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Electronic Systems of an Automatic Transmission
Speed Sensors The vehicle speed sensor is a device that is mounted on the output shaft of the transmission or…
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Automatic Transmission Service
Automatic transmission service can be easily divided into the following areas: preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and major overhaul. Before you perform…
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Hydraulic System of an Automatic Transmission
The hydraulic system of an automatic transmission serves four basic purposes: 1. Actuates clutches and brake bands by hydraulic pressure…
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Overrunning Clutch
An overrunning clutch is used in automatic transmissions to lock a planetary gearset to the transmission case so that it…
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Clutches and Bands
Automatic transmission clutches and bands are friction devices that drive or lock planetary gearsets members. They are used to cause…
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Planetary Gearsets
A planetary gearset consists of three members–sun gear, ring gear, and planetary carrier, which hold the planetary gears in proper…
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Torque Converters
The torque converter is a fluid clutch that performs the same basic function as a manual transmission dry friction clutch…
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Automatic Transmissions
The automatic transmission, like the manual transmission, is designed to match the load requirements of the vehicle to the power…
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Transmission Overhaul
Because of the variations in construction of transmissions, always refer to the manufacturer’s service manual for proper procedures in the…
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Transmission Troubleshooting
Transmissions are designed to last for the life of the vehicle when lubricated and operated properly. The most common cause…
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Auxiliary Transmissions
The auxiliary transmission is used to provide additional gear ratios in the power train (Figure 10-13). This transmission is installed…
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Transmission Types
Modern manual transmissions are divided into two major categories: • Constant mesh • Synchromesh Constant Mesh Transmission The constant mesh…