HYDRAMATIC Pressure Regulator

1992 BMW 735iLSECTION HYDRAMATIC Pressure Regulator

The valve body shown in illustration is from the A5S360/390R. Note location of main pressure regulator. Depending upon the reference text, the pressure regulator is also known as the Force Motor Solenoid, Variable Bleed Solenoid or PC Solenoid. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 .

Fig 1: Identifying Valve Body Components (1 Of 2)
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