Transmission control, function - GF27.60-P-2002ACS
TRANSMISSION 722.649 in MODEL 216.3 as of Model Year 09 /YoM 08
TRANSMISSION 722.649 in MODEL 221.1 as of Model Year 09 /YoM 08
Function requirements for transmission control, general
- Circuit 87 ON
- Function test of ETC control unit (N15/3) completed
Transmission control, general
The transmission control system electronically actuates the actuators (solenoid valves and control solenoid valves). The valves are located in the hydraulic valve body assembly. This implements the hydraulic functions.
The function of the electric controller unit (Y3/6) basically consists in the evaluation of various input signals relevant to the transmission function. Based on this, eight electromechanical hydraulic valves are actuated which determine the gear ratio of the transmission (gear selection), and the torque converter lockup.
Transmission control function sequence
The function sequence is subdivided into the following steps:
- Basic shift program function sequence
- Electronic and hydraulic transmission control function sequence
- Kick-down function sequence
- Limp-home mode function sequence
Basic shift program function sequence
The basic shift program includes upshift and downshift characteristics for all 5 gears, designed for:
- Empty vehicle
- Warm operating condition
- Level road
- Sea level
The basic shift program can be influenced by the driver through the transmission mode switch (S16/5).
The shift programs are adapted by offsetting the characteristics, depending on:
- Vehicle load
- Change in driving resistance
- Accelerator pedal movement
The ETC control unit monitors and shifts depending on:
- Vehicle speed
- Selector lever position
- Accelerator pedal position
- Transmission mode selection
- Selected gear in transmission mode Manual "M" (except code (494) USA version)
- Signals on the drive train CAN (CAN C)
Slow accelerator release:
- Undesired downshifts in the upper vehicle speed range are prevented
Rapid accelerator release:
- Upshifting to the next gear up is prevented and only permitted again when the vehicle accelerates slowly
Electronic and hydraulic transmission control function sequence
While the electronic transmission control takes over the gear selection and adaptation of pressures to the torque to be transmitted, the power supply control of the transmission takes place via the hydraulic elements of the electric controller unit. The oil supply to the hydraulic elements, such as the hydrodynamic torque converter, the shift elements and the hydraulic transmission control, is provided by way of an oil pump connected to the torque converter.
The transmission control system makes possible a precise adaptation of pressures to the respective operating conditions and to the engine output during the gearshift phase, resulting in a significant improvement in shift quality.
It is possible to reach the engine rpm limit in the individual gears using full throttle and kickdown.
The transmission control system prevents impermissibly high engine speeds with a downshift lock-out device. Furthermore, the transmission control system offers the advantage of a flexible adaptation to various vehicle and engine versions.
Kick-down function sequence
The driver's wish for maximum acceleration is met by the kickdown function.
The kickdown function is activated as of a pedal travel > 90 %.
The "kickdown" signal is transferred to the ETC [EGS] control unit by the CDI control unit (N3/9) or ME-SFI [ME] control unit (N3/10) via the drive train CAN. Based on this information the ETC [EGS] control unit actuates the control solenoid valve so that the upshifts and downshifts take place at increased engine speed in order to achieve maximum performance.
Limp-home mode function sequence
If the signals are implausible, the transmission control system is only partially operational and switches to the programmed emergency performance map. The driver can use the selector lever to select the desired gear ranges "P, R, N, and D".
The driver can choose been forward and reverse travel, engage the park pawl or interrupt the power flow between torque converter and transmission in the neutral position.
| Function schematic of electrical system of electronic transmission control (ETC) | Model 216 | PE27.19-P-2050-97CAC | |
| Model 221 | PE27.19-P-2050-97SAC | ||
| Electronic transmission control unit, component description | N15/3 | GF27.60-P-5164ACS |