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Shift Solenoids 1 And 2

These solenoids are mounted on the transmission hydraulic control valve body. They are turned ON or OFF according to signals from the TCM. The gear positions are changed according to the ON and OFF condition of these solenoids.

Fig 1: Identifying Shift Solenoids 1 & 2

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