A fivespeed automatic transmission can be ordered on any fj cruiser, while a sixspeed manual is reserved for fourwheeldrive variants. Fj cruiser owners are having the most trouble with the transmission 23%, body 17%, and the engine 10%. Find a new or used toyota fj cruiser manual for sale. I own a 2007 toyota fj cruiser with a manual transmission. Shuddering transmission problems toyota fj cruiser forum well my story isnt nearly as long as some of the stories i have read here about a shuddering transmission. Is reliable and as capable as a jeep without all the maintenance issues a used fj might b e the. The vehicle engine rpm will not go below 121800rpm when the vehicle is moving unless the speed is somewhere below 5mph. This thing is one of the most reliable cars ive owned. We talk about the best options to correct the problem. The vehicle engine rpm will not go below 121800rpm when the. The toyota fj cruiser was equipped with the a750e and a750f. Fj cruiser was discontinued in 2014, making the 2014 fj cruiser the last model year.
After 2008, front seat side impact and side curtain airbags are standard. Truedelta 2007 toyota fj cruiser transmission problems. Based on the 4runner chassis, the fj had a 260horsepower 4. Not all features available on all vehicles and model grades.
The rearwheeldrive base model had a fivespeed automatic transmission. Since its an automatic, running big tires an aftermarket parts, the shift points dont line up with. But they arent without their problems though, so lets look at some of the most common toyota fj cruiser transmission problems, look at cost estimates and figure out what you can do about them. Get reliability information for the 2007 toyota fj cruiser from consumer. I just bought a new fj cruiser this evening, and noticed on the drive home from the dealer a possible problem with the 6speed manual transmission. Got toyota fj cruiser 2010 automatic, 4x4 full stock no warranty, i live in central europe.
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The 4wd fj cruiser comes with a fivespeed automatic or sixspeed manual. Car shudders at around 3545mph 17 complaints at an average of 104,120 miles in. Used toyota fj cruiser for sale in poughkeepsie, ny. The 2wd models were only available with a 5speed automatic transmission. Some owners said that flushing the transmission with the toyota. Below is an image of the transmission fluid which came out of an fj cruiser at its first transmission service at 47,000 km. Flush was done by yorks toyota in houlton, me at 97,500 miles. Im working on a 2008 toyota fj cruiser with a sixspeed manual transmission. However, excitement and capability live on with adventureready toyota vehicles like 4runner and the offroadready trd pro series. Used toyota fj cruiser for sale with photos cargurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Theres also a rattling noise when the transmission is in neutral. The worst complaints are car shudders at around 3545mph, wont go into 5th gear. The only engine choice is a 239hp upgraded to 259 hp for 2010 4.
Regular maintenance, had to replace my belt tensioner pulleys maybe a 15 minute job recently and thats it. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of toyota fj cruiser based on all problems reported for the fj cruiser. Hello i am thinking about purchasing an fj and was wondering whether to go with the fj manual or auto. As a 2007 toyota fj cruiser owner, you know you can depend on your fj cruiser for many miles to come. A750f 5 speed automatic transmission4x4 applications. The throttle management software is a joke at best and dangerous at worst. Select your year, make, model and engine to find those that fit your vehicle. Mar 24, 2020 the fj cruiser is available as 2wd or 4wd only 4wd in canada. Toyota fj cruiser forum since 2005 a forum community dedicated to toyota fj owners and enthusiasts. This issue is closely related to the transmission shudder, as discussed above. Clutch player im working on a 2008 toyota fj cruiser with a sixspeed manual transmission. Toyota fj cruiser owners have reported 3 problems related to manual transmission under the power train category. The oil on the right hand side is a sample of the old oil which came out of the transmission. To see how frequently toyota fj cruiser problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.
Toyota fj cruiser base standard transmission 2007, manual transmission clutch start switch by facet. Toyota fj cruiser is discontinued find a used toyota fj. All of the following documentation was found on the web and is to be used asis. Come join the discussion about performance, accessories, mods, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more. Truecar has over 1,485,197 listings nationwide, updated daily. The gearbox will start shifting at different revs and ultimately it will slip gears.
