One-Way Clutch - Front

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

For component location, refer to DISASSEMBLED VIEWS .

The front one-way clutch is a sprag-type one-way clutch that is pressed into the center shaft.

The front one-way clutch is driven by the ring gear of the front planetary carrier.
The front one-way clutch holds and drives the outer splines of the center shaft in 1st, 3rd, and 4th gears.
The front one-way clutch overruns during all coast operations and at all times in 2nd and 5th gear.