possible shift quality. Hydraulic conditions are detected by comparing the speed sensor
information for the current range, to the range of the speed sensor information stored in TCM
memory. The speed sensors are variable reluctance devices that convert mechanical motion to an
AC voltage. Each sensor consists of a wire coil wrapped around a pole piece that is adjacent to a
permanent magnet. These elements are contained in a housing that is mounted adjacent to a
rotating ferrous member.
Shift Selector
Fig. 519: Internal Mode Switch
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The vehicle is equipped with a column type shift selector. In addition to the column shifter,
another component associated with the shift selector is the internal mode switch (IMS), which is
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission - Allison - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &
Silverado