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Select Advance Auto Parts Stores: 1-Qt Idemitsu ATF Transmission Fluid (Various)

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Select Advance Auto Parts Stores have 1-Quart Idemitsu ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid (Various) on sale as listed below for $1.95. Select free store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to Community Member E4300 for sharing this deal.

Note: Availability may vary by location and stock may be limited.

Available:
  • Type H Plus (DW-1 and Z-1, 30040090-75000C)
  • Type H (ATF Z-1, 10116-042)
  • Type TLS (ATF T-IV, 30040093-75000C)
  • CVTF Type N (JATCO CVTs NS-2, 30040091-75000C)
  • Type S (Nissan/Infiniti Automatic Transmissions with Matic-S/J/D, 30040101-75000C)
  • Type HP (SUBARU ATF HP, 30040099-75000C)
  • Type TLS-LV (Toyota WS, 30040096-75000C)
  • Type J (Nissan and Infiniti Matic J ATF (including Matic D and Matic K) & Select Hyundai, Kia, Jaguar and Mitsubishi, 30040095-75000C)

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Select Advance Auto Parts Stores have 1-Quart Idemitsu ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid (Various) on sale as listed below for $1.95. Select free store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to Community Member E4300 for sharing this deal.

Note: Availability may vary by location and stock may be limited.

Available:
  • Type H Plus (DW-1 and Z-1, 30040090-75000C)
  • Type H (ATF Z-1, 10116-042)
  • Type TLS (ATF T-IV, 30040093-75000C)
  • CVTF Type N (JATCO CVTs NS-2, 30040091-75000C)
  • Type S (Nissan/Infiniti Automatic Transmissions with Matic-S/J/D, 30040101-75000C)
  • Type HP (SUBARU ATF HP, 30040099-75000C)
  • Type TLS-LV (Toyota WS, 30040096-75000C)
  • Type J (Nissan and Infiniti Matic J ATF (including Matic D and Matic K) & Select Hyundai, Kia, Jaguar and Mitsubishi, 30040095-75000C)

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Written by Nate650 | Staff
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the wiki and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Idemitsu ATF is being discussed as a close match for Toyota WS and other Japanese automatic transmission fluids, with the main appeal being inexpensive drain and refill maintenance rather than a full flush. The strongest guidance favors changing fluid often, replacing only part of the capacity each time, and keeping the transmission clean and cool. The main caution is that very old fluid or worn clutch packs can make a fresh change feel slippery, so gradual drain and refill steps are preferred over flushing. It is a practical low cost maintenance fluid for careful service intervals.

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Apr 9, 2026 4:49 PM
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Marlin1975Apr 9, 2026 4:49 PM
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Good fluid if you can find it

Most low, or out, of stock
Apr 9, 2026 4:57 PM
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0rbitalframeApr 9, 2026 4:57 PM
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damn i need FZ for my mazda
Apr 9, 2026 5:37 PM
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AudizzzApr 9, 2026 5:37 PM
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Is it a good brand? How it to compare to genuine toyota ATF T-IV fluid?
Apr 9, 2026 5:48 PM
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AudizzzApr 9, 2026 5:48 PM
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Is it better to get "Idemitsu ATF" fluid or "Valvoline Hybrid ATF" for 2017 Rav4 Hybrid?
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Quote from Audizzz View quoted comment :
Is it a good brand? How it to compare to genuine toyota ATF T-IV fluid?
Idemitsu is the OEM supplier for many Japanese car manufacturers, including Toyota.
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Quote from Audizzz View quoted comment :
Is it better to get "Idemitsu ATF" fluid or "Valvoline Hybrid ATF" for 2017 Rav4 Hybrid?
I'd go with the cheaper fluid and change often, 25K to 30K miles. Both are compatible with WS, but the Idemitsu is probably a closer match to the factory fill. Note that fluid viscosity and formulation can vary slightly from batch to batch.

The transmission is essentially a sealed system (minus the vent valve). Therefore, controlling fluid temperature and cleanliness will dramatically improve transmission life. CHANGE ATF OFTEN. Drain and refill. Avoid flushing operation. Drain/refill will usually replace 25% to 30% of total fluid capacity.

Idemitsu is, and has been for decades, an official O.E. supplier of engine oils and transmission fluids to leading Japanese vehicle manufacturers such as Toyota, Subaru, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Mazda, Lexus, Infiniti, Honda and Acura.

https://www.idemitsulubricants.co...engine-oil
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pbuterApr 9, 2026 6:12 PM
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Ordered the Toyota WS a few days ago for home shipping and it was cancelled due to incorrect inventory count.

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Quote from Audizzz View quoted comment :
Is it a good brand? How it to compare to genuine toyota ATF T-IV fluid?
It is very good. Better than Toyota's ATF.
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Quote from pbuter View quoted comment :
Ordered the Toyota WS a few days ago for home shipping and it was cancelled due to incorrect inventory count.
We ordered from S Cal yesterday. Got shipping confirmation this morning. Stuff is heavy, so AAP may not have a local warehouse in the East Coast? OK. SDers just wiped out the WS supply.
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Quote from tyman View quoted comment :
It is very good. Better than Toyota's ATF.
is it ok to drain/refill therefore mixing with original toyota? (Idemitsu IS synthetic vs toyota type 4 - is Not synthetic )
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Quote from Audizzz View quoted comment :
is it ok to drain/refill therefore mixing with original toyota? (Idemitsu IS synthetic vs toyota type 4 - is Not synthetic )
WS is backward compatible with T-IV.

I drain/refill T-IV truck with WS. No problem after +125K miles. WS is the replacement fluid for T-IV.

My Corolla comes with T-IV. Drain/fill with WS since 2009. No issue after 210K miles on odometer.
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Apr 9, 2026 6:39 PM
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shaffApr 9, 2026 6:39 PM
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I've had this fluid in my cart for a few weeks now at this price, I have an older Toyota and wasn't sure if they are type 4 fluid would cause any issues, my car has over 200,000 mi, I don't know when the last time the previous owner serviced it. Was planning on doing a drain and fill
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Quote from shaff View quoted comment :
I've had this fluid in my cart for a few weeks now at this price, I have an older Toyota and wasn't sure if they are type 4 fluid would cause any issues, my car has over 200,000 mi, I don't know when the last time the previous owner serviced it. Was planning on doing a drain and fill
Auto transmission works on fluid friction. Old fluid has more friction. Fresh fluid may cause slippage. Toyota Aisin transmission is quite robust. WS is backward compatible to T-IV.

If the transmission does not slip, then drain only 1/2 to 1 qt and replace the EXACT amount drained with WS. Drive 500 miles to check for slippage. Repeat every 500 miles until the drained fluid is no longer dark brown.
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Awesome find, thanks OP!!

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Quote from 0rbitalframe View quoted comment :
damn i need FZ for my mazda
Valvoline Maxlife ATF is compatible with the Mazda blue ATF FZ! Note that Mazda may decline warranty if you use the red Maxlife fluid. That said, I have only encountered positive outcomes with Maxlife ATF mixed with FZ.

The Toyota (conventional + E-CVT) and Mazda (conventional + E-CVT) transmissions are very robust, unlike those from Ford, GM, and Nissan. Give them clean fluid and they will give you may years of trouble free service.

https://valvoline.ge/wp-content/u...ATF_EN.pdf

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