Final answer:
The solenoid holds the 3-position, 5-way DCV in the mid-position.
Step-by-step explanation:
The 3-position, 5-way DCV (Directional Control Valve) is held in the mid-position by the Solenoid. The solenoid is an electromechanical device that uses an electrical current to generate a magnetic field. When the solenoid is energized, it creates a magnetic force that counteracts the spring force, holding the valve in the mid-position.