CHARACTERISTICS OF AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FOR TOYOTA PREMIO
Type: Automatic transmission with torque converter
Number of gears: 4, 5 or 6 (depending on model and year of manufacture)
Electronic control: Yes, via electronic control unit (ECU)
Manual Shift Mode: Available on some models
Fuel Saver Mode: Yes, on some models
Overheat protection: Yes
Gearbox types:
4-speed:
* A240E (models 1996-2002)
5-speed:
* U140E (models 1996-2002)
* U150E (2002-2007 models)
6-speed:
* U660E (2007-2012 models)
MAINTENANCE ADVICE
* Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid regularly.
* Replace transmission fluid and filter according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
* Avoid harsh driving and towing heavy loads.
* Avoid overheating the gearbox.
GENERAL PROBLEMS
* Slipping or jerking when shifting gears
* Transmission fluid leaks
* Increased noise level
* Solenoid malfunctions