Challenger V6-3.5L (2009)
The valves contained within the valve body (1) include the following:
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Regulator valve (8)
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Solenoid switch valve (7)
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Manual valve (5)
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Converter clutch switch valve (6)
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Converter clutch control valve (4)
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Torque converter regulator valve (2)
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Low/Reverse switch valve (3)
In addition, the valve body also contains the thermal valve, #2, 3, 4 AND 5 check balls and the 2/4 accumulator assembly.
Valve Body - Operation
OPERATION
NOTE: See: Diagrams/Fluid Diagrams/42RLE Automatic Transmission for a visual aid in determining valve location, operation and design.
THERMAL VALVE
The thermal valve (1) is a bi-metallic shudder valve that helps control the venting rate of oil pressure in the underdrive clutch passage during release of
the clutch. When the oil temperature is approximately 20 degrees Fahrenheit or less, the valve is fully open to assist in venting oil past the U1 orifice (2).
At temperatures above 20 degrees, the valve starts to close and becomes fully closed at approximately 140 degrees. The thermal valve is located in the
transfer plate of the valve body.
REGULATOR VALVE
