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Line Pressure Control Solenoid Valve (SLT) (316): Notes

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Fig 1: Identifying Line Pressure Control Solenoid Valve (SLT)
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The line pressure control solenoid valve (normally high, 3-port linear pressure control solenoid) is a precision electronic pressure regulator that controls transmission line pressure based on current flow through its coil windings. As current flow is increased, the magnetic field produced by the coil moves the solenoid's plunger further away from the exhaust port. Opening the exhaust port decreases the output fluid pressure regulated by the line pressure control solenoid valve, which ultimately decreases line pressure. The TCM controls the line pressure control solenoid valve based on various inputs including throttle position, transmission fluid temperature and gear state.