Low One-Way Clutch Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Low One-Way Clutch Exploded View
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rear planetary carrier |
| 2 | Low One-Way Clutch (OWC) snap ring |
| 3 | Low One-Way Clutch (OWC) |
| 4 | Transmission case |
Low One-Way Clutch Mechanical Operation
The low One-Way Clutch (OWC) is a brake clutch that holds the rear planetary carrier in one direction and allows it to freewheel in the opposite direction which eliminates engine braking in 1st gear when the transmission is in DRIVE. The low One-Way Clutch (OWC) is used in 1st gear when the transmission is in DRIVE.