Automatic Transmission Overhaul - A-240 "E" & "L" Series: Description

Transaxles have 4 forward speeds and reverse. Transaxle assemblies consists of a lock-up torque converter, oil pump, valve body assembly, forward clutch, direct clutch, differential, 3 planetary gear sets and 3 one-way clutches.

The A-240E series transmission shifting and torque converter lock-up are controlled by an Electronic Controlled Transmission (ECT) Electronic Control Unit (ECU). Control unit is a combined engine control and transmission control unit and is referred to as the ECT ECU.

To minimize possibility of incorrect operation of vehicle transaxle, a shift lock mechanism has also been added. For more information on shift lock and key lock system, refer to the appropriate SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM article.