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Transmission Control Systems: Description and Operation

The automatic transmission is a combination of a three element torque converter and a dual-shaft electronically controlled automatic transmission which provides four forward speeds and one reverse speed. The entire unit is positioned in line with the engine.

The electronic control system consists of a transmission control module TCM), sensors, and four solenoid valves. Shifting and lock-up are electronically controlled.