The Toyota U140E 4-speed automatic transmission was produced in Japan from 1997 to 2011 and was installed on front-wheel drive versions of the Estima, Highlander and Corolla Altis. On Lexus cars this gearbox is known under its own index, Aisin AW90-40LS.
Specifications
| Type | automatic transmission |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Type of drive | front |
| Engine volume, l | up to 3.0 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 280 |
| Recommended oil | Toyota ATF Type T-IV since 2006 Toyota ATF WS |
| Oil capacity, liter | 8.2 |
| Partial replacement, liter | 3.5 |
| Maintenance | every 60 000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~250 000 km |
| Weight, kg | 101 |
Gear ratios Toyota U140E
Using a 2001 Toyota Estima with a 3.0 liter engine as an example:
| Main | 3.480 |
| 1st | 3.938 |
| 2nd | 2.194 |
| 3rd | 1.411 |
| 4th | 1.019 |
| Reverse | 3.141 |
Using
The transmission was installed on:
- Lexus ES300 3 (XV20) in 1997 – 2001 (as AW90-40LS);
- Lexus RX300 1 (XU10) in 1998 – 2003 (as AW90-40LS);
- Toyota Alphard 1 (AH10) in 2002 – 2005;
- Toyota Caldina 2 (T210) in 2000 – 2002;
- Toyota Camry 5 (XV30) in 2001 – 2004;
- Toyota Corolla Altis 2 (CE140) in 2008 – 2010;
- Toyota Estima 2 (XR30) in 2000 – 2005;
- Toyota Harrier 1 (XU10) in 1997 – 2003;
- Toyota Highlander 1 (XU20) in 2000 – 2003;
- Toyota RAV4 3 (XA30) in 2008 – 2011;
- Toyota Windom 2 (XV20) in 1997 – 2001.
Disadvantages of the Toyota U140E gearbox
- This gearbox is paired with powerful engines and comes in for repair relatively often;
- With an active owner the valve body quickly gets clogged with clutch wear debris;
- The Teflon rings also wear a groove in the rear cover of the automatic transmission over time;
- The oil pressure then drops, which greatly shortens the life of the planetary gearsets;
- In the first year of production there were many complaints about the temperamental Fujitsu control unit.
Frequently asked questions about the Toyota U140E
What type of transmission is the Toyota U140E?
The Toyota U140E is a 4-speed automatic transmission for front-wheel drive cars.
How much torque can the Toyota U140E handle?
The Toyota U140E is designed for torque up to 280 Nm and engines up to 3.0 liters.
How much oil does the Toyota U140E take and which one?
The Toyota U140E takes 8.2 liters of oil (3.5 liters for a partial change). Recommended oil: Toyota ATF Type T-IV; since 2006 Toyota ATF WS.
How often should the Toyota U140E be serviced?
Recommended service interval: every 60 000 km.
How long does the Toyota U140E last?
With proper maintenance, the Toyota U140E typically lasts about 250 000 km.
How much does the Toyota U140E weigh?
The Toyota U140E weighs about 101 kg.
What are the gear ratios of the Toyota U140E?
Using a 2001 Toyota Estima with a 3.0 liter engine as an example: final drive 3.480, 1st 3.938, 2nd 2.194, 3rd 1.411, 4th 1.019, reverse 3.141.
What cars was the Toyota U140E installed on?
Lexus ES300 3 (XV20) in 1997 – 2001 (as AW90-40LS); Lexus RX300 1 (XU10) in 1998 – 2003 (as AW90-40LS); Toyota Alphard 1 (AH10) in 2002 – 2005; Toyota Caldina 2 (T210) in 2000 – 2002; Toyota Camry 5 (XV30) in 2001 – 2004; Toyota Corolla Altis 2 (CE140) in 2008 – 2010 and 5 more (see the full list above).
What are the common problems of the Toyota U140E?
This gearbox is paired with powerful engines and comes in for repair relatively often. With an active owner the valve body quickly gets clogged with clutch wear debris. All known problems.
