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Signal shape and setpoint values

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The DDE furnishes the 5-volt power and the earth connection for the throttle-valve actuator.

A bridge circuit (H bridge) is used to activate the servomotor. This permits activation of the servomotor in the opposite direction. The bridge circuit is monitored diagnostically. H-bridge designates an electrical gearshift with 5 shift elements in the shape of a capital H for shifting between.

Fig 1: Throttle-Valve Characteristic Curve
G09910287Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Item Explanation
1 Throttle-valve position in %
2 "Maximum" characteristic curve
3 "Minimum" characteristic curve
4 Throttle-valve aperture in degrees

Please note the following specifications for the throttle-valve actuator:

Variable Value
Servomotor supply voltage 5 Volts
Activation frequency for servomotor 1300 Hz
Blocking current for servomotor 4 A
Electrical power supply for throttle-valve sensor 4.5 to 5.5 V
Current draw of throttle-valve sensor 10 mA
Operating temperature range for throttle-valve sensor and servo-motor -40 °C to 140 °C