As vehicle speed increases and operating conditions become appropriate, the transmission control module (TCM) processes input signals from the automatic transmission input and output speed sensors, the throttle position sensor and other vehicle sensors to determine the precise moment to command ON the normally-low 26 pressure control solenoid and shift the transmission into Second gear. The manual valve remains in the Drive (D) position and line pressure continues to feed the drive fluid circuit.
26 Pressure Control (PC) Solenoid
The 26 PC solenoid is commanded ON, allowing actuator feed limit fluid to enter the PCS 26 clutch fluid circuit. PCS 26 clutch fluid is then routed through orifice #24 to the 2-6 clutch regulator valve.
2-6 Clutch Regulator Valve
PCS 26 clutch fluid, at the 2-6 clutch regulator valve, opposes 2-6 clutch regulator valve spring force and orificed 26 clutch fluid pressure to regulate drive fluid pressure into the 26 clutch circuit. 26 clutch fluid is then routed through orifice #22 to the 2-6 clutch assembly in the transmission case, and through orifice #4 to the spring end of the 2-6 clutch regulator valve.
2-6 Clutch
The 26 clutch fluid from the 2-6 clutch regulator valve is routed through the transmission case to the 2-6 clutch piston assembly. The 26 clutch fluid pressure moves the piston against 2-6 clutch spring force to apply the 2-6 clutch plates.
Accumulator
PCS 26 clutch fluid is also routed to an accumulator valve. The accumulator valve is used to dampen any pressure irregularities occurring in the PCS 26 clutch fluid circuit. This helps to control clutch apply fluid pressure and clutch apply feel.

Drive Range, Second Gear (Gen 1)
Drive Range, Sixth Gear (Gen 1)Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Warning Light
These lights are on the center of the instrument panel.
The vehicle ahead light comes on when a vehicle is detected ahead and a possible
collision can occur.
The forward collision alert comes on when following a vehicle much too closely.
The light flashes when a vehicle is being rapidly ap ...
Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair
Warning.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning.
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer ...
Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Gasoline/Gasoline Vapors
Warning.
Note: There are several types of plastic collar fuel and evaporative
emission quick connect fittings used on this vehicle.
Bartholomew (1)
Q Release (2)
Squeeze to ...