Automatic transmission Toyota Prado
The Toyota Prado is available with different types of automatic transmissions depending on the year of manufacture and configuration.
4-speed automatic transmission (A340F)
* Used in early Prado models (until 2002)
* 4 gears: D (drive), N (neutral), R (reverse), P (park)
* Controlled by hydraulic control unit
5-speed automatic transmission (A750F)
*Debuted in the second generation Prado (2002-2009)
* 5 gears: D, N, R, P, L (low)
* Equipped with an electronic control unit
6-speed automatic transmission (A960F/A960E)
*Available in third generation Prado (2009-2017)
* 6 gears: D, N, R, P, L
*Electronic control with manual shift mode
8-speed automatic transmission (AA80F)
* Installed in fourth generation Prado (2017-present)
* 8 gears: D, N, R, P, L
* Electronic control with advanced gear shift algorithms
Peculiarities:
* All automatic transmissions in Toyota Prado are planetary type.
* Gear changes are accomplished by changing the pressure of the transmission fluid sent to the various planetary gears.
* Gearboxes are equipped with a torque converter, which ensures smooth starting and gear shifting.
* Mode “L” (low) is designed to improve traction characteristics off-road.
*Some Prado models also feature a ‘Sport’ mode which changes the gearbox calibrations for more aggressive and responsive shifting.