Brent79

Hey guyz, I understand how an auto works but only at a basic shift level. I know there is the sun and planet gears and all that, the bands & solenoids to hold the outer and inner gearings, etc..
But i dont understand this about line pressure? What does fluid pressure have to do with shifting gears? Dont the electric solenoids apply the bands and all?? What does the S5 solenoid do? Can someone please explain this too me?

Thanks!

Brent

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Aussiblue

S5 controls the signal pressure to the clutch and band regulator and controls the shift pressure. Normally the band and clutch regulators are switched off and full line pressure is applied and pushes oil from S5 between the regulator valve and plunger. Essentially it ensures a smooth rather than jerky gear shift or as the manual say " Converter clutch apply and release feel is made smooth by electronically varying S5 pressure."

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TopGhia

Brent,

Have a read of this:-
http://www.howstuffworks.com/automat...nsmission6.htm

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