The 20082009 4wd automatic fj cruiser is rated at 1620. A few potential faults on the toyota fj cruiser steves auto clinic. Toyota fj cruiser transmission filter at toyota fj cruiser transmission mount. The fj cruiser is offered in only one trim level and comes standard with 17inch steel wheels, an electronically controlled locking rear differential manual transmission 4wd models only, a. Shifting issues since transmission flush 2010 fj cruiser. Autozone carries hundreds of thousands of parts and accessories. Jan 31, 2014 shuddering transmission problems toyota fj cruiser forum well my story isnt nearly as long as some of the stories i have read here about a shuddering transmission.
Trouble shooter toyota fj cruiser repairing parts motor. The toyota fj cruiser is a retro style, midsize suv. Toyota fj cruiser transmission problems and repair. Take genuine care of your 2007 toyota fj cruiser with genuine toyota transmission and driveline parts. Ra61f manual transmission seats service specifications steering column supplemental restraint system. The problems started when ive got only 3000 km on the odometer. The customer brought it in because the clutch is grabbing unpredictably when engaged and its difficult to modulate the friction point. Car shudders at around 3545mph 18 complaints at an average. Facet products are designed, manufactured, and tested internally and the external works are entrusted to selected partners, that. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 937 fj cruiser models in poughkeepsie. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of toyota fj cruiser based on all. At that time the dealership replaced the entire transmission under warranty, but at. Ok, like the title says im having a few shifting issues since my transmission flush.
Fj cruiser owners are having the most trouble with the transmission 23%, body 17%, and the engine 11%. The issues are slight slipping or not shifting exactly when it should sometimes early, sometimes late. Charging system coolant emission control engine control system. Just had to replace all the calipers and rotors and pads. Options for the fj cruiser vary by year and include keyless entry, cruise control, a rear backup camera, 4wd with 2speed transfer case, a 5speed automatic transmission 4wd, atrac active traction control and a gauge. I only got rid of my first one because i thought i wanted a car and better gas mileage, but i work from home, so that is not really an issue.
I can feel the 3rd gear catch, and makes a slight clicking noise when it does. Introduced as a concept car at the january 2003 north american international auto show, the fj cruiser. Shop toyota fj cruiser vehicles for sale in poughkeepsie, ny at. Manual transmission problems of the 2007 toyota fj cruiser. The 2007 toyota fj cruiser has 3 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Transmissions transfer cases traction aids this area is for discussion, questions and problems with the fj cruisers gear train, including topics on atrac, vsc, locking diffs, gear ratios, manual vs. Toyota fj cruiser problems find the most common issues based on car owner complaints. The fj cruiser is offered in only one trim level and comes standard with 17inch steel wheels, an electronically controlled locking rear differential manualtransmission 4wd models only, a. Please see your owners manual for further details and important. Staying true to the fj40s heritage, toyota made the fj cruiser a bona fide, rubicon trailcapable suv. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs.
At that time the dealership replaced the entire transmission under warranty, but at that time there wasnt a fix for the problem. Transmissions transfer cases traction aids this area is for discussion, questions and problems with the fj cruiser s gear train, including topics on atrac, vsc, locking diffs, gear ratios, manual vs. Engine 16% transmission and drivetrain 24% brakes and traction control 10% suspension and steering 16% electrical and air conditioning 16% paint, rust, leaks, rattles, and trim 9% other 8%. Toyota fj cruiser transmission cooler line assembly.
I have 6spd manual transmission which is a full time 4x4 with. We offer no support and can not guarantee the accuracy of the content. Owners manual om35857u no owners manuals were found for your 2007 fj cruiser. Fj cruiser overview what to look for and consider when buying duration. Toyota fj cruiser transmission problem motor vehicle. One problem related to manual transmission has been reported for the 2007 toyota fj cruiser. To see how frequently 2007 toyota fj cruiser problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. They are located approximately 8 inches from the firewall on the passenger side and 6 inches from the firewall on the drivers side. Mar 16, 2019 we discuss transmission shudder in fj cruisers. When shifting from 2nd to 3rd, it has a different feel than the other gears when upshifting. Toyota fj cruiser problems and complaints 3 issues. Consumer states both the passenger and drivers side front fenders have bulges and cracks approximately 34 inches long in the upper portion of the inner fender.