1997 Toyota Corolla transmission swap 3 speed auto for 3 sp

1997 TOYOTA COROLLA
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GREGMINIX
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Transmission problem
1997 Toyota Corolla 4 cyl Automatic

I have a 1997 corolla and it has a bad 3 speed/ no overdrive transmission. I found 1993 geo prism with 1.6 liter motor and auto transmission with OVERDRIVE. Can I swap overdrive transmission into corolla with no overdrive currently in it. If not can I swap motor and trans. If so will I need to change computers. I think I might be getting into a mess. If anyone could give me advise on what route to take please do so. Both cars have 1.6 liter motors and I need a car badly. Also if I can use overdrive transmission, can I install switch. I have both cars and both motors run good. Thank Greg!
Nov 11, 2009 at 5:21 PM
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MMPRINCE4000
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You asking for trouble, since the 97 is OBDII, while the 93 is OBDI, the two systems are not compatible.

If 93 is Aisian A131L, then it is a TCC lockup trans, and your TCC may not be working.

If it has internal damage, then use a pre 96 A131L from a 1.6.
Nov 12, 2009 at 5:39 AM