U340E automatic transmission intermediate shaft direct gear direct clutch drum assembly

Function: Engages direct drive (1:1 ratio) in Toyota 4-speed transmissions by locking planetary components via multi-plate clutch.

Key Components:

• Drum Material: Forged aluminum with hardened steel splines (OEM 33404-30030)

• Integrated Piston: Triple-lip seal design for high-pressure stability (90-120 psi apply)

• Bearing Surfaces: Precision-ground for input shaft support

Failure Modes:

• Spline Rounding: Causes clutch slippage (P0770 codes)

• Seal Extrusion: ATF degradation leads to pressure loss (delayed engagement)

• Thrust Washer Wear: Alters axial clearance → clutch drag

Critical Specs:

1. Drum runout limit: <0.05mm

2. Clutch pack clearance: 0.8-1.2mm

3. Shaft endplay: 0.1-0.3mm

Pro Tip: Replace both drum and input shaft if splines show polishing – indicates mutual wear