Table 1 shows six common power train related problems of the 1997 Toyota Corolla. The number one most common problem is related to the axle shaft (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission torque converter (one problem).
Transmission/axle shaft misadjusted, causing clunking noise. Read details...
I had transmission flush on 1997 Corolla on Dec 31, 2008. On Jan 17, 2009, while driving, car suddenly stopped after strong vibrations. Fortunately, this did not happen on highway. The first repair shop said transmission torque converter locking up. Transmission is needed?. Read details...
Transmission fluid leak, replaced transmission line and hose. Read details...