Fluid Pump
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The fluid pump is located between the torque converter and the transaxle case and is driven directly by the torque converter. The pump sucks the fluid through a filter and delivers it to the main pressure regulator valve of the control system. Excess fluid flows back to the pump. The fluid pump fulfills the following functions:
- Generates line pressure.
- Delivers fluid under pressure to the torque converter, thus preventing air bubbles in the fluid.
- Induces a flow of fluid through the torque converter in order to eliminate heat.
- Supplies fluid pressure to the hydraulic control system.
- Supplies fluid pressure to the shift components.
- Lubricates the transaxle with fluid.