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Position of Selector Elements



4 Speed Automatic 01M

Transmission with selector elements

Position of selector elements






1 = 2nd and 4th gear brake -B2-
2 = Reverse gear clutch -K2-
3 = 1st to 3rd gear clutch -K1-
4 = 3rd and 4th gear clutch -K3-
5 = Reverse gear brake -B1-
6 = Free wheel clutch
7 = Lock-up clutch integrated in torque converter -LC-
Before starting repairs to the transmission, first perform the On Board Diagnostic (OBD)

Position of selector elements






The table shows which selector elements are operated in the individual gears. Complaints regarding poor acceleration and speed performance or generally with drive train malfunctions can be related to the table in order to pinpoint the suspected component. The table makes it possible to determine which selector elements are not operating properly.
All gears will be shifted hydraulically.
All forward gears are driven mechanically at a predetermined load and speed via the torque converter lock-up clutch.
X = clutches, brakes or free wheel engaged
H = hydraulic
M = mechanical