Checking the transmission fluid level in the 2006 Toyota Tacoma is a very simple procedure and it's pretty much the same as most other vehicles. Pop the hood and prop it open and then search for the transmission fluid dipstick. It should be on the drivers side of the engine somewhat close to the battery and You'll be able to identify it by the red handle. Pull the dipstick out and wipe it clean and then reinsert it. Pull it out again and that will show You where Your fluid level is at. If You're running low then add a bit more otherwise You should be good to go. It's best to check all of Your engine fluid levels when the vehicle is cold and hasn't been running for a little while. -
Misty
August 30, 2021
06' Tacoma doesn't have a transmission dipstick, you need to take it to a dealer or mechanic. There's a drain plug test, pull plug while warm and idling, add fluid until it runs out and replace the plug. Personally, I'd let the pros do that. Bottom line: 2nd gen Tacoma's have no transmission dipstick. AT fluid is good for 100k miles.
Baloney.
November 28, 2022
That vehicle does not have a trans dipstick. Quit being a liar.
Insert a dipstick and pull it out to determine level to check the transmission fluid on a 2006 toyota tacoma.
Robert D.
January 28, 2022
I purchased a Chilton manual as I have always done whenever I purchase a vehicle to aid me in correctly servicing or repairing my vehicle. My 2006 Toyota Tacoma V6 with 5 spd. Automatic trans. Doesn't have a dipstick, so the manual told me where the fill plug, drain plug and check plug was at. Use the drain plug to drain the ATF if you're just doing that or if you're replacing the trans. Filter and pan gasket. Replace the drain plug and tighten, remove the fill plug and check plug. Begin to pump ATF fluid into the trans. Through the hole where the fill plug was, until it pours out the hole where the check plug was. Reinstall the check plug only and start the engine and let it warm up at an idle. Keeping the engine idling and remove the check plug and if necessary, continue to pump ATF into the fill plug hole until it comes out the check plug hole. Once fluid comes out, stop adding ATF and allow the fluid to dip out the check plug hole then install the check plug and install the fill plug. Your done. Often check for leaks and ATF fluid level by just removing the check plug while the engine is running at an idle.
Brad
February 19, 2024
My 06 Tacoma has a dipstick for transmission fluid. I think all the four-cylinder‘s do but just not the six cylinders
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