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Clutch & Band Applications

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Slipping or flare-up in any gear usually indicates internal transmission element problems. A slipping clutch or band in a particular gear can usually be identified by noting transmission operation in other gear ranges or gearshift lever positions and comparing which internal elements are applied in those ranges or positions. Problem area may be detected by determining which elements are applied. By selecting another gear that does not use these elements, the defective element can be determined. See CLUTCH & BAND APPLICATIONS  table.

CLUTCH & BAND APPLICATIONS

Gearshift Lever Position Elements In Use
"OD" (Overdrive)
1st Gear Forward Clutch & Planetary One-Way Clutch
2nd Gear Intermediate Clutch, Forward Clutch & Intermediate One-Way Clutch
3rd Gear Forward Clutch, Intermediate Clutch & Direct Clutch
4th Gear Overdrive Band, Intermediate Clutch & Direct Clutch
"2" Forward Clutch, Intermediate Clutch, Intermediate One-Way Clutch & Overdrive Band
"1" Forward Clutch, Planetary One-Way Clutch & Low/Reverse Band
"R" Reverse Clutch & Low/Reverse Band
"P" Low/Reverse Band