This depends on what transmission it is. If it is a E4OD it wont work due to the electronics of the transmission needed. If it is a AODE also it wont work. Notice the E on both models it stands for Electronic. The 87 model didn't have E model transmissions in them. How ever if you have a normal AOD then it will work but depends on the stall speed of the torque converter which will most likely be different and can cause sluggish take offs.
The 4L80E transmission
Yes, Brakes can be used in Auto transmission car when the Engine is off.
Traditionally a 4spd auto.
Yes. Park on a level surface. Start the engine and leave it in park. Pull out the stick and wipe it off. Insert it back into the transmission. Pull it out again and read the level.
That would be a 4L60E transmission.
You should be able to. I have a 96 engine and auto tranny in a 91 model lsi hardtop. Everything works great.
No
Manual transmission = 2.5 u.s. qts. Auto transmission = 3.3 u.s. qts. source = 1992 Toyota Paseo repair manual
Auto
Yes, you can, they are the same transmission, the final drive may be a bit different but it's all the same, you will have to use the engine mounts from the '85 as there were some minor differences in mounts, BUT the mount points are the same.
An auto transmission provides controlled power to the auto. Basically is adapts the output of the engine to the drive wheels. There are often multiple gear ratios as speed varies.
That would be the 4L60E transmission.