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torque converter

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torque converter [′tȯrk kən‚vərd·ər]
(mechanical engineering)
A device for changing the torque speed or mechanical advantage between an input shaft and an output shaft.


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For the first time the new Pajero uses an automatic transmission fluid (ATF) warmer that shortens the ATF warm-up period to allow earlier torque converter lockup after a cold start and reduce friction losses.
The trick aspect of the DSG is that there are two clutches and no torque converter.
However, with a torque converter equipped tractor, he can select a higher gear ratio suited to the normal load.
 
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