Table of Contents E70Transmissions Subject Page New Transmissions for E70 .5 Changes.5 Technical Data.6 Gearbox Variant.6 Electronic Transmission Control .8 GearSelectorLever(GWS).10 Operation and Functions .10 Haptic Locks.11 Manual Gate, Sport Program (M/S).13 Parking Lock"P".13 Automatic Downshift from "M/S" .13 Interface to EGS .14 Definition of Messages.14 Communication.14 Safe Status for Sending .14 Indicator in the Gear Selector Lever.15 Flashing of a Position LED .15 Indicator Flashing Through Diagnosis .15 Secure Indicator Status.15 Park and Unlock Button .16 Evaluating the P-button.16 Evaluating the Unlock Button.17 Components.17 Sensors .17 Actuators .17 Emergency Release of Parking Lock.18 GA6HP19/26TU Gearbox .19 Casing and Intermediate Plate.19 Torque Converter.20 Clutches.21 Mechatronics Module.22 Converter lockup clutch connection stages .22 Target gear allocation dependent on accelerator pedal gradient . .24 Shift Speed Characteristics .26 Torque Intervention .26 LIN-Bus Module .26 Initial Print Date: 10/06 Revision Date: Subject Page Electronic-hydraulic Control .26 Torque Converter Control.27 Variable Cooling Oil Flow.27 System Pressure in Reverse Gear.28 Clutch Valves.28 Solenoid Valves (MV).28 Electronic Pressure Control Valves (EDS) .28 Gear Selector Lever.30 Emergency Release of Parking Lock .30 Subject Page Transmissions Model: E70 Production: From Start of Production ■BIICTItfIS After completion of this module you will be able to • Describe changes to E70 Automatic Transmissions • Understand GWS Operation 4 E70 Transmissions NewTransmissions for E70 The GA6HPTU gearbox is a further development of the known automatic gearbox GA6HP. The re-engineered automatic gearbox provides a distinct boost in dynamics while at the same time improving fuel consumption and pollutant emission. The E70 is equipped with an electric gearshift system similarto the system in the E65. In this case, however, the automatic gearbox is not operated from a steering column stalk but rather from a selector lever that is located in the standard position on the center console. The shift pattern is largely modeled on a conventional gearshift with mechanical link to the automatic gearbox. The electronic transmission control (EGS) has been adapted to the changes/modifications. This reference manual only deals with the changes and modifications to the GA6HP gearbox. Changes The automatic gearbox GA6HPTU forthe E70 has been reengineered in terms of the following points: • Torque converter with turbine-torsion damper • Clutch E • Adapted electronic transmission control (EGS) • Faster hydraulics through new pressure regulator • Electric gearshift 5 E70 Transmissions Technical Data GA6HP19TU GA6HP26TU Type of gearbox Passenger vehicle automatic gearbox with 6 forward speeds and 1 reverse gear in standard arrangement. Transmission output in [kW] 225 300 Transmission output in [Nm] 400 650 Torque converter W240RTTD W270RH-4GWKTTD Maximum permissible continuous speed of torque converter in rpm 7000 7000 Transmission Ratios 1st gear 4.171 2nd gear 2.340 3rd gear 1.521 4th gear 1.143 5th gear 0.867 6th gear 0.691 Reverse 3.403 Gearbox weight (kg) including oil 77.0 92.0 Control Electro-hydraulic with electronic transmission control Towing range 500 km at up to 80 km/h 500 km at up to 80 km/h Maximum uphill/downhill gradient while driving 50% 50% Maximum uphill gradient, starting off (in forward or reverse) 32% 32% Gearbox Variant Model Engine Transmitted torque GA6HP19TU X5 3.0i (E70) N52B30O1 400 Nm GA6HP26TU X5 4.8i (E70) N62B4801 650 Nm 6 E70 Transmissions Electronic Transmission Control The following diagram shows the interconnection of the electronic transmission control with the gear selector lever and the interfaces in the vehicle. 8 E70 Transmissions Index Explanation Index Explanation 1 EGS control module 7 Car Access System (CAS) 2 DSC control module 8 Accelerator pedal module 3 ECM (DME) 9 Brake light switch 4 J unction Box control unit 10 Steering column switch cluster 5 EM F 11 Instrument cluster 6 Gear Selector Lever (GWS) 9 E70 Transmissions Gear Selector Lever (G WS) The automatic gearbox in the E70 is operated by means of an electric gearshift system. This system is already known from the E65. Unlike in the E65,the gear selector lever in the E70 is not on the steering column but rather in the usual position on the center console. Index Explanation Index Explanation 1 Parking lock button 4 Selector lever 2 Indicator 5 Sport button for EDC 3 Unlock button 6 Parking brake The gear selector lever consists of the selector lever itself with indicator and the housing with the control unit. Operation and Functions The shift pattern is modeled on the conventional BMW automatic gearbox. It features an automatic gate and a manual gate. 0 nly the parking lock is not engaged by pushing the selector leverforward but rather by pressing a button at the top of the selector lever. The selector lever is monostable in both gates (manual and automatic). This means, after being moved, the selector lever always returns to its initial position. In the manual gate this is the same as automatic gearboxes with Steptronic. 