The Toyota U240F 4-speed automatic transmission was produced in Japan from 1998 to 2003 and was installed on all-wheel drive versions of the Nadia and Vista, including the Vista Ardeo wagon. This transmission was paired with the 2.0-liter 3S-FE and 3S-FSE petrol engines.
Specifications
| Type | automatic transmission |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Type of drive | all wheel |
| Engine volume, l | up to 2.0 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 195 |
| 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 U240F
Using a 2000 Toyota Vista Ardeo with a 2.0 liter engine as an example:
| Main | 3.12 |
| 1st | 3.943 |
| 2nd | 2.197 |
| 3rd | 1.413 |
| 4th | 1.020 |
| Reverse | 3.145 |
Using
The transmission was installed on:
- Toyota Nadia 1 (XN10) in 1998 – 2001;
- Toyota Vista 5 (V50) in 1998 – 2003.
Disadvantages of the Toyota U240F gearbox
- As with the similar front-wheel drive gearboxes, there were many ECU failures in the early years;
- In second place come the problems with the rear cover of the transmission, typical of the series;
- By around 150,000 km the Teflon rings wear grooves on the cover support;
- The oil pressure in the system then starts to drop and the clutch packs begin to burn;
- All the other problems here are related to the valve body being clogged with wear debris.
Frequently asked questions about the Toyota U240F
What type of transmission is the Toyota U240F?
The Toyota U240F is a 4-speed automatic transmission for all-wheel drive cars.
How much torque can the Toyota U240F handle?
The Toyota U240F is designed for torque up to 195 Nm and engines up to 2.0 liters.
How much oil does the Toyota U240F take and which one?
The Toyota U240F 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 U240F be serviced?
Recommended service interval: every 60 000 km.
How long does the Toyota U240F last?
With proper maintenance, the Toyota U240F typically lasts about 300 000 km.
How much does the Toyota U240F weigh?
The Toyota U240F weighs about 90 kg.
What are the gear ratios of the Toyota U240F?
Using a 2000 Toyota Vista Ardeo with a 2.0 liter engine as an example: final drive 3.12, 1st 3.943, 2nd 2.197, 3rd 1.413, 4th 1.020, reverse 3.145.
What cars was the Toyota U240F installed on?
Toyota Nadia 1 (XN10) in 1998 – 2001; Toyota Vista 5 (V50) in 1998 – 2003.
What are the common problems of the Toyota U240F?
As with the similar front-wheel drive gearboxes, there were many ECU failures in the early years. In second place come the problems with the rear cover of the transmission, typical of the series. All known problems.
