Transaxle Description

TRANSAXLE DESCRIPTION
This automatic transaxle is a 4-speed, front wheel drive 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 a:
^ 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