Hi! Awesome work. Quick question, did you use the engine out of the xrs? Or did you reuse the engine from the corolla? Reason i ask is cause the intake manifold is different after a part of the video.
It was a bit confusing, sorry for that. All I needed was the transmission, but I bought the whole XRS and thought I might use the engine too. Eventually decided against it, and sold the XRS engine which more than covered the cost of the whole car. So it worked out, even though I pulled the Corolla engine for nothing.
Last year, I bought a 03 Corolla S for $840, runs (high mileage 250k), but trans is shot, bought a totaled 07 Matrix with 91k miles on for $250 (minus cats). Both cars are automatics. This is as close to a How To Guide as a guy can get. Thank you, Sir!
Great video; I am putting back together 5 speed transmission and engine I rebuilt 3 years ago for our 2004 Corolla; this is lots of help when final steps comes; I ordered that engine hoist, the short one, figure will be better than using the chain or seat belts; I took the engine out of the bay 3 years ago leaving the transmission in and it was a pain to do because the space, later decided to get the transmission out then drop everything in once assembled, seems straight forward, just waiting for a light flywheel clutch kit from Clutch Pro which I may or may not install, undecided yet, I got a new clutch kit too and new flywheel OEM replacement. We also got 2000 Tacoma with an apparent blown head gasket 209000 miles, i say apparent because I got compression of 180 on Cylinders 2 and 4 but zero on 1 and 3, I replaced the fuel pump and drove it for short time about 30 miles with old fluids on it, old oil, not enough water or coolant and some old gas maybe like half gallon diluted with fresh gas but I am told the combination may have caused issue in the head and valves, not exactly blown head gasket, but if I open the head I will do a complete rebuilt. Ordering DNJ kits and many other parts, radiator, hoses and engine components, only staying the old alternator, starter and power steering pump; clutch would be new too with also a Clutch Pro lightweight flywheel. The engine on that Tacoma has never been opened.
So I have a 2006 Matrix, same silver color as the one in your shop. It's almost at 199,000 miles and still runs perfect. Plus it'a super easy to work on (except the stupid c-clips on the cv axles).
This has become my today guide to do this in mine. I am noticing here you do have the wheels on, no axles, my 2004 Corolla sits outside kind of the same but I have the wheels bars disconnected because I am upgrading some of the front end parts as well; I reckon should do that first? I thought the axles would go easier with the wheels off and the car in jacks?
Yeah Rody, I threw them on because I needed to roll the car around the shop. Definitely remove the wheels to install the axles. I like the idea of doing steering and suspension first, just because you’ll have more room to do it.
@@ToolDemos This corolla also has a defective AC; it blows hot air last time it was running; blower functions full capacity but the air completelly hot, I do not know if it is easier to work on the AC with the engine out in case the core needs replacing; I ordered the core and some small components of the ac, also got freon and leak kit with UV. I got also all the AC tools most commonly used by street mechanics from harbor fright like the vacuum pump, the manifolds and accessories. The original problem for which the engine repair was done is a blown head gasket due to overheating due to low oil, burning oil like crazy; for second time wife drove the car without oil or coolant on it without even noticing the gauge until the engine blew up. The system is still sealed, unfortunately the machine to recover the freon is very expensive to buy it and use it only once, not that I have not done that before as I am too a tool freak so to speak, and of course, morally i could not disconnect the lines and let the freon into the environment, if there is any because that is no cool; I have mechanics who have told me "well, who will know??" to which i answered ME!!...I want to replace the core but it is in the center of the car and have to tear down the dashboard! I saw the video and it is a time consuming task almost same as the engine replacement and believe it or not one of the things that have kept me for 3 years from putting the engine back because I don't know if it is better to work on the AC with the engine off as it would be easier or if it does not matter; I do not have a compressor but have saved the one i need in case it is needed; would have to see how to test it. So after engine is back, the aC still needs attention and I intending on taking to the challenge...and when all that is done this car has a recall from the dealer for the passenger air bag that needs to be replaced, but first it needs to run! I like that in your video you start the car first before even putting back the coolant, in case issues. I am not a mechanic by any means and have expended lots of time reading Haynes and watching all i can find here; when I assembled this engine the head was done at the shop, the block was inspected, cleaned, surface rectified, crankshaft was work on but not really cut, just turn to get rid of the glaze just light pass and cylinder were bore to break the glaze; I used standard size everything I replaced as I have a hard time understanding about the tolerances and the undersizes or oversizes so now approaching the time to put it back and start I wonder if it would start at all and if it does I wonder if I did the job correctly; I took my time with it; cleaning the VVT head I expended hours, took it apart piece by piece, deep cleaning and super attention to assembly, same with the timing; I am shooting to get it started before the end of this month; my daughter has her driver's license test scheduled for mid September but she needs to learn manual and the clutch is light wheel one that it is more difficult to start in gear; so crossing finger here and see what i did at the end when the ignition key is turned on :)
i did same thing in a toyota celica swap twice 1zz engine 6speed transmission. and no luck both engines are damaged some like a gun machine jdm engine import from japan shiiit. now i have to try do it again.
