The Aisin AW03-71LE 4-speed automatic transmission was first introduced in 1983 as a more powerful version of the 03-70LE transmission and was known as the A43DE, A46DE, and A46DF in Toyota models. In some countries, it gained popularity thanks to the Volvo 960 sedan and the Kia Retona SUV.
Specifications
| Type | automatic transmission |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Type of drive | rear / all wheel |
| Engine volume, l | up to 2.5 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 240 |
| Recommended oil | Dexron III or VI |
| Oil capacity, liter | 7.6 |
| Replacing the oil | every 110 000 km |
| Replacing the filter | every 110 000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~500 000 km |
Gear ratios Aisin AW03-71LE
Using the example of a 1992 Volvo 940 with a 2.3 liter engine:
| Main | 4.10 |
| 1st | 2.45 |
| 2nd | 1.45 |
| 3rd | 1.00 |
| 4th | 0.69 |
| Reverse | 2.21 |
Using
The transmission was installed on:
- Kia Retona 1 (CE) in 1998 – 2003;
- Mazda MX-5 II (NB) in 2002 – 2005;
- Opel Senator B (V88) in 1987 – 1989;
- Toyota Cressida 2 (X60) in 1983 – 1984;
- Toyota Cressida 3 (X70) in 1984 – 1988;
- Toyota Celica 3 (A60) in 1983 – 1985;
- Toyota HiAce 4 (H100) in 1995 – 2002;
- Toyota Estima 1 (XR10) in 1990 – 1999;
- Toyota Previa 1 (XR10) in 1990 – 1999;
- Volvo 740 I (744) in 1990 – 1992;
- Volvo 940 I (944) in 1990 – 1995.
Disadvantages of the Aisin AW03-71LE gearbox
- These automatic transmissions are highly reliable and easy to maintain;
- Owners only seek service when the clutches are critically worn.