10 E70 Transmissions In addition to the one-touch function, the selector lever can also be pushed in the automatic gate. This is comparable to the function of the direction indicator stalk in the E90. The drive range is changed by tapping the selector lever. A direct change from "D" to "R" or vice versa can be achieved by tapping the selector lever twice or by pushing the lever. The Unlock button is located on the left-hand side of the selector lever. Haptic Locks Electrically controlled, mechanically actuated locks ensure that the selector lever can only be pushed in the logically possible direction, e.g. only forward from "D". These locks are also used forthe shift lock function, i.e. when a drive range can be engaged only by pressing the unlock button. The selector lever is not locked if it is necessary to depress the service brake in orderto engage a drive range for example. Instead, the function is not executed and a message appears in the on-board monitor indicating: "Press brake to engage gear". The lock for moving the leverforward differs from the lock for moving the lever back. The forward lock is a double lock and can therefore prevent over-pressing the lever when a flick is possible. In contrast to this, the backward lock can only completely prevent the movement. Wheneverthe selector lever can be pulled back, it can also be pulled back beyond the stop even if it no longer has a function. The following graphics illustrate the operating options. The arrows indicate: • Yellow arrow - M ovement possible only with unlock button pressed. • Grey arrow - M ovement not possible. • Green arrow - M ovement possible. 11 E70 Transmissions Operating options of the gear selector lever Shift from "P 1 A drive range or neutral "N" can be engaged from "P" only with the unlock button pressed and the service brake depressed. • Fully pressing forward selects the drive stage "R". • Pressing forward selects the neutral position "N". • Pressing back selects the drive range "D". • Fully pressing back is possible but has no function as "D" has already been engaged at this time. The selector lever is not locked if the brake pedal is not locked - movement is possible but the EGS will not engage the drive range or "N". Operating options oft he gear selector lever Shift fn Dm "N" Pressing forward selects the drive stage "R".This is possible only with the unlock button pressed. • Pressing back selects the drive range "D". • Fully pressing back is possible but has no function as "D" has already been engaged at this time. Engaging a drive range from "N" at a speed < 5 km/h is possible only with the service brake pressed. The selec¬ tor lever, however, is not locked. At a speed > 5 km/h, the drive range can be engaged in the corresponding direction without having to press the brake pedal. Operating options oft he gear selector lever Shift fn Dm "D" Fully pressing forward selects the drive stage "R". This is possible only with the unlock button pressed.The EGS engages drive range "R" only when the service brake is pressed and the speed is <5 km/h. Otherwise "N" is selected.The selec¬ tor lever is therefore not locked. Pressing forward selects the neutral position "N". Pressing back is prevented by a lock. Pressing to the left selects the "M/S" gate. 12 E70 Transmissions Operating options of the gear selector lever Shift from "R" • Pressing forward is prevented by a lock. The EGS engages drive range "D" only when the service brake is pressed. Otherwise "N" is selected.The selec¬ tor lever is therefore not locked. Pressing back selects the neutral position "N". Pressing fully back selects the drive range "D". Manual Gate, Sport Program (M/S) As before, the sport program is engaged by shifting the selector leverto the left. The selector lever locks in this position. The sport program can only be engaged from "D". Parking Lock "P" The parking lock "P" is engaged by pressing the button at the top of the selector lever when the vehicle speed is < 2 km/h. The gearbox also automatically selects "P" as soon as the engine is turned off and "N" is not engaged. Automatic Downshiftfrom "M/S" The automatic downshift function returns the selector leverfrom the "M/S" gate to the automatic gate. This occurs, for example, when the EGS signals gearbox position "P" as is the case when the engine is shutdown orthe "P" button is pressed. The selector lever remains locked in the "M/S" gate only if "S" or "M" mode is actually active while driving in forward direction orthe automatic downshift is defective or receives no power supply. 5 downshift attempts are executed at intervals of approximately 5 seconds if the selector lever is blocked from the outside, e.g. by an object. If the downshift cannot be executed, the check control message: "M ove selector lever back into automatic gate" appears aftertwo attempts. A fault code memory entry is generated. 