First-Generation FR-S/BRZ/86 Six-Speed Manual Transmission Assembly Identification

No complete-assembly supersession or cross-badge interchange is asserted. The checked catalogs retain separate 2013-2016 TL701VD90/90A and 2017-2020 TL701VD50A branches and separate Toyota/Scion and Subaru service numbers. Shifter, clutch/release hardware, mount, switches, harness, fluid and external hardware are separately serviced and must not be assumed included.

Match badge, VIN/model year, build date, exact installed service number and TL701 identification before ordering. Verify complete gearbox versus case or partial assembly; bellhousing, extension housing, input/output splines, mount ears, neutral and back-up switches, connectors/harness, shifter, release fork/bearing, slave cylinder, mount, fasteners and fluid contents. Diagnose clutch-release noise, shifter rattle, mounts, linkage and fluid separately before condemning the gearbox. On used units inspect case cracks, broken ears, stripped plugs, leaks, shaft play, gear/synchronizer operation, donor mileage, drain-fluid condition, freight damage, warranty and return terms. Support the heavy assembly with suitable lifting equipment and follow the factory procedure.

A checked remanufactured early TL70 path identifies 30099AA800/TL701VD90A and requires VIN or identification verification. Exact-number used OEM assemblies also exist. A reman or used listing must disclose generation branch, exact code, core terms, included external parts, test method, freight condition and warranty; seller interchange claims are not fitment proof.

First-generation US factory six-speed manual cars only. Match badge/VIN, model year and exact TL701/service number; 2013-2016 and 2017-2020 assemblies are separate catalog branches, and Toyota/Scion and Subaru numbers are not declared interchangeable. A transmission listing may omit the shifter, release hardware, switches, harness, mount or fluid. Diagnose clutch, release-bearing, shifter, mount and fluid faults separately. Inspect used-unit identity, case, splines, plugs, leaks, shaft play, gear operation, mileage, freight damage and returns. Support the assembly securely.

Supersede reviewed 19 unique research sources for this guide. 8 also appear above as a seller or official action and are not repeated here; 11 additional citations follow.

Research last verified 2026-07-27.

1. Autoparts toyota — trans assy tl701vd90 su00304329Open source
2. Toyotapartsdeal — transaxle or transmission assy gasket kit mtmOpen source
3. Subaru Parts Deal — manual transmission assemblyOpen source
4. Subaru Parts Deal — manual gear shift systemOpen source
5. Techinfo subaru — G4430BEV1 12Open source
6. Techinfo subaru — G4430BEV1 755Open source
7. Techinfo subaru — G4430BEV1 770Open source
8. Techinfo subaru — G4430BEV1 771Open source
9. Techinfo subaru — G4430BEV1 772Open source
10. NHTSA — SB 10060907 0335Open source
11. NHTSA — MC 10142496 9999Open source