Non-Lockup Operation

The duty solenoid allows the pilot pressure (supplied from the pilot valve) to be applied to the "disengaging" end of the lockup control valve spool. The lockup control valve then opens the clutch disengaging circuit port to allow the lockup operating pressure (torque converter clutch regular pressure) to build up in the circuit. On the other hand, the valve opens the clutch engaging circuit's port and allows the fluid in the circuit to flow to the ATF cooler, thus lowering the pressure in the circuit. As a result, the lockup clutch is disengaged due to difference in pressure between both circuits.

This operation is performed for all the speed gears except the 4th gear of the D range.