Transmission Identification

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The code within the "TR" space denotes the type of transmission installed.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION
D -- 5 speed overdrive
R -- 5 speed overdrive (MTX-75)
W -- 5 speed overdrive (G5M)

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
N -- 3 speed
L -- 4 speed overdrive (AX4S)
X -- 4 speed overdrive (AX4N)
Y -- 4 speed overdrive (CD4E)
E -- 4 speed overdrive (IF4E)