The Toyota U240E 4-speed automatic transmission was built at the Japanese plant from 1997 to 2006 and was installed on the Avensis, Caldina, Vista and Celica together with the 3S-FE and 2ZZ-GE engines. Essentially, it is a reinforced version of the U140: the load-bearing capacity of the friction clutches has been increased, and the pump, shafts, drums, and planetary gear sets have been strengthened.
Specifications
| Type | automatic transmission |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Type of drive | front |
| Engine volume, l | up to 2.0 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 185 |
| Recommended oil | Toyota ATF Type T-IV |
| Oil capacity, liter | 7.6 |
| Partial replacement, liter | 4.0 |
| Maintenance | every 60 000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~300 000 km |
| Weight, kg | 90 |
Gear ratios Toyota U240E
Using a 2001 Toyota Celica with a 1.8 liter engine as an example:
| Main | 3.120 |
| 1st | 3.943 |
| 2nd | 2.197 |
| 3rd | 1.413 |
| 4th | 1.020 |
| Reverse | 3.145 |
Using
The transmission was installed on:
- Toyota Avensis 1 (T220) in 1997 – 2002;
- Toyota Caldina 2 (T210) in 1997 – 2002;
- Toyota Celica 7 (T230) in 1999 – 2006;
- Toyota Corona 11 (T210) in 1997 – 2001;
- Toyota Corolla Allex 1 (E120) in 2001 – 2006;
- Toyota Corolla Fielder 1 (E120) in 2000 – 2006;
- Toyota Corolla Runx 1 (E120) in 2001 – 2006;
- Toyota Ipsum 1 (XM10) in 1998 – 2001;
- Toyota Matrix 1 (E130) in 2002 – 2003;
- Toyota Nadia 1 (XN10) in 1998 – 2003;
- Toyota Vista 5 (V50) in 1998 – 2003;
- Toyota Voltz 1 (E130) in 2002 – 2004.
Disadvantages of the Toyota U240E gearbox
- In the first years the control units caused many problems, but they can be repaired successfully;
- Otherwise this is a perfectly reliable automatic transmission whose life depends on how it is driven;
- With frequent hard starts the valve body gets clogged with lockup clutch wear debris;
- And if you drive with a worn clutch, vibrations will destroy the oil pump bushing;
- After 150,000 km the Teflon ring often wears a groove in the rear cover of the gearbox;
- The oil pressure in the system then drops and the clutch packs start to burn;
- A drop in oil pressure also greatly affects the life of the planetary gearsets.
Frequently asked questions about the Toyota U240E
What type of transmission is the Toyota U240E?
The Toyota U240E is a 4-speed automatic transmission for front-wheel drive cars.
How much torque can the Toyota U240E handle?
The Toyota U240E is designed for torque up to 185 Nm and engines up to 2.0 liters.
How much oil does the Toyota U240E take and which one?
The Toyota U240E takes 7.6 liters of oil (4.0 liters for a partial change). Recommended oil: Toyota ATF Type T-IV.
How often should the Toyota U240E be serviced?
Recommended service interval: every 60 000 km.
How long does the Toyota U240E last?
With proper maintenance, the Toyota U240E typically lasts about 300 000 km.
How much does the Toyota U240E weigh?
The Toyota U240E weighs about 90 kg.
What are the gear ratios of the Toyota U240E?
Using a 2001 Toyota Celica with a 1.8 liter engine as an example: final drive 3.120, 1st 3.943, 2nd 2.197, 3rd 1.413, 4th 1.020, reverse 3.145.
What cars was the Toyota U240E installed on?
Toyota Avensis 1 (T220) in 1997 – 2002; Toyota Caldina 2 (T210) in 1997 – 2002; Toyota Celica 7 (T230) in 1999 – 2006; Toyota Corona 11 (T210) in 1997 – 2001; Toyota Corolla Allex 1 (E120) in 2001 – 2006; Toyota Corolla Fielder 1 (E120) in 2000 – 2006 and 6 more (see the full list above).
What are the common problems of the Toyota U240E?
In the first years the control units caused many problems, but they can be repaired successfully. Otherwise this is a perfectly reliable automatic transmission whose life depends on how it is driven. All known problems.
