Transaxle Description

Transaxle Description
This automatic transaxle is a 4-speed, front wheel drive (FWD) automatic transaxle with electronic controls for:
^ electronic pressure control (EPC) solenoid for shift quality.
^ shift scheduling.
^ 3-2 shift timing.
^ coast braking.
^ torque converter clutch control.

The transaxle features a 4 element torque converter with a torque clutch and a geartrain that includes:
^ compound planetary gearset.
^ chain drive.
^ planetary gearset final drive.
^ pinion and side gear differential.

The hydraulic control system of the transaxle has 5 solenoids that control:
^ shift feel, through line pressure control.
^ shift scheduling, through shift valve positioning control.
^ modulated application of the torque converter clutch.
^ timing of 3-2 shifts.
^ engine braking during coast operation.