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One-Way Clutch - Planetary (Low)

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Fig 1: Identifying One-Way Clutch - Planetary (Low) Components
G01608110Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

The planetary (low) one-way clutch is a roller clutch that holds the planetary gearset in first gear, (D) and D ranges. During automatic coasting downshifts into first gear ((D) and D ranges), the planetary one-way clutch freewheels so there is no engine braking.