Thanks for your question and your kind feedback, Milton. There are five important things to compare when swapping transmissions. Number one: The bell housing bolt pattern. 2: The input shaft spline count. 3: The CV shaft spline count. 4: The transmission mount locations. 5: Shift linkage Your first generation tC has a 2.4 L “big block“ engine. The second generation tC has a “big block“ 2.5 L engine from the Toyota Camry. So, your engine is more likely (but not guaranteed) to match up with the transmission from that Camry or second gen tC than it is to match up with the 6 speed that I used from the Matrix. Assuming that transmission will fit, as far as price goes, it is very difficult to say. Depending on the area you live in you could pay anywhere from $400-$1800 for a used transmission. I hope this helps to get you started on your research. If you get it working, let us know, that would be awesome!
i have a rod knock on my 03. im thinking of rebuilding the engine. its a 5 speed atm, id like to have a 6 or 7 speed in there and id like to add a turbo. have not looked into what trans will fit, with/without adapter plates and what not.
Once you start talking about turbos, that means you’ve opened up a lot of new possibilities. You might consider finding an engine and transmission from a car that has what you want and try to fit that into your car. It would be no small project but also a lot of fun.
Nice videos. You are quite skilled. I have a few questions: Did the 6 speed fit without modifying the chassis? Was your 5 speed a c59? Aren't the ratios on the 6 speed shorter than the 5 speed? Will you do a teardown of the 5 speed?
Thanks for your feedback. Here’s your answers: Yes, the 6 speed fit perfectly. No modifications. Yes the 5 speed was a C59. Yes the ratios are shorter. 1st gears are the same between the two and 5th and 6th are the same between them. Toyota just adjusted the ratios in the middle. But final drive is also different, so I can cruise on the highway faster, smoother. No, I’ve already scrapped the 5 speed. You are the first person that showed any interest in a teardown.
Have you ever considered deleting hydraulic power steering and use electric power steering rack from 2010 Corolla? Gets rid of hoses and pump. Install shorter belt and add mpg.
@@ToolDemos I have 2007 Corolla with bad Manual transmission,can I change it to automatic transmission. What has to be done to do that. Do I have to change the ecu. Sensors anything else. Appreciate your help 🙏
@@alirageef That’s a pretty big job. The ECU, the wiring harness, the transmission cooling system, the gear shifter and linkage, the center console, and the fly wheel all have to be replaced. You also have to get rid of the clutch pedal and all of the clutch plumbing. I’d avoid the time and money on that and just buy a Corolla with an automatic, if it were me.
That’s a pretty common problem, so I’ll give you three of the most common reasons for it. First, make sure that if your clutch slave cylinder is still attached that it is retracted away from the clutch armature. Second, make sure your transmission is going perfectly straight in. So you shouldn’t have a 5 mm gap on one side and a 10 mm gap on the other. Last, and probably the most common, is clocking the transmission. The transmission should be rotated to the exact position, that the engine is rotated to. There are alignment pins on the engine that need to fit into the holes in the transmission. It’s a tight fit, so they won’t go together, unless they are positioned exactly right. The funny thing is once they are positioned correctly, they slide together with almost no effort.
This car does have a speed sensor in the transmission, it goes in from the top and it is gear driven. The sensor itself is electronic and it just sends an electrical signal to the PCM, so there is no manual adjustment for it.
