The Toyota A132L 3-speed automatic transmission was assembled from 1988 to 1999 in Japan and was installed on a number of compact models of the concern with engines up to 1.5 liters. The transmission was intended for not very powerful engines with a torque of 120 Nm.
This series includes: A131L, A132L.
Specifications
| Production years | 1988 – 1999 |
| Type | automatic transmission |
| Number of gears | 3 |
| Type of drive | front |
| Engine volume, l | up to 1.5 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 120 |
| Recommended oil | Dexron III or VI |
| Oil capacity, liter | 5.6 |
| Replacing the oil | every 70,000 km |
| Replacing the filter | every 70,000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
Gear ratios Toyota A132L
Using the example of a Toyota Tercel 1993 with a 1.5 liter engine:
| Main | 3.722 |
| 1st | 2.810 |
| 2nd | 1.549 |
| 3rd | 1.000 |
| Reverse | 2.296 |
The transmission was installed on:
- Toyota Corolla 6 (E90) in 1987 – 1992;
- Toyota Starlet 4 (P80) in 1992 – 1995; Starlet 5 (P90) in 1996 – 1999;
- Toyota Tercel 3 (L30) in 1987 – 1990; Tercel 4 (L40) in 1990 – 1994; Tercel 5 (L50) in 1994 – 1999.
Disadvantages of the Toyota A132L gearbox
- This is a very reliable gearbox, breakdowns are rare and occur over long distances.
- Most often, worn clutches, bushings or brake bands are replaced.
- Rubber gaskets and seals that have become hardened over time can sometimes leak.
