The Toyota FJ Cruiser was equipped with the A750E and A750F. But they aren’t without their problems though, so let’s 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.
What Transmission Do I Have?
Toyota FJ Cruiser Transmission Models
Toyota FJ Cruiser: A750E Transmission
Toyota FJ Cruiser: A750F Transmission
Toyota FJ Cruiser Transmission Replacement Cost Estimate
Pricing varies by model. To be 100% sure on pricing, have your VIN# handy and use our Get An Estimate feature to look up your transmission by VIN#.
What are the DTC codes related to Toyota FJ Cruiser transmission problems?
| Trouble Code | Description |
|---|---|
| P0705 | Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Malfunction (PRNDL Input) |
| P0710 | Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Circuit |
| P0712 | Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Input |
| P0713 | Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Circuit High Input |
| P0717 | Input/Turbine Speed Sensor Circuit No Signal |
| P0722 | Output Speed Sensor Circuit No Signal |
| P0746 | Pressure Control Solenoid 'A' Performance or Stuck Off |
| P0748 | Pressure Control Solenoid 'A' Electrical |
| P0751 | Shift Solenoid 'A' Performance or Stuck Off |
| P0756 | Shift Solenoid 'B' Performance or Stuck Off |
| P0771 | Shift Solenoid 'E' Performance or Stuck Off |
| P0776 | Pressure Control Solenoid 'B' Performance or Stuck Off |
| P0778 | Pressure Control Solenoid 'B' Electrical |
| P0781 | 1-2 Shift |
| P0894 | Transmission Component Slipping |
| P0973 | Shift Solenoid A Control Circuit Low |
| P0974 | Shift Solenoid A Control Circuit High |
| P0976 | Shift Solenoid B Control Circuit Low |
| P0977 | Shift Solenoid B Control Circuit High |
| P0985 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit Low |
| P0986 | Shift Solenoid E Control Circuit High |
| P2714 | Pressure Control Solenoid D Performance or Stuck Off |
| P2716 | Pressure Control Solenoid D Electrical |
| P2740 | Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor B Circuit |
| P2742 | Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor B Circuit Low |
| P2743 | Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor B Circuit High |
| P2757 | Torque Converter Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Ctrl Circuit Performance or Stuck Off |
Toyota FJ Cruiser Transmission Recalls
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Toyota FJ Cruiser Technical Service Bulletins (TSB)
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Common Toyota FJ Cruiser Transmission Problems
Lack of Response
Leaking Fluid
Low Fluid
Burning Smell
Grinding or Shaking
Whining, Clunking or Humming
Refuses to Go Into Gear
Torque Converter Issues
Valve Body Issues
Transmission Noisy in Neutral
Gears Slipping
No 3rd or 4th Gear
No 1st or 2nd Gear
No Reverse
Dragging Clutch
Trouble Codes / Check Engine Light
Can I drive with a transmission problem?
If your Toyota FJ Cruiser can still make it up and down the road, you might say “It’s fine, I’ll just drive it until I can get it fixed”. But that is not always a good idea, depending on the symptoms. You see, there are a lot of (very expensive) moving parts inside of a transmission, and if something isn’t right, continuing to drive with a transmission problem could damage something else.
How often does a Toyota FJ Cruiser transmission need to be replaced?
The overall lifespan of a Toyota FJ Cruiser transmission largely depends on how well it was maintained. Factory design flaws also factor into this equation, along with how/how hard you drive. But on average, we’ve seen the Toyota FJ Cruiser transmission last for between 130,000-180,000 miles. A high quality replacement transmission however, can last considerably longer if all of the factory design flaws have been addressed and the vehicle has been maintained.
How are Toyota FJ Cruiser transmission issues diagnosed?
It is fairly easy to guesstimate what the root cause of your Toyota FJ Cruiser transmission problems might be, but you won’t truly know unless you have the right tools and experience. A good mechanic or transmission repair center will be able to connect your truck to a computer and find out which diagnostic trouble codes (DTC’s) have been stored. Once they know what to look for, they can perform a visual inspection to verify the problem.
How is a Toyota FJ Cruiser transmission replaced?
In order to replace your Toyota FJ Cruiser transmission, the truck has to be lifted from the ground in order to gain access to all of the parts that will need to be unbolted. Then the transmission can be lowered to the ground (typically with a transmission jack), so the new transmission can be installed.
Recommendations for Toyota FJ Cruiser transmission issues?
To save time and get back on the road faster, have your 17-digit truck VIN# handy and you can get an online quote for a reman Toyota FJ Cruiser transmission here, then find a local shop using our Find a Shop guide to install it for you.
How to Solve Toyota FJ Cruiser Transmission Problems
Solution A: Buy a Used Toyota FJ Cruiser Transmission
The quickest way to fix your transmission problems is to simply buy a used transmission or used transmission. These can be found at most junk yards, and they often come with a 30-90 day warranty. However, there’s no way to determine the actual condition of the internal components, so you could be spending a bunch of money to have the exact same problems. Plus, that warranty only covers the transmission if it’s defective, not the labor costs that you’ll have to pay.
Solution B: Buy a Rebuilt Toyota FJ Cruiser Transmission
Another option would be a rebuilt transmission or rebuilt transmission. A local repair shop will remove your transmission, then install a bunch of new parts during the rebuild. The problem here is, the skills and experience of each transmission rebuilder will vary widely from shop to shop, so you could have problems from something that wasn’t adjusted properly. And the 1-2 year warranty might only cover you at certain transmission repair shops, in a specific geographical area.
Solution C: Buy a Remanufactured Toyota FJ Cruiser Transmission
Many owners depend on their vehicle to commute and get things done. Their gasoline engines are designed to go 100’s of thousands of miles, so it makes sense to invest in a remanufactured transmission.
What Transmission Do I Have?
What Problem Does Your Toyota FJ Cruiser Have?
Let us know the year, mileage and problem you’re having as well as any trouble (OBD) codes you’ve found. If you’ve been given a quote or paid for a repair, we’d like to hear about that too!
Goes in reverse does not want to go forward
Slips from stop to 2nd on a fast stop and go, after changing fluid
Throw out bearing rattling prematurely
It feels like major power loss. But other times it runs like you lit a fire under it. It runs terrible when it’s really hot outside. All the lights on the dash are on, have been for years. When I go from reverse to drive it hesitates for a second and if your in the gas, it’s going to catch an throw ya back. The power loss is the biggest thing.
I run big tired and use the shit out of this thing for literally everything, 170k miles. Since it’s an automatic, running big tires an aftermarket parts, the shift points don’t line up with my driving. So I’ve always driven it like a stick shift without a clutch. That could be a cause I don’t know, I’ve had this thing since 08.
If it is the tranny, I wonder what it would take to convert it to 6 speed stick like my old Tacoma
Transmission won’t go into reverse. Even in park it goes forward. Any suggestions????
All my 4-wheel drive light’s lit up on my dash.When I start fj I can’t shift out of park with out hitting shift lever hard.Cruise cont rol now malfunction when I have to engage brake.Will have to disengage cruise control and reset it.Antone have this problem.