Drive Range-2ND Gear (Converter Clutch Applied)

In this range, the converter clutch is applied, the overdrive roller clutch is holding, the forward clutch is applied, the intermediate band is applied and the transmission is in Drive (D) range-second gear.

On some models, the converter clutch shift valve will not shift until the transmission is in third gear.

As vehicle speed and governor pressure increase, the force of governor oil acting on the converter clutch shift valve overcomes the pressure of M.T.V. up oil and the force of the converter clutch T.V. spring. This permits the converter clutch shift valve to open and 2nd oil to enter the converter clutch signal passage. Providing the converter clutch solenoid is on, converter clutch signal oil will shift the converter clutch apply-valve, and redirect converter feed oil into the apply-passage. The apply-oil flows between the stator shaft and converter hub to charge the converter with oil and push the converter pressure plate against the converter cover, causing a direct mechanical coupling of the engine to the turbine shaft. The rate of apply is controlled by an orifice check ball capsule in the end of the turbine shaft. At the same time, the converter clutch apply valve will direct converter feed oil to the transmission cooler and then on to the transmission lubrication system.