Description And Operation: Description

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EOP is mounted on the exterior of the automatic transaxle.
It supplies control oil flow to engage and release friction components (clutch/brake).
It supplies ATF or generates hydraulic pressure in all sector (always active after start-up).
It variably controls the motor RPM to supply optimum ATF volume.
It supplies ATF for lubricating and cooling the transaxle.

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