1993 MR2's could have one of three transmissions: The N/A cars (naturally aspirated - NOT turbo's) came with either an automatic transmission, or a 5 speed manual S54 transmission. The turbo car only came with E153 5 speed manual transmission. Both manual transmissions were upgraded in 1993 with better synchro systems. Limited slip differential became an option in 1993 on E153 models. Other than that they are interchangable with any other transmission in same series from 1990 to 1999 without any modifications.
Yes, the C52 gearbox is interchangeable with the C50 and will eliminate the 5th gear pop-out that plagued the earlier box. No modifications are required. You can also use a C56 gearbox with modifications. The main advantage ofthe C56 is smooth gear changes all the way to 7500rpm whereas the C50/52 are struggling above 6500rpm.
The 1988 Toyota Camry transmission has a fluid capacity of 6.3 quarts. You can check the transmission fluid level with the transmission fluid dipstick.
Dexron III
TransmissionWell certainly you can use a transmission from a comparable year Tacoma or 4Runner, but as for the compatible years other than 2001 your local wrecking yard can help.
2000
The transmission fluid capacity of a 1996 Toyota 4Runner is 7.6 quarts when empty. The actual amount of fluid required to fill it depends on the amount which remains in the transmission and torque converter after draining the system.
It has a timing chain , not belt,, therefore, no changes required.
SAE 75/90 (synthetic is better but not required)
The fuels tanks for 2001 Chevrolet Prims and 2001 Toyota Corollas can be interchangeable with a little fabrication.
A 1996 Toyota Camry 4 cyl will need 2.6 quarts of transmission fluid. The recommendation is Dexron III, or better yet, Toyota T-IV fluid.
It is a sealed transmission, which means no dipstick. It is cheaper for the automakers to do this. Most people will trade their vehicles in before the transmission needs any fluid changes anyways.
There is no recall for the Toyota 4runner transmission. Some Toyota's have had break problems that may have started the recall rumors on some Toyota products but, there is no recall for the Toyota 4runner transmission.