Automatic Transmission

Oil Pump Description and Operation

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Description

The oil pump is integrated as a single unit with the brake 2 chamber. Pump rotation creates the hydraulic pressure required to lubricate the various transaxle parts and operate the clutches and brakes. Oil also circulates through the torque converter and cooler.

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