Purpose/Function
The high clutch operates in 4GR, 5GR, and 6GR and intermittently operates the rear carrier by drive force from the turbine shaft.
For the high clutch, a centrifugal balance clutch has been adopted to prevent clutch drag and to assure stabilized piston thrust in all engine speed ranges.
Construction
The high clutch consists of the following parts shown in the figure.

The driven plate of the high clutch is engaged with the high clutch drum. The high clutch drum is engaged with the turbine shaft and spline, and when the turbine shaft rotates, the high clutch drum and driven plate rotate as a single unit.

The drive plate of the high clutch is engaged with the high clutch hub. The high clutch hub is engaged with the rear carrier, and the drive plate, high clutch hub, and rear carrier rotate as a single unit.

For the high clutch piston, a compact and highly reliable bonded seal piston has been adopted in which the piston and seal are molded together.

Centrifugal balance clutch
The centrifugal balance clutch is built into the high clutch.
The centrifugal balance chamber is positioned opposing the clutch chamber for the high clutch. In the centrifugal balance chamber, ATF is constantly charged through a specialized hydraulic circuit.

Operation
If hydraulic pressure is applied to the high clutch piston, the drive plate and driven plate are pressure coupled and drive force from the turbine shaft is transmitted to the rear planetary carrier. In addition, drive force is also transmitted to the front internal gear through the rear planetary gear.

Centrifugal balance clutch
When the clutch drum rotates, centrifugal force is applied to the remaining ATF in the clutch chamber to push the piston, but centrifugal force is also applied to the ATF in the centrifugal balance chamber to force the piston to move back. As a result, the opposing forces of the clutch and balance chambers are offset and the piston does not move, preventing clutch drag.
When clutch pressure is applied to the clutch chamber, the piston, which overcomes the opposing centrifugal hydraulic pressure from the balance chamber and the spring force, is pushed in the direction of clutch engagement and the clutch is engaged. At this time, because the centrifugal hydraulic pressure applied to the clutch pressure in the clutch chamber is offset by the centrifugal hydraulic pressure applied to the balance chamber, the effect of piston thrust by the centrifugal force from the clutch drum rotation is eliminated. As a result, stabilized piston force in all engine speed ranges is assured, thus reducing shift shock.

Front Seat Side Cover Removal/Installation
Initial Learning [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]Warning Sound is Activated
Lights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the ignition is switched to ACC or the ignition is switched
off, a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver's door is opened.
NOTE
• When the ignition is switched to ACC,
the “Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP) Warning Beep” ove ...
Fuel Filler Cap
Purpose, Function
Releases evaporative gas from the fuel tank if there is a malfunction in
the evaporative gas passage between the fuel tank and the intake manifold. As
a result, deformation of the fuel tank caused by evaporative gas pressure is
prevented.
Construction
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Front Drive Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the connections for any looseness.
If there is any malfunction, tighten or replace the applicable part.
2. Inspect the dust boot for damage and cracks.
If there is any malfunction, replace the applicable part.
3. Move the spline and joint up and down, left ...