13 E70 Transmissions Interface to EGS With the aim of increasing availability, the gear selector lever position is sent via the PT-CAN and LIN-bus. This means, a signal is still sent to the EGS should the PT-CAN fail. This is not necessary for safety reasons. Safety is guaranteed by neutrally complementary signals or alive counters. The gear selector switch (GWS) is woken by a high-level on the PT-CAN wake-up line. The GWs itself has no active wake-up capabilities. Definition of Messages Interface From To Message PT-CAN GWS EGS Gear selector lever operation PT-CAN EGS GWS Show gearbox data LIN-bus GWS EGS Gear selector lever operation LIN-bus EGS GWS Show gearbox data Communication The data blocks are sent both event controlled as well as cyclically on the PT-CAN. They are sent only cyclically on the LIN-bus. Complementary signals are sentforthe purpose of securing the transmission link. These signals are compared with the actual signals in the respective receive control unit. Alive counters serve the purpose of detecting defects in the transmit control unit. The alive counter in the respective receive control unit is monitored to establish whether it remains at a constant value. A plausibility check between the signals of the PT-CAN transmission and of the LIN-bus does not take place in the receive control unit. Safe Status for Sending If a GWS-internal plausibility check determines that the position of the selector lever can be transmitted incorrectly, the system assumes the safe status for sending the message "Operation of gear selector lever". Consequently, all signals of this message are sent invalid on the PT-CAN and the LIN-bus. If it is not possible to ensure that the signals can be sent invalid, the sending of these messages is completely deactivated. 14 E70 Transmissions Indicator in the Gear Selector Lever The task of the indicator in the gear selector lever (GWS) is to reliably indicate the drive range currently engaged. The indicator consists of the locator light that represents the shift pattern and the function lighting. This comprises the various position LEDs that indicate the drive range currently engaged. The function lights in the gear selector lever are controlled by the "Indicate gearbox data" message sentfrom the EGS. It is necessary to monitorthe function lighting. Forthis purpose, the indication is read back and compared with the required indication. The indicator is active as soon as bus communication is active on the PT-CAN orthe LIN-bus. Flashing of a Position LED A position LED flashing draws the driver's attention to incorrect operation. The locator lighting remains constant and does notflash. The flashing action is triggered by an EGS signal. The frequency is 0.5 Hz. Indicator Flashing Through Diagnosis The entire function lighting can be made to flash at a frequency of 1 Hz for approximately 10 seconds by means of a diagnosis job fortesting the indicator. Secure Indicator Status The indicator is a safety-relevant function so that incorrect indication must be prevented. The system assumes the secure indicator status if the possibility of an incorrect indication cannot be ruled out. The function lighting is switched off forthis purpose. The locator lighting remains switched on. Transferto the secure status can be triggered by two events: • Defective communication on the bus or • An internal defect in the gear selector lever The main transmission path to the EGS is the PT-CAN. If the "Display gearbox data" message is not received correctly on the PT-CAN, the gear selector lever will change over to the LIN-bus. If, after changing overto the LIN-bus, a fault is also detected on this communication path, the system will assume the secure status. The plausibility check of the LIN-bus is constantly executed in the background. If it is necessary to change overto the LIN-bus in the event of a defect, it is possible to switch directly to the secure indicator state if the system detects beforehand that there are problems with the communication on the LIN-bus. 15 E70 Transmissions A fault code entry is generated in response to changing overto the secure status due to communication problems. This fault situation is irreversible. If the "Display gearbox data" message is received correctly again, the indicator will be activated normally once again after 2 seconds. The gear selector lever immediately changes overto the secure indicator status if the diagnostic function in the gear selector lever detects an implausibility regarding the indicator. In this case, a corresponding fault code entry is generated. This fault case is not reversible until the next time the gear selector lever assumes sleep mode. Park and Unlock Button Evaluating the P-button The P-button sends the driver's choice to apply the parking lock to the EGS. • The P-button is read by means of two contacts in inverse logic. • The two contacts are evaluated in separate logic and represented by the two signals PI and P2 independent of each other. • Before being sent, the P2 signal is inverted in the gear selector lever. • The two contacts in the gear selector lever are compared for diagnostic purposes. A fault code entry is stored if different contacts are applied for longer than 2 seconds. • An internal diagnostic function in the gear selector lever detects a defective contact and enters a corresponding fault code in the fault code memory. • The button sticking is detected when at least one contact is applied for longerthan 2 minutes. • The PI and P2 signals are sent independent of each other on the PT-CAN and redundantly on the LIN-bus to the EGS. • Due to the confirmation tolerances, one signal can be sent as confirmed before the other. If the required conditions are met (speed, etc.), the EGS will engage the parking lock when at least one signal (PI and/or P2) was sent as confirmed. 