Section 1-3 · Pages 31–46 (16 pages)

How Power Is Transmitted

From the 1956–1957 GM Controlled Coupling Hydra-Matic Transmission Service Manual

Year
1956, 1957
Make
Cadillac, General Motors, Hudson, Nash, Oldsmobile, Pontiac
Vehicle
Components and Systems, Hydra-Matic, Transmissions
Type
Overhaul & Unit Repair, Service Manual
Models
1956–1957 Cadillac, Oldsmobile (Jetaway), Pontiac (Strato-Flight), Nash and Hudson (Flashaway)
Publication
A-3755
Pages
267

The four-speed planetary arrangement and the parts that carry power, then power flow traced through neutral with the engine running, first, second, third and fourth speeds, reverse and park, with a note on split torque and a power flow summary.

What this section covers

  • Four speed planetary transmission
  • Power flow in neutral
  • Power flow in first through fourth speed
  • Power flow in reverse and park
  • Split torque
  • Power flow summary
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