Operation

OPERATION

The three input clutches are responsible for driving different components of the planetary geartrain.


NOTE: Refer to AUTOMATIC - 42RLE TESTING for a collective view of which clutch elements are applied at each position of the selector lever.

UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH


The underdrive clutch is hydraulically applied in first, second, and third (direct) gears by pressurized fluid against the underdrive piston. When the underdrive clutch is applied, the underdrive hub drives the rear sun gear.


OVERDRIVE CLUTCH


The overdrive clutch is hydraulically applied in third (direct) and overdrive gears by pressurized fluid against the overdrive/reverse piston. When the overdrive clutch is applied, the overdrive hub drives the front planet carrier.


REVERSE CLUTCH


The reverse clutch is hydraulically applied in reverse gear only by pressurized fluid against the overdrive/reverse piston. When the reverse clutch is applied, the front sun gear assembly is driven.