Technician A says ATF is used to cool, clean, and lubricate an automatic transmission. Technician B says ATF is used to operate the shift valves, and transmit engine torque. Who is correct?

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Both technicians are correct. ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) serves multiple purposes in an automatic transmission: it cools, cleans, and lubricates the transmission components (as Technician A says), and it also operates the shift valves and transmits engine torque (as Technician B says).

Technician a Says ATF Is Used to Cool, Clean, and Lubricate