Automatic Transmission Outline

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A newly developed RC4A-EL type electronically controlled automatic transmission with four-speeds and a torque converter clutch mechanism combining advanced electronic and mechanical technologies has been adopted.
The RC4A-EL type has been newly developed as an automatic transmission with state-of-the-art technology.
In the RC4A-EL type automatic transmission, the part count is greatly reduced to lessen its size and weight. Also, a well-balanced powertrain mechanism with high reliability is adopted to improve marketability.