Clutches - Intermediate
For component location, refer to DISASSEMBLED VIEWS .
The intermediate clutch is a multi-disc stationary clutch made up of steel and friction plates which are in a module assembly that includes the cylinder and frictions.
- Applied with hydraulic pressure.
- Disengaged by a return spring and releasing of hydraulic pressure.
- Hydraulic pressure is feed through a feed tube in the case worm trail.
- Uses a bonded piston in an aluminum housing.
- Applied in during a 2-3 shift event.
- Transfers torque from the sun gear to the planetary carrier.
- Torque transfer causes the one way clutch to engage and holds the sun gear from turning, delivering 3rd gear.