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What cars have the E153 transmission?

E153

  • XV20 (1997-2001) Toyota Camry V6.
  • XV20 (1999-2002) Toyota Camry Solara V6.
  • SW20 (1990-1999) Toyota MR2 Turbo.

How much does it cost to swap a transmission?

Replacements can range from $1,800 to $3,400. Depending on the repair shop and technicians, labor charges can range from $500 to $1,200. Here’s a quick overview of the average transmission cost: Remanufactured transmission – $1,300 to $3,400.

How can you tell if a transmission is E153?

On the E153 Transaxle, the Limited slip transmission can be easily identified by removing the axles, and looking through the axle holes on the transmission. If the transmission is equipped with the factory viscous coupler type limited slip, there is a bar that is visible inside of the hole.

How much HP can an E153 handle?

This transmission has been known to handle the power and abuse of 700-800hp drag cars weighing nearly 3000 lbs over the years without a problem.

What model of transmission do I have?

Open the driver’s side door and find the white card on the side of the door that is filled with small black lettering. This card contains specific details about the year the car was made, its transmission, engine specifications and other details. Underneath or beside the “TR” symbol will be a number code.

Are Toyota transmissions good?

Lexus and Toyota — which rely on older transmissions in many of their models — were the best-performing brands in the survey. Lexus or Toyota has topped the survey since 2011.

Does Toyota Matrix have CVT transmission?

The base Matrix has a 1.8-liter engine that makes 132 horsepower and is paired with a five-speed manual transmission. A four-speed automatic transmission is optional. They like the automatic transmission, but say many rivals offer CVTs or automatic transmissions with more gears, which improve fuel economy.

Does Toyota have transmission problems?

Over the past few years, owners of Toyota Highlander and Sienna minivans with the direct shift 8AT transmissions have experienced many problems. The plaintiffs claim Toyota actively concealed 8AT automatic transmission defects according to CarComplaints.