CHASSIS — A650E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

96 CHASSIS

A650E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

DESCRIPTION
 The same A650E 5-speed automatic transmission [Super ECT (Electronically Controlled Transmission)]
used on the ’00 LS400 continues to be used on the ’01 LS430.
The internal construction of this transmission features not only the strength, which accompanies the im-
proved output of the new 3UZ-FE engine, but also has added improvements in feeling of shift change
and more efficient fuel consumption.
 A shift lock mechanism is changed to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation of the automatic
transmission.

 It is equipped with a diagnosis function, and its DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) can be accessed through
the malfunction indicator light or by connecting a LEXUS hand-held tester. For details, refer to the 2001
LEXUS LS430 Repair Manual (Pub. No. RM812U).

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Specifications 

Model ’01 LS430 ’00 LS400

1st 3.357

2nd 2.180

3rd 1.424

Gear Ratio
4th 1.000

5th 0.753

Reverse 3.431

Fluid Capacity Liters (US qts, [Link]) 8.9 (9.41, 7.83)

Fluid Type ATF Type T-IV

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TORQUE CONVERTER 97

We are strengthening parts, raising efficiency and improving fuel consumption with the use of the new 3UZ-FE
engine. The torque converter clutch supports flex lock-up clutch control, thus improving the fuel economy.

PLANETARY GEAR UNIT

1. General

The planetary gear unit of the A650E automatic transmission that has been adopted on the ’01 LS430 is
based on the A650E of the ’00 LS400.
Along with the increased output of the engine, we have optimized the specifications of the clutches and
brakes. Additionally, mechanical loss has been reduced and fuel consumption improved.

OD Planetary Gear

F0 B0
C2
F1 B3
B1 B4
B2

OD Input Shaft

F2

C1 Center Planetary
C0 Gear Rear Planetary Gear

Front Planetary Gear 189CH01

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Specifications 
Model ’01 LS430 ’00 LS400
Torque Converter Stall Torque Ratio 1.85 1.90
C0 OD Direct Clutch 2

C1 Forward Clutch 6

The No.
No of Discs
C2 Direct Clutch 5

B0 OD Brake 4

B1 3rd Coast Brake Band Width mm (in.) 40 (1.57)

B2 3rd Brake 5

B3 2nd Brake The No. of Discs 6 5
B4 1st & Reverse Brake 6

F0 OD One-Way Clutch 24

F1 No. 1 One-Way Clutch The No. of Sprags 20

F2 No. 2 One-Way Clutch 24

The No. of Sun Gear
31

Teeth
Planetary Gear Unit

The No. of Pinion Gear

OD Planetary Gear 32

Teeth
The No. of Ring Gear
95

Teeth
The No. of Sun Gear
41

Teeth
The No. of Pinion Gear
Front Planetary Gear 16

Teeth
The No. of Ring Gear
73

Teeth
The No. of Sun Gear
31

Teeth
The No. of Pinion Gear
Center Planetary Gear 21

Teeth
The No. of Ring Gear
73

Teeth
The No. of Sun Gear
28

Teeth
The No. of Pinion Gear
Rear Planetary Gear 19

Teeth
The No. of Ring Gear
66

Teeth
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2. Motive Power Transmission 99

Operating Conditions 

Shift Solenoid Solenoid Solenoid Solenoid

Lever Gear Valve Valve Valve Valve C0 C1 C2 B0 B1 B2 B3 B4 F0 F1 F2
Position No. 1 No. 2 No. 3 No. 4
P Park ON OFF ON OFF 
R Reverse ON OFF OFF ON   
N Neutral ON OFF ON OFF 
1st ON OFF ON OFF    
2nd ON ON ON OFF    
D 3rd OFF ON OFF OFF     
4th OFF OFF ON OFF     
5th OFF OFF OFF ON    
1st ON OFF ON OFF    
2nd ON ON ON OFF    
4
3rd OFF ON OFF OFF     
4th OFF OFF ON OFF     
1st ON OFF ON OFF    
3 2nd ON ON ON OFF    
3rd OFF ON ON OFF      
1st ON OFF ON OFF    
2
2nd ON ON ON OFF    
L 1st ON OFF OFF OFF     
: Operation
: Operate but is not related to power transmission
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1001st Gear (D, 4, 3 or 2 Position)

B2

B0 B1 B3 B4 F2
C0
C2 F1
F0

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Front Planetary Center Planetary Rear Planetary

OD Planetary Gear Unit C1 Gear Unit Gear Unit Gear Unit
2nd Gear (D, 4, 3 or 2 Position)
B2

B0 B1 B3 B4 F2
C0
C2 F1
F0

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C1

3rd Gear (D or 4 Position)

B2

B0 B1 B3 B4 F2
C0
C2 F1
F0

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C1

4th Gear (D or 4 Position)

B2

B0 B1 B3 B4 F2
C0
C2 F1
F0

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C1
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5th Gear (D Position) 101

B2

B0 B1 B3 B4 F2
C0
C2 F1
F0

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C1

3rd Gear (3 Position)

B2

B0 B1 B3 B4 F2
C0
C2 F1
F0

189CH03
C1

1st Gear (L Position)

B2

B0 B1 B3 B4 F2
C0
C2 F1
F0

189CH04
C1

Reverse Gear (R Position)

B2

B0 B1 B3 B4 F2
C0
C2 F1
F0

151CH09
C1
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HYDRAULIC
102 CONTROL SYSTEM

1. General

The hydraulic control system is composed of the oil pump, the valve body, the solenoid valves, the accumula-
tors, the clutches and brakes as well as the fluid passages which connect all of these components.
Based on the hydraulic pressure created by the oil pump, the hydraulic control system governs the hydraulic
pressure acting on the torque converter clutch, clutches and brakes in accordance with the vehicle driving
conditions.

HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM

VALVE BODY
ACCUMULATORS
OIL PUMP Hydr. Pressure Control

CLUTCH & BRAKES Planetary Gear Units

Fluid Passage
Switching

Torque Converter Clutch

ECM SOLENOID VALVES

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2. Valve Body

The valve body has a two-stage construction. All the solenoid valves are installed in the lower valve body.
 Solenoid Valve No. 3
Solenoid Valve SLU
Solenoid Valve No. 1 103
Solenoid
Valve SLN Lower Valve Body No. 2
Solenoid Valve SLT

Valve Body Gasket

Lower Valve Body No. 1

Valve Body Gasket

Solenoid
Valve No. 4

Solenoid
Valve No. 2
Upper Valve Body

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