The Toyota U540E 4-speed automatic transmission was produced in Japan from 2000 to 2020 and was installed on the Toyota Rush, Avanza and Cami, as well as a number of Daihatsu models under the index A4Q-D1. In some sources the all-wheel drive version of this gearbox is called the U540F, or the A4R-D1 respectively.
Specifications
| Type | automatic transmission |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Type of drive | rear / all wheel |
| Engine volume, l | up to 1.5 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 180 |
| Recommended oil | Dexron III / T-IV |
| Oil capacity, liter | 4.6 |
| Partial replacement, liter | 2.5 * |
| Maintenance | every 60 000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~300 000 km |
* — with the oil pan removed, 3.5 liters
Gear ratios Toyota U540E
Using a 2008 Toyota Rush with a 1.5 liter engine as an example:
| Main | 5.125 |
| 1st | 2.730 |
| 2nd | 1.526 |
| 3rd | 1.000 |
| 4th | 0.696 |
| Reverse | 2.290 |
Using
The transmission was installed on:
- Daihatsu Be-Go 1 (J200) in 2006 – 2016 (as A4Q‑D1);
- Daihatsu Gran Max 1 (S400) in 2007 – 2020 (as A4Q‑D1);
- Daihatsu Taruna 2 (F700) in 2010 – 2017 (as A4Q‑D1);
- Daihatsu Terios 1 (J100) in 2000 – 2006 (as A4Q‑D1);
- Daihatsu Xenia 1 (F600) in 2009 – 2011 (as A4Q‑D1);
- Daihatsu Xenia 2 (F650) in 2011 – 2015 (as A4Q‑D1);
- Toyota Avanza 1 (F600) in 2004 – 2011;
- Toyota Avanza 2 (F650) in 2011 – 2015;
- Toyota Cami 1 (J100) in 2000 – 2006;
- Toyota LiteAce 6 (S400) in 2008 – 2020;
- Toyota Rush 1 (J200) in 2006 – 2016;
- Toyota Rush IND 1 (F700) in 2010 – 2017.
Disadvantages of the Toyota U540E gearbox
- This is a very simple and perfectly reliable automatic transmission with a long service life;
- Problems occur only at high mileage and with rare oil changes;
- It usually starts with the valve body simply getting clogged with wear debris;
- Jerking when shifting follows and the clutches in the gearbox start to burn;
- Owners on forums also often criticise the short-lived input and output shaft sensors.
Frequently asked questions about the Toyota U540E
What type of transmission is the Toyota U540E?
The Toyota U540E is a 4-speed automatic transmission for rear-wheel and all-wheel drive cars.
How much torque can the Toyota U540E handle?
The Toyota U540E is designed for torque up to 180 Nm and engines up to 1.5 liters.
How much oil does the Toyota U540E take and which one?
The Toyota U540E takes 4.6 liters of oil. Partial replacement, liters: 2.5 *. Recommended oil: Dexron III / T-IV.
How often should the Toyota U540E be serviced?
Recommended service interval: every 60 000 km.
How long does the Toyota U540E last?
With proper maintenance, the Toyota U540E typically lasts about 300 000 km.
What are the gear ratios of the Toyota U540E?
Using a 2008 Toyota Rush with a 1.5 liter engine as an example: final drive 5.125, 1st 2.730, 2nd 1.526, 3rd 1.000, 4th 0.696, reverse 2.290.
What cars was the Toyota U540E installed on?
Daihatsu Be-Go 1 (J200) in 2006 – 2016 (as A4Q‑D1); Daihatsu Gran Max 1 (S400) in 2007 – 2020 (as A4Q‑D1); Daihatsu Taruna 2 (F700) in 2010 – 2017 (as A4Q‑D1); Daihatsu Terios 1 (J100) in 2000 – 2006 (as A4Q‑D1); Daihatsu Xenia 1 (F600) in 2009 – 2011 (as A4Q‑D1); Daihatsu Xenia 2 (F650) in 2011 – 2015 (as A4Q‑D1) and 6 more (see the full list above).
What are the common problems of the Toyota U540E?
This is a very simple and perfectly reliable automatic transmission with a long service life. Problems occur only at high mileage and with rare oil changes. All known problems.
