Gearbox Toyota AC60E

Gearbox Toyota AC60E
Type
6-speed automatic
Drive
RWD
Torque
up to 420 Nm
Engine size
up to 3.5 L
Oil capacity
10.1 LToyota ATF WS
Lifespan
~300 000 km

The Toyota AC60E 6-speed automatic transmission has been produced at the company’s plants since 2015 and is installed on rear-wheel drive versions of models such as the Fortuner, Innova, Hilux and Tacoma. This gearbox is intended for powerful diesel and petrol units with torque up to 420 Nm.

Specifications

Type automatic transmission
Number of gears 6
Type of drive rear
Engine volume, l up to 3.5
Torque output, Nm up to 420
Recommended oil Toyota ATF WS
Oil capacity, liter 10.1
Partial replacement, liter 4.0
Maintenance every 60 000 km
Gearbox lifespan, km ~300 000 km
Weight, kg 108

Gear ratios Toyota AC60E

Using a 2017 Toyota Tacoma with a 3.5 liter engine as an example:

Main 3.909
1st 3.600
2nd 2.090
3rd 1.488
4th 1.000
5th 0.687
6th 0.580
Reverse 3.732

Using

The transmission was installed on:

  • Toyota Fortuner 2 (AN160) since 2015;
  • Toyota HiAce 6 (H300) since 2019;
  • Toyota Hilux 8 (AN120) since 2015;
  • Toyota Innova 2 (AN140) since 2015;
  • Toyota Tacoma 3 (N300) since 2015.

Disadvantages of the Toyota AC60E gearbox

  • In the first years there were complaints about jerking when shifting from second to third gear;
  • An updated firmware appeared in 2016 and in most cases it solved the problem;
  • The main problems of the automatic transmission today are related to wear of the torque converter lockup clutch;
  • Under active driving the valve body solenoids get clogged with clutch wear debris;
  • It is also worth noting that with powerful diesels the Forward drum does not last long.

Frequently asked questions about the Toyota AC60E

What type of transmission is the Toyota AC60E?

The Toyota AC60E is a 6-speed automatic transmission for rear-wheel drive cars.

How much torque can the Toyota AC60E handle?

The Toyota AC60E is designed for torque up to 420 Nm and engines up to 3.5 liters.

How much oil does the Toyota AC60E take and which one?

The Toyota AC60E takes 10.1 liters of oil (4.0 liters for a partial change). Recommended oil: Toyota ATF WS.

How often should the Toyota AC60E be serviced?

Recommended service interval: every 60 000 km.

How long does the Toyota AC60E last?

With proper maintenance, the Toyota AC60E typically lasts about 300 000 km.

How much does the Toyota AC60E weigh?

The Toyota AC60E weighs about 108 kg.

What are the gear ratios of the Toyota AC60E?

Using a 2017 Toyota Tacoma with a 3.5 liter engine as an example: final drive 3.909, 1st 3.600, 2nd 2.090, 3rd 1.488, 4th 1.000, 5th 0.687, 6th 0.580, reverse 3.732.

What cars was the Toyota AC60E installed on?

Toyota Fortuner 2 (AN160) since 2015; Toyota HiAce 6 (H300) since 2019; Toyota Hilux 8 (AN120) since 2015; Toyota Innova 2 (AN140) since 2015; Toyota Tacoma 3 (N300) since 2015.

What are the common problems of the Toyota AC60E?

In the first years there were complaints about jerking when shifting from second to third gear. An updated firmware appeared in 2016 and in most cases it solved the problem. All known problems.

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El Guardiola

Doctor of Technical Sciences, former engineer at the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee (10 years of experience), holder of certificates and patents for inventions, author of a training manual for employees of the Volkswagen Group of America.
I consider the automotive transmission to be one of the most ingenious mechanisms in a car and I want to provide information about gearboxes to a wide range of car owners.

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