Description & Operation
NOTE:
For electronic diagnosis information, refer to appropriate ELECTRONIC CONTROLS article.
NOTE:
For Geo/Chevrolet Metro and Suzuki Swift shift interlock diagnosis, see appropriate AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICING article in TRANSMISSION SERVICING.
Unit is a 3-speed electronically controlled automatic transaxle with a hydraulic torque converter, countershaft and differential. The transaxle features 2 planetary gears, 2 disc clutches, one band brake, one disc brake and one one-way clutch. See Fig 1.
Transaxle is equipped with shift and key interlock systems. Shift interlock system prevents shift selector lever from being moved from Park unless brake pedal is depressed and accelerator is in idle position. In case of a malfunction, shift selector lever can be released by depressing button on rear of shifter console. Key interlock system prevents ignition key from being removed from ignition lock assembly unless shift selector lever is in "P" position.