Function of transmission control - GF27.60-P-2002P

TRANSMISSION 722.6 in MODELS 170, 202, 208, 210 with touch shift 

TRANSMISSION 722.6 in MODEL 203, 209 (except, 209.376) up to 31.5.03, 211 (except 211.076) up to 31.8.03, 215, 220 up to 31.8.02, 230 (except 230.474) up to 31.8.03 

Transmission control is divided into the electronic and hydraulic transmission control functions.

Whilst the electronic transmission control (ETC) takes over gear selection and the adaptation of pressures to the moment to be transmitted, the power supply control of the transmission takes place via the hydraulic elements of the electrohydraulic control 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 with the torque converter.

The electronic transmission control (ETC) makes possible precise adaptation of the pressures to the respective operating conditions and to the engine output during the shift phase which leads to a significant increase in shift quality. It is possible to reach the rpm limit in the individual gears at full throttle and using kick-down. While driving, the shift range can be changed in the forwards gears, however the electronic transmission control (ETC) prevents an unacceptably high engine rpm by means of downshift protection.

Furthermore, electronic transmission control (ETC) offers the advantage of flexible adaptation to various vehicle and engine versions. The driver can choose between the two transmission mode "S" (standard program) and "W" (winter program). These also provide different gear ratios for reverse gear.

The ETC [ETC] control unit (N15/3) monitors and shifts depending on:

• The vehicle speed
• The position of the selector lever
• Accelerator pedal position
• Program selection ("W/S")
• The state of the transmission
• CAN signals