​Transmission torque converter slippage not only results in excessive heat buildup, but also uses more fuel.​

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The benefits of locking your torque converter clutch (TCC) are well known when experiencing heavy load conditions such as towing (caravan, boat or horse float), climbing long steep-hills, or when driving in softer sand.​

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By keeping the torque converter locked under appropriate conditions, auto-mate reduces transmission temperatures, improves fuel efficiency and responsiveness, and transforms the feel of the vehicle.

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Installing lockup-mate® gives you:

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• Significantly reduced transmission temperatures, especially when towing

• Improved fuel efficiency​ 10% (typical), up to 25% depending on the conditions.  The Triton has a high-slip torque converter and eliminating the slip provides significant fuel savings.

• Resolves the LIMP/self protect mode issue that affects the Triton vehicles after prolonged towing uphill (PROBLEM SOLVED!). The Challenger/Triton has a LIMP mode which is a self-protection mechanism. The transmission computer reduces engine power and limits it to 3rd  gear if it detects torque converter slippage for an extended period of time at high accelerator inputs. If the slip continues the transmission is locked in 2nd and engine power is cut! This LIMP mode occurs when the transmission oil temperature is ~120 deg C, but the warning light does not come on until 125 deg C. There is no warning for the driver of the impending self protect mode.

• Removes the 'slush-box' feel of the automatic transmission and transforms it into a clutch-less manual transmission.

• Improved TCC operation if you have larger than standard tyres​

• Improved responsiveness

• Maximum engine braking

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When enabled by the driver, lockup-mate® AUTOMATICALLY:

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• Activates the TCC lock-up when the conditions are right; but more importantly, then disables it under conditions that would put excessive stress on the transmission​.  It then, re-locks it again only when suitable.

• Enables lockup from 30kph+ when in SPORT Mode (when the right gear is chosen) and 80kph+ when in DRIVE Mode.

• Adjusts for low or high range 4WD.
   

The features and benefits of lockup-mate® 

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• Adjustable sensitivity.  Tune it to your vehicle's unique configuration or your driving preference.
   

• Choice of gear when lock-up will start [2nd-5th].  Default is 2nd gear.
   

• Locks up from 2nd gear in High Range, and from 1st gear in Low Range.
   

• LED indicator so you know when the lockup clutch is engaged, and automatically dims when headlights are turned on.
   

• In SPORT mode, it will lockup whenever the conditions are suitable (from 2nd gear).  In DRIVE mode, it will lockup above 80kph when the conditions are suitable. 
   

• Mimics the ECU's complex PWM activation method (ie, not just simple on/off PWM control)
   

• Uses the OBD2 Port, but still allows you to connect and use your favourite OBD2 device without interference (eg, a ScanGauge, ELM327 bluetooth adaptor with Torque App, UltraGauge, head up display, etc)
   

• Slip Alert feature reminds the driver to down-select a gear with a flashing LED, when the torque converter unlocks in SPORT mode
   

• AND, it means you don't need be an expert to use a torque converter lockup kit!

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Why is lockup-mate® different to other lockup kits?​

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• It is the only TCC lockup kit available that avoids 'the quirk' of the Pajero.  Learn more about the quirk.
   

• SafeLock®, which avoids locking the torque converter clutch under high slip conditions for maximum reliability.
   

• Emergency Brake Unlock, which immediately unlocks the torque converter under heavy braking to ensure there is no interference with the vehicles safety systems, such as stability control and ABS.
   

• Forgetting to unlock the torque converter clutch can result in potentially damaging stresses in the drivetrain. lockup-mate® avoids this by connecting to you car's OBD2 port to read important vehicle parameters (such as pedal position, speed, gear, 4WD mode, and RPM).  The micro-computer at the heart of lockup-mate uses an optimised algorithm to ensure the torque converter is only locked under the right conditions.
   

• It works in harmony with the car's internal digital communications network (CANBus) to read more information to optimise its operation.
   

• Safer, more reliable, more capable, and more accurate.
   

• Simpler DIY installation.

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No other lockup kit available works like lockup-mate®!

 

​Take the worry away from using a torque converter lockup kit and return the protection normally provided by the transmission ECU, but with a better (and user adjustable) lockup algorithm!

 

​Best of all, lockup-mate is affordable and will soon pay for itself in fuel savings if you tow heavy loads.

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Australian made and supported.​​​

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For more detailed information, you can read the Operation Booklet via the button.

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