Ford Dual Clutch Transaxle (DCT) DPS6 - Video

This episode covers the Ford DPS6 Dual-Clutch Transaxle (DCT) which is used in the 2012-2014 Ford Focus as well as other Ford and Renault vehicles. This is an amazing piece of technology. This transaxle is made by Getrag and is the model 6DCT250.

Unlike regular manual transmissions, dual clutch transmissions are manual transmissions which are controlled by a Transmission Control Module (TCM) computer. To the driver of the vehicle these transmissions operate like an automatic transmission. 

Dual clutch transmissions use two clutch disks, two pressure plates, two release/apply bearings, two clutch forks, and two input shafts. One input shaft feeds power to the odd numbered gears, the other input shaft feeds power to the even numbered gears.

Other vehicle manufacturers (BMW, VW, Volvo, Renault, Nissan, Ford, Honda, Mitsubishi, Lamborghini , Porsche, Fiat, Chrysler, etc.) use DCTs in some of their cars; some are used in high performance applications due to the very quick shifting speed and light weight.

Honda AT5 Automatic Transaxle - Video

This episode covers the Honda AT5 5-Speed Automatic Transaxle which is used in many 2001-2014 Honda and Acura vehicles. This is an automatically shifted manual transaxle.

Unlike regular automatic transmissions, automated manual transmissions (AMT) are manual transmissions which are controlled by a Transmission Control Module (TCM) computer. To the driver of the vehicle these transmissions operate like an automatic transmission. 

Toyota Transaxle Fluid Level Check - No Dipstick - Video

This episode demonstrates the proper method and tool needed to check the automatic transaxle fluid level of a 2007 and newer Aisin U660E/F or U760E/F 6-speed automatic transaxle. This transaxle is used in many front-wheel drive Toyota vehicles including the Camry, Venza, Sienna, as well as several Lexus vehicles. This transaxle has no dipstick and is somewhat difficult to determine if the fluid level is correct.