@@ToolDemos I forgot to specify it’s for automatic transmission. Any changes in torque if I were to reuse bolts? My old ones are all the same colour (some Toyotas have 1 different coloured bolt to install first)
@@ToolDemos thank you sir! I removed the plate to replace rear main seal which I bought since I purchased a junkyard engine… do you have your own tutorial on replacing one?
No matter if I got 1zz transmission for a 2zz engine I think is better cuz I got 5 shift with the 1zz transmission Is gonna be more fast just want know
Those are two very different engines. That newer one will fit but all of the electrical connections are going to be different. You would have to swap over the PCM and wiring harness to make it work. You’ll also have to do some troubleshooting to get it to start and run properly.
Hi! Awesome work. Quick question, did you use the engine out of the xrs? Or did you reuse the engine from the corolla? Reason i ask is cause the intake manifold is different after a part of the video.
It was a bit confusing, sorry for that. All I needed was the transmission, but I bought the whole XRS and thought I might use the engine too. Eventually decided against it, and sold the XRS engine which more than covered the cost of the whole car. So it worked out, even though I pulled the Corolla engine for nothing.
Last year, I bought a 03 Corolla S for $840, runs (high mileage 250k), but trans is shot, bought a totaled 07 Matrix with 91k miles on for $250 (minus cats). Both cars are automatics. This is as close to a How To Guide as a guy can get. Thank you, Sir!
Awesome! Hope your project goes smoothly.
You have saved me. I always wanted to learn how to take the engine out and in with the new.
That’s really cool, thanks for watching.
Great video; I am putting back together 5 speed transmission and engine I rebuilt 3 years ago for our 2004 Corolla; this is lots of help when final steps comes; I ordered that engine hoist, the short one, figure will be better than using the chain or seat belts; I took the engine out of the bay 3 years ago leaving the transmission in and it was a pain to do because the space, later decided to get the transmission out then drop everything in once assembled, seems straight forward, just waiting for a light flywheel clutch kit from Clutch Pro which I may or may not install, undecided yet, I got a new clutch kit too and new flywheel OEM replacement. We also got 2000 Tacoma with an apparent blown head gasket 209000 miles, i say apparent because I got compression of 180 on Cylinders 2 and 4 but zero on 1 and 3, I replaced the fuel pump and drove it for short time about 30 miles with old fluids on it, old oil, not enough water or coolant and some old gas maybe like half gallon diluted with fresh gas but I am told the combination may have caused issue in the head and valves, not exactly blown head gasket, but if I open the head I will do a complete rebuilt. Ordering DNJ kits and many other parts, radiator, hoses and engine components, only staying the old alternator, starter and power steering pump; clutch would be new too with also a Clutch Pro lightweight flywheel. The engine on that Tacoma has never been opened.
Thanks Rody, yeah I use seat belts a lot, but not if I need to shoehorn the engine like this one. Keep those Toyotas on the road, happy wrenching!
@@ToolDemos Will do, learning a lot from watching your channel, I definitely subscribed
Thank you for showing how to use the load leveler.
You’re welcome. I’m glad that was helpful.
Enjoyed the video series on this car. Hope to see more videos from you soon.
I appreciate your feedback, Glenn. Thanks for watching.
So I have a 2006 Matrix, same silver color as the one in your shop. It's almost at 199,000 miles and still runs perfect. Plus it'a super easy to work on (except the stupid c-clips on the cv axles).
That’s a good car!
This has become my today guide to do this in mine. I am noticing here you do have the wheels on, no axles, my 2004 Corolla sits outside kind of the same but I have the wheels bars disconnected because I am upgrading some of the front end parts as well; I reckon should do that first? I thought the axles would go easier with the wheels off and the car in jacks?
Yeah Rody, I threw them on because I needed to roll the car around the shop. Definitely remove the wheels to install the axles.
I like the idea of doing steering and suspension first, just because you’ll have more room to do it.
