. Pull the dipstick out again and check the fluid level. It should be between the two marks on the dipstick. If the fluid level is low, you'll need to add more.
6. Remove the fill plug on the transmission fluid pan. This plug is located on the side of the transmission, near the bottom. It is usually a black plastic plug with a 17mm head.
7. Insert the funnel into the transmission fluid fill hole.
8. Slowly pour the transmission fluid into the funnel until the fluid level on the dipstick reaches the "Full" mark.
9. Replace the transmission fluid fill plug and dipstick.
10. Start your engine and let it run for a few minutes. This will help the transmission fluid circulate throughout the system.
11. Turn off the engine and check the transmission fluid level again using the dipstick. Make sure it's between the two marks on the dipstick.
12. If necessary, add or drain transmission fluid to adjust the level to the correct amount.
That's it! You have successfully added transmission fluid to your 1996 Toyota Celica.
