D, M range 4GR
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- The driving force from the input shaft is transmitted to the reverse and high clutch drum and then via the high clutch to the front planetary carrier, causing it to rotate clockwise. At this point, the front sun gear does not rotate because it is locked by the 2-4 brake. Due to this the front pinion gear revolves clockwise and rotates axially clockwise. This rotation causes the front internal gear rotation to increase speed and the rear planetary carrier to rotate clockwise. Accordingly, the driving force from the sped-up rear planetary carrier is transmitted, via the propeller shaft, to the driving wheels.
- During deceleration, the driving force is transmitted from the driving wheels. Due to this, the driving force becomes the reverse of that during acceleration and engine braking is actuated.