Ordered procedure (concise) for flushing the Toyota H-series manual gearboxes (H41/H42/H50/H55F), with the underlying theory and how each action fixes transmission faults.

Preparations
1) Tools/supplies: correct Toyota-specified manual/transmission gear oil (manufacturers usually specify GL‑4 hypoid oil 75W‑90 or 80W‑90 — check the service manual), catch pan, torque wrench, hex/plug sockets, funnel/syringe or pump for refill, rags, gloves, jack stands, safety glasses, drain‑plug washer(s), replacement fill/drain plug washers if needed, magnetic drain‑plug if not already fitted.
Theory: correct lubricant chemistry and viscosity controls gear tooth protection, synchro friction, bearing film thickness, and shear stability.
How this fixes the fault: using the specified oil restores intended lubrication and friction properties; fresh additives and viscosity reduce wear, noise, and shift hesitation caused by degraded oil.

Warm up the transmission
2) Warm drivetrain: take the vehicle for a short drive (5–10 min) or run to reach normal operating temperature.
Theory: warm oil has lower viscosity, holds contaminants in suspension and drains more completely.
How this fixes the fault: more complete removal of degraded oil and entrained particles during drain/flush reduces residual contamination that would otherwise remain and continue abrasion.

Safety and access
3) Park on level surface, chock wheels, disengage gearbox/engine (neutral, handbrake on), raise vehicle safely and support on stands so you can access drain and fill plugs. Confirm fill plug is accessible before draining.
Theory: having the fill hole accessible ensures you can refill to level; safety prevents accidents.
How this fixes the fault: prevents partial fill/air pockets and avoids damage or personal injury.

Confirm fill plug and locate drain plug
4) Identify and remove the fill plug first (do not remove drain yet). Inspect the fill opening and threads.
Theory: verifying you can refill before emptying avoids the risk of being unable to refill if the fill plug/threads are damaged or blocked.
How this fixes the fault: ensures you can restore correct oil level after the flush.

Drain old fluid
5) Place catch pan under drain plug, remove drain plug and washer, allow fluid to fully drain. Rotate selector/linkage through gears a few times or briefly turn output shaft (if accessible) to help dislodge trapped oil.
Theory: gravity drain removes bulk fluid and entrained particles; moving internals helps release pockets of old oil.
How this fixes the fault: removes the majority of contaminated oil, metal fines and debris that cause abrasion, scoring, and poor synchro action.

Inspect drain plug and fluid
6) Inspect drain plug, magnetic tip (if present) and fluid color/odor. Note metal shavings: fine gray particles are normal after some miles; large chunks or heavy metal is abnormal.
Theory: magnet collects ferrous debris and plug condition gives diagnostic info about wear.
How this fixes the fault: removing magnetic debris prevents re-circulation of abrasive particles that accelerate wear.

Simple flush by refill/drain repetition (recommended if no machine)
7) Refit and tighten drain plug to spec (or finger-tight then specified torque), then refill through fill hole with fresh specified oil to just reach the fill hole level (until oil trickles out). Run the vehicle briefly (in neutral) or cycle gears (with clutch) to circulate oil, then re-drain. Repeat 2–3 drain/fill cycles until drained oil appears clean and reasonably fresh.
Theory: multiple volume exchanges progressively reduce concentration of old oil and dissolved contaminants (each exchange reduces remaining old oil concentration exponentially).
How this fixes the fault: repeated exchanges flush out varnish, degraded additives, small particles and restore most of the lubricant’s protective properties without disassembling the gearbox.

Alternative: pressure flush / exchange machine (advanced)
8) If using a fluid-exchange machine, connect to correct inlet/outlet per machine instructions, use low flow/low pressure only and monitor gearbox temperature. Never overpressurize or force fluid through sealed passages. Follow manufacturer guidance.
Theory: a controlled pump-through flush can replace the oil more completely than gravity-only exchanges.
How this fixes the fault: greater replacement of old oil—useful when heavy contamination or varnish is present—reducing chance of retained degraded oil.

Optional internal cleaning
9) If heavy sludge or undesirable deposits are present, remove inspection cover or input/output flange per service manual to access internal screen/filter (if fitted). Clean or replace screen; clean accessible passages and magnet surfaces.
Theory: physical removal of trapped sludge or large debris prevents recontamination.
How this fixes the fault: addresses mechanical blockages and removes coarse abrasive material that causes gear/bearing damage—important when drain-only flushes don’t clear deposits.

Final refill and level check
10) After the final drain, install a new crush washer/seal on the drain plug and torque to spec. Fill slowly through the fill plug until fluid just starts to run out of the fill hole (or to the exact level specified in the manual), then install and torque the fill plug.
Theory: fill-to-fill-plug-level is the correct fluid level specification for many gearboxes; correct torque prevents leaks.
How this fixes the fault: correct oil level ensures bearings and gearsets have correct oil pickup and splash, preventing overheating, cavitation and improper gear engagement.

Test and recheck
11) Lower vehicle, run engine and cycle through all gears with the vehicle stationary and with clutch (or by driving if recommended). Re-warm and recheck level for any thermally-induced level changes; re-torque plugs if required. Inspect for leaks.
Theory: cycling and warm-up distribute oil through synchronizers and bearings; final level check compensates for trapped air and thermal expansion.
How this fixes the fault: confirms the gearbox has correct oil distribution and reveals any leaks that would negate the repair.

Post‑flush monitoring and diagnostics
12) Monitor for improvements: smoother shifts, reduction in whining/grinding, lower operating temperature, and absence of new metallic debris on subsequent drains. If problems persist (hard shifts, grinding, persistent metallic filings), internal wear/damage likely requires teardown and component replacement (synchros, bearings, gears).
Theory: fluid change addresses fluid-related issues; persistent mechanical noise/metal indicates worn components.
How this fixes the fault: differentiates between faults solvable by lubrication restoration and those needing mechanical repair.

Why the flush fixes common gearbox faults (summary, theory-based)
- Lubrication: fresh oil restores the hydrodynamic/EL (elastohydrodynamic) film that separates gear teeth and bearings; this reduces metal‑to‑metal contact and wear.
- Friction characteristics: synchronizer operation depends on specific friction coefficients. Degraded oil or wrong oil changes friction and causes slow or harsh shifts; correct oil restores intended friction and synchronizer performance.
- Contaminant removal: metal fines, clutch debris and degraded additive residues are abrasive and catalyze wear and overheating. Removing them lowers abrasion and prevents accelerated gear and bearing failure.
- Thermal stability and additive restoration: fresh oil has intact antiwear, antioxidant and extreme-pressure additives that protect under load and temperature. Replacing oxidized oil reduces varnish, deposits and scuffing.
- Diagnostics: inspecting drained oil and magnets provides insight into wear stage; flushing can postpone failure but cannot rebuild mechanically worn or broken parts.

Safety & environmental notes (brief)
- Use correct fluid only. Do not overfill. Work with vehicle secure on stands. Dispose of waste oil and wipes at an approved recycling center.
- If you see large chunks of metal or persistent heavy metallic contamination after the first drain, stop and plan gearbox teardown—flushing alone will not fix catastrophic internal damage.

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