CVT SYSTEM


  1. OUTLINE


    1. A K311 multidrive/Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT) is used on models with the 1ZR-FAE, 1ZR-FE or 2ZR-FE engine.

    2. A 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic system is used.

    3. A pattern select switch assembly is used.

    4. A gate type shift lever is used.

    5. A shift lock system is used to prevent the shift lever from being wrongly operated.

  2. SPECIFICATION

    Torque Converter Assembly
    Item Specification
    Torque Converter Type 3-element, 1-step, 2-phase
    Stall Torque Ratio 1.75
    Continuously Variable Transaxle
    Item Specification
    Shift Mechanism Pulley and Steel Belt
    Forward/Reverse Switching Mechanism Double Pinion Type Planetary Gear
    Pulley Ratio (Speed Ratio) Forward 2.386 to 0.411
    Reverse (Planetary gear ratio included) 2.505 to 1.680
    Differential Gear Ratio (Reduction gear ratio included) 5.698
    Shift Pattern P - R - N - D - M
    Fluid Capacity Liters (US qts, Imp. qts)

    7.68 (8.1, 6.8)*1

    7.64 (8.1, 6.7)*2
    Fluid Type Toyota Genuine CVT Fluid FE
    Weight (Reference)*3 kg (lb)

    73.5 (162.0)*1

    73.4 (161.8)*2

    *1: Hatchback and sedan models

    *2: Wagon models

    *3: Weight shows the figure with the fluid fully filled.

    Gears and Friction Discs
    Item Specification
    Planetary Gear Sun Gear No. of Teeth 40
    No. 1 Pinion Gear No. of Teeth 18
    No. 2 Pinion Gear No. of Teeth 17
    Ring Gear No. of Teeth 82
    Forward Clutch No. of Discs 3
    Reverse Brake No. of Discs 3
    Reduction Gear Drive Gear No. of Teeth 25
    Driven Gear No. of Teeth 37
    Differential Gear Drive Pinion No. of Teeth 20
    Ring Gear No. of Teeth 77

  3. MAIN FEATURES


    1. The K311 CVT has achieved the following performance through the use of the items listed below.

      Item Fuel Economy Power Efficiency Driveability Quietness Compact and Lightweight
      Pulley and Belt Type Shift Mechanism ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
      Double Pinion Type Forward/Reverse Switching Mechanism - ○ ○ - ○
      Torque Converter with Low Speed Lock-up Clutch ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
      High-pressure Oil Pump ○ ○ ○ - ○
      CVT Fluid Warmer ○ - - - -
      High-pressure Hydraulic Control Circuit (Valve Body Unit) ○ ○ ○ - -
      Electronic Control System Engine - CVT Integrated Control ○ ○ ○ - -
      Automatic Shift Control ○ ○ ○ - -
      Acceleration Improvement Control - ○ ○ - -
      Uphill/Downhill Shift Control - - ○ - -
      Lock-up Control ○ - - ○ -

      Tech Tips

      ○: Applicable

      -: Not applicable

  4. PRECAUTION


    1. Ignition Switch Expressions


      1. The type of ignition switch used on this model differs depending on the specifications of the vehicle. The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.

        Expression

        Ignition Switch

        (Position)

        Engine Switch

        (Condition)
        Ignition Switch off LOCK Off (Lock)
        Ignition Switch ACC ACC On (ACC)
        Ignition Switch ON ON On (IG)
        Engine Start START On (Start)