16 E70 Transmissions Evaluating the Unlock Button The lock to shift to "R" or out of "P" is released by pressing the unlock button. • The unlock button is read by means of two contacts in inverse logic. • The two contacts in the gear selector lever are compared for diagnostic purposes. A fault code entry is stored if different contacts are applied for longerthan 2 seconds. • An internal diagnostic function in the gear selector lever detects a defective contact and enters a corresponding fault code in the fault code memory. • Before being sent, the P2 signal is inverted in the gear selector lever. • The button sticking is detected when at least one contact is applied for longerthan 2 minutes. • Both signals are sent on the PT-CAN and redundantly on the LIN-bus to the EGS as soon as a contact is detected as confirmed. Components Sensors The selector lever position is detected without contact with the aid of seven Hall sensors for detecting the selector lever position in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle as well as four Hall sensors for detecting the selector lever position in the transverse direction of the vehicle. In the event of one individual sensor failing, the software in the gear selector lever is still capable of calculating the correct position of the selector lever. Actuators Three actuators are used. A motor with subsequently connected gear mechanism is used forshifting out ofthe "M/S" gate and forthe lock (inhibit)to "M/S". A bi-directional spring-centered double magnet is used forthe inhibit in "R" direction. A single magnet with spring reset is used forthe inhibit in "D" direction. The actuators do not inhibit the shift to "R" and "D" in the case of fault or if no power is applied. 17 E70 Transmissions Emergency Release of Parking Lock In the case of emergency (e.g. failure of the system voltage), the parking lock can be released by correspondingly operating the emergency release. To access the emergency release, the rubber inlay in the front cup holder is first removed and then the cover released by turning in counter-clockwise direction. The emergency release is now accessible. The vehicle tool kit includes a handle forthe emergency release. This handle is inserted in the emergency release. The parking lock is released by turning in clockwise direction. The emergency release is locked by pressing down on the handle. The handle forthe emergency release of the parking lock is also used forthe emergency release of the electro-mechanical parking brake. In the event of the system voltage failing, first release the electro-mechanical parking brake (EM F) as the handle remains in the emergency release. Note: Do not remove the handle from the emergency release while the vehicle is being towed as this will reengage the parking lock. Releasing the parking lock with the emergency release generates a fault code entry in the EGS: "Parking lock release error" 18 E70 Transmissions GA6HP19/26TU Gearbox The gearbox has been optimized in terms of gearshift comfort, dynamics and reducing fuel consumption. Index Explanation Index Explanation 1 Torque converter with TTD and lock-up clutch 6 Drive clutch E 2 Oil pump 7 Brake clutch C 3 Single gear train 8 Brake clutch D 4 Drive clutch A 9 Double gear train 5 Drive clutch B 10 Output flange Casing and Intermediate Plate The casing and the intermediate plate of the GA6HPTU gearbox have been adapted to the new hydraulic unit and the resulting channel arrangement. The GA6HPTU gearbox is a reengineered version of the 6-speed automatic gearboxthat was introduced in the E65 and since then used in all model series. The modifications are specifically targeted at achieving higher dynamics, lowerfuel consumption and reduced pollutant emissions. 19 E70 Transmissions Torque Converter A new torque converter is used in the GA6HPTU gearbox. This torque converter contains an effective torsion damper system known as the turbine-torsion damper (TTD). This is a classic torsion damper, in which the primary side (engine side) is fixed to the tur¬ bine wheel of the torque converter. This arrangement brings about an increase in the flywheel mass on the primary side thus distinctly improving the damping properties. V Index Explanation Index Explanation 1 Annular spring plate 5 Impeller 2 Converter lockup clutch piston 6 Stator 3 Converter housing 7 Gearbox input shaft 4 Turbine wheel 20 E70 Transmissions With the converter lockup clutch disengaged, i.e. in converter mode, the powerflow from the turbine wheel does not take place in the usual mannerto the transmission input shaft. The turbine wheel transmits the powerto the primary side of the torsion damper. The secondary side of the turbine-torsion damper is connected to the input shaft of the gearbox. Since the converter transmits no vibrations, the torsion