@@ToolDemos This corolla also has a defective AC; it blows hot air last time it was running; blower functions full capacity but the air completelly hot, I do not know if it is easier to work on the AC with the engine out in case the core needs replacing; I ordered the core and some small components of the ac, also got freon and leak kit with UV. I got also all the AC tools most commonly used by street mechanics from harbor fright like the vacuum pump, the manifolds and accessories. The original problem for which the engine repair was done is a blown head gasket due to overheating due to low oil, burning oil like crazy; for second time wife drove the car without oil or coolant on it without even noticing the gauge until the engine blew up. The system is still sealed, unfortunately the machine to recover the freon is very expensive to buy it and use it only once, not that I have not done that before as I am too a tool freak so to speak, and of course, morally i could not disconnect the lines and let the freon into the environment, if there is any because that is no cool; I have mechanics who have told me "well, who will know??" to which i answered ME!!...I want to replace the core but it is in the center of the car and have to tear down the dashboard! I saw the video and it is a time consuming task almost same as the engine replacement and believe it or not one of the things that have kept me for 3 years from putting the engine back because I don't know if it is better to work on the AC with the engine off as it would be easier or if it does not matter; I do not have a compressor but have saved the one i need in case it is needed; would have to see how to test it. So after engine is back, the aC still needs attention and I intending on taking to the challenge...and when all that is done this car has a recall from the dealer for the passenger air bag that needs to be replaced, but first it needs to run! I like that in your video you start the car first before even putting back the coolant, in case issues. I am not a mechanic by any means and have expended lots of time reading Haynes and watching all i can find here; when I assembled this engine the head was done at the shop, the block was inspected, cleaned, surface rectified, crankshaft was work on but not really cut, just turn to get rid of the glaze just light pass and cylinder were bore to break the glaze; I used standard size everything I replaced as I have a hard time understanding about the tolerances and the undersizes or oversizes so now approaching the time to put it back and start I wonder if it would start at all and if it does I wonder if I did the job correctly; I took my time with it; cleaning the VVT head I expended hours, took it apart piece by piece, deep cleaning and super attention to assembly, same with the timing; I am shooting to get it started before the end of this month; my daughter has her driver's license test scheduled for mid September but she needs to learn manual and the clutch is light wheel one that it is more difficult to start in gear; so crossing finger here and see what i did at the end when the ignition key is turned on :)
Awesome job. Love to watch the steps.
Thank you Brian.
i did same thing in a toyota celica swap twice 1zz engine 6speed transmission. and no luck both engines are damaged some like a gun machine jdm engine import from japan shiiit. now i have to try do it again.
What a nightmare.
Excellent series of videos, couple of questions can I swap the 5 speed to a 6 speed transmission on a scion tc 2007 and how much will it cost?
Thanks for your question and your kind feedback, Milton.
There are five important things to compare when swapping transmissions. Number one: The bell housing bolt pattern.
2: The input shaft spline count.
3: The CV shaft spline count.
4: The transmission mount locations.
5: Shift linkage
Your first generation tC has a 2.4 L “big block“ engine. The second generation tC has a “big block“ 2.5 L engine from the Toyota Camry. So, your engine is more likely (but not guaranteed) to match up with the transmission from that Camry or second gen tC than it is to match up with the 6 speed that I used from the Matrix. Assuming that transmission will fit, as far as price goes, it is very difficult to say. Depending on the area you live in you could pay anywhere from $400-$1800 for a used transmission.
I hope this helps to get you started on your research. If you get it working, let us know, that would be awesome!
i have a rod knock on my 03. im thinking of rebuilding the engine. its a 5 speed atm, id like to have a 6 or 7 speed in there and id like to add a turbo. have not looked into what trans will fit, with/without adapter plates and what not.
Once you start talking about turbos, that means you’ve opened up a lot of new possibilities. You might consider finding an engine and transmission from a car that has what you want and try to fit that into your car. It would be no small project but also a lot of fun.
Nice videos. You are quite skilled. I have a few questions:
Did the 6 speed fit without modifying the chassis?
Was your 5 speed a c59?
Aren't the ratios on the 6 speed shorter than the 5 speed?
Will you do a teardown of the 5 speed?
Thanks for your feedback. Here’s your answers:
Yes, the 6 speed fit perfectly. No modifications.
Yes the 5 speed was a C59.
Yes the ratios are shorter. 1st gears are the same between the two and 5th and 6th are the same between them. Toyota just adjusted the ratios in the middle. But final drive is also different, so I can cruise on the highway faster, smoother.
No, I’ve already scrapped the 5 speed. You are the first person that showed any interest in a teardown.
Another great video
Thanks David.
Where can I get the hoist hooks and bolt size?
