Continuously variable transmission
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An electronically controlled magnetic clutch transmits the drive from the engine to the transmission.
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Drive or reverse
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A belt and pulley system continuously varies the ratios and transmits the drive to the final drive gears.
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The steel belt
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The steel belt has a large number of hardened steel vee blocks which are held together by two endless steel bands.
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Secondary pulley shaft
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Placing the selector lever in "D" provides a normal driving mode, from starting off to maximum speed. Selecting "Ds" provides engine braking on overrun.
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