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Pictorial IndexPlanetary Gear [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The planetary gear is a mechanism which shifts the drive force from the engine.
The planetary gear consists of multiple gears which rotate individually while
revolving. By controlling the individual rotation and revolving of the gears,
the transaxle performs gear shi ...
Relay And Fuse Block Disassembly/Assembly
1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole in the position
shown in the figure.
2. Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the
figure, pull up relay and fuse block No.1 in the direction of the arrow (2) shown
in the figure, and de ...
M Position Switch [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The M position switch detects that the selector lever is in the M position.
The M position switch signal is sent to the TCM via CAN, and is used for
manual shift control and engine-transaxle integration control.
Construction
The M position switch is in ...