damper need not perform any damping work. In this case it functions virtually as a rigid transmission element. When the converter lockup clutch is engaged, the power is transmitted directly from the clutch to the primary side of the turbine torsion damper. Due to the rigid connection to the turbine wheel of the torque converter, the flywheel mass is increased on the primary side. The power is transmitted via the turbine-torsion damperto the input shaft of the gearbox. Torsional vibration is filtered out very effectively. With this system, it is possible to engage (close) the converter lockup clutch much earlier without having to take any deterioration in comfort into account. This arrangement directly connects the gearboxto the engine, resulting in a boost in dynamics as well as a reduction in fuel consumption and exhaust emissions. Clutches The clutch E has been reworked. The clutch E is a drive clutch that connects the ring gear of the single planetary geartrain with the long planet gear of the double planetary geartrain. It is closed in fourth, fifth and sixth gear. The lining of clutch E is made from a new material that offers greater stability in terms of vibration and squeaking. 21 E70 Transmissions Mechatronics Module Converter lockup clutch connection stages The ability of the new torque converterto dampen torsional vibration with the turbine torsion damper is used to keep the converter lockup clutch closed as often as possible. This means the gearbox is connected directly to the engine. A general statement as to under what conditions the converter lockup clutch is disengaged (open) or engaged (closed) can still not be made as this depends on very many factors. • Load choice signal (accelerator pedal position) • Engine load status • Vehicle speed • Transmission fluid temperature • Selected gearshift program The following graphic, however, shows the strategy as to when the converter lockup clutch should be disengaged or engaged, i.e. when converter lockup clutch control is required. Index Explanation Index Explanation X Vehicle speed 2 Low slip Y Accelerator pedal position 3 High slip 1 Converter lockup clutch engaged As the previous graphic illustrates, the converter lockup clutch is engaged (closed) (1) over large ranges during vehicle operation. The clutch is only controlled in the low speed ranges (2 +3). Greater slip (3) is permitted in response to high load requirements in orderto avoid the generation of noise and vibration. 22 E70 Transmissions When the load requirement is low, the slip at the converter lockup clutch is also kept low to enable a more direct connection. For reasons of simplicity, the previous graphic does not illustrate when the converter lockup clutch is open, e.g. when the vehicle is stationary or when starting off. The driver experiences the direct link from the engine to the gearbox as a distinct boost in dynamics. Output speed follows the engine speed when the foot is pressed down and lifted off the accelerator. There is no familiar jump in engine speed as illustrated in the following graphic. Index Explanation Index Explanation X Time 2 Slip Y Accelerator pedal position 3 Previously: engine speed with TCC slip Z Engine speed 4 New: engine speed with direct connection 1 Load 5 Output speed 23 E70 Transmissions Target gear allocation dependent on accelerator pedal gradient Target gear allocation dependent on the accelerator pedal gradient replaces the previous target gear allocation system dependent on the accelerator pedal forthe purpose of shifting down while accelerating. In the case of accelerator-dependent target gear allocation, based on the respective downshift characteristic curves, the EGS determines whether a downshift is necessary while accelerating. X Index Explanation X Time y Accelerator pedal position 1 1st downshift characteristic 2 2nd downshift characteristic 3 3rd downshift characteristic The gearbox shifts down by one gear if the accelerator pedal is pressed and the first downshift characteristic is reached within a certain time. If the accelerator pedal is pressed further, the gearbox shifts down again to the second downshift characteristic and again to response to the third downshift characteristic. In the case of accelerator pedal gradient dependent target gear allocation, the EGS deter¬ mines the target gear already at the first downshift characteristic. The accelerator pedal gradient is used forthis purpose. This is the angle the movement of the accelerator pedal currently described or expressed more simply, the speed at which the accelerator pedal is depressed. 24 E70 Transmissions The target gear which is now determined in connection with the first downshift characteristic is engaged by a multiple downshift function. This serves as a boost to overall dynamics as the corresponding gear is engaged earlier and the interruption in tractive power is minimized. y 4 / 5 / 6 (* Index Explanation X Time y Accelerator pedal position a Accelerator pedal gradient 1 1st downshift characteristic 2 2nd downshift characteristic 3 3rd downshift characteristic 4 Accelerator pedal movement 5 M ultiple downshift 6 Dynamics boost 25 E70 Transmissions S hift S peed C