2 - 4 Clutch
2 - 4 Clutch
The 2-4 clutch is used in both second and fourth gears, and is located directly behind the input clutch assembly. The clutch consists of the following:
- Stamped steel clutch piston retainer
- Aluminum piston
- Belleville return spring
- Clutch plates
- Steel separator plates
- Reaction plate
The above parts are held in the case with snap rings. The 2-4 clutch surrounds the outside of the front sun gear assembly and when applied hydraulically, locks or grounds the front sun gear assembly to the case.
The 2-4 clutch is a holding element. It is a multidisc clutch that provides more room within the transaxle, and eliminates the need for using a band and servo as Are used in other transaxle applications.