2003 Infiniti I35FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Overrun Clutch Control Valve Operation

When the solenoid valve is ON, pilot pressure is applied to the overrun clutch control valve. This pushes up the overrun clutch control valve. The line pressure is then shut off so that the clutch does not engage.

When the solenoid valve is OFF, pilot pressure is not generated.

At this point, the overrun clutch control valve moves downward by spring force. As a result, overrun clutch operation pressure is provided by the overrun clutch reducing valve. This causes the overrun clutch to engage.

In the 1st position, the overrun clutch control valve remains pushed down so that the overrun clutch is engaged at all times.

Fig 1: Identifying Overrun Clutch Control Valve Operation
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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