Have you ever considered deleting hydraulic power steering and use electric power steering rack from 2010 Corolla? Gets rid of hoses and pump. Install shorter belt and add mpg.
No, that had never occurred to me. It’s an interesting idea, I love how modular these cars are.
very informative video. Thank you
I appreciate you, thanks.
@@ToolDemos I have 2007 Corolla with bad Manual transmission,can I change it to automatic transmission. What has to be done to do that. Do I have to change the ecu. Sensors anything else. Appreciate your help 🙏
@@alirageef That’s a pretty big job. The ECU, the wiring harness, the transmission cooling system, the gear shifter and linkage, the center console, and the fly wheel all have to be replaced. You also have to get rid of the clutch pedal and all of the clutch plumbing.
I’d avoid the time and money on that and just buy a Corolla with an automatic, if it were me.
Thanks for the video. 👍
You bet
very informative video
How did you get the transmission to go fluch with the block? I have roughly 5mm gap but cant figure out what im doing wrong. 3:25 for reference
That’s a pretty common problem, so I’ll give you three of the most common reasons for it.
First, make sure that if your clutch slave cylinder is still attached that it is retracted away from the clutch armature.
Second, make sure your transmission is going perfectly straight in. So you shouldn’t have a 5 mm gap on one side and a 10 mm gap on the other.
Last, and probably the most common, is clocking the transmission. The transmission should be rotated to the exact position, that the engine is rotated to. There are alignment pins on the engine that need to fit into the holes in the transmission. It’s a tight fit, so they won’t go together, unless they are positioned exactly right. The funny thing is once they are positioned correctly, they slide together with almost no effort.
@@ToolDemos how many dowel pins should there be? Worried I may be short now.
@@jakethompson3231 if I remember right, there is one on each side.
Friend, a question, what vacuum pump did you use at minute 15, what brand and model is it? Thank you.
That is a coolant filler made by Robinair link here: amzn.to/49YMYuT
I am curious if there's any speed sensor in the trany and how you adjust that.
This car does have a speed sensor in the transmission, it goes in from the top and it is gear driven. The sensor itself is electronic and it just sends an electrical signal to the PCM, so there is no manual adjustment for it.
Is it still possible to put the engine back in, with transmission still in the vehicle ?
Hi Johnny. Yes, you can do the engine separately, no problem at all.
@tool demos Where are you located at?
We live in a small town near Spokane Washington.
Nice vid .
Thanks, I appreciate you.
What is torque spec for flex plate onto the crankshaft?
Replace all the bolts with new. It’s a two stage torque sequence:
Stage 1: torque them to 36 ft/lb
Stage 2: turn 90 degrees
@@ToolDemos I forgot to specify it’s for automatic transmission. Any changes in torque if I were to reuse bolts? My old ones are all the same colour (some Toyotas have 1 different coloured bolt to install first)
@@amthevision8931 oh, sorry. Flex plate is 65ft/lbs only. Tighten in a criss-cross pattern.
And those should be reusable.
@@ToolDemos thank you sir! I removed the plate to replace rear main seal which I bought since I purchased a junkyard engine… do you have your own tutorial on replacing one?
Where can I get the engine hooks for the hoist and what size bolt do I use?
The engine hangers from Toyota are part number 12281-22021. The correct bolts are part number 90080-10161. You’ll need two of each.
@@ToolDemos thank you! 🙏
@@pablovalles3622 glad to help.
This will work for the 2zz? That’s what I’m pulling out
@@pablovalles3622 no, they are very different. You need two hooks: 12281-88600 and 12282-88600.
Could I send my car to you and have you do a full manual swap?
Wow, that would be quite the project. Also sounds like it would be fun.
No matter if I got 1zz transmission for a 2zz engine I think is better cuz I got 5 shift with the 1zz transmission Is gonna be more fast just want know
Yeah, it is a bit quicker from a stop. Also, final drive is lower ratio, so better on the highway too.
@@ToolDemos ok thanks for u answer I got 07 corolla with 1zz but I gonna buy 2zz is better. Thanks
Can I put a 2005 engine in my 2001 Toyota Corolla
Those are two very different engines. That newer one will fit but all of the electrical connections are going to be different. You would have to swap over the PCM and wiring harness to make it work. You’ll also have to do some troubleshooting to get it to start and run properly.
what year is this corolla
It’s s 2006