I am considering buying an '89 4runner with a 3.0 V6 with a A340H automatic transmission.
What kind of reputation does this transmission have.
  • Is it durable?
    Have good shifting action?
    Does the torque converter lock up at cruising speeds for good gas mileage?
    Is the gas mileage comparable with a similar vehicle with a manual trans?
    Is it good for pulling a 3000 lb trailer?


It appears that the gear ratios are 1st-2.80, 2nd-1.53, 3rd-1.00, 4th-0.71, Rev.-2.39. The first and reverse ratios seem pretty tall, but if I remember correctly the torque converter makes up for some of that.

'89 4runner SR5, 3.0, auto (fun)
'93 xtra cab, dlx,3.0, 5spd (work truck)