Will a 7th and 9th generation manual transmission fit into my 8th generation??

[8thgencorolla11]

I am looking to replace the transmission in my 2001 corolla, but i am having trouble finding one due to that its a manual... i was wondring if anyone has used a 7th or 9th generation manual tranny on there corolla? thanks in advance.

[fishexpo101]

A 9th gen transaxle will fit - same bolt pattern. A 7th gen will not, unless you want to make an adapter plate for it (different family of engines).

Also look to 1998-2002 Chevy Prisms for a source as well - mechanical clone to the 8th gen Corolla. 7th gen Celica is another source, though I believe that some cables will have to modified to fit.

Most cases, if you are just replacing the transaxle alone, shouldn't run into too much trouble.

[Buurin]

Final drive of 9th gen transaxle is said to be 3.941. 8th gen is taller at 3.722. You will trade fuel economy for acceleration with this swap.

[8thgencorolla11]

Thanks to both of you for the great info!! i will begin with the swap this week.

[fishexpo101]

If you don't mind me asking - what happened to the transaxle that required a swap? Was it something internal to the transaxle, just excessive wear and tear on it (synchos), or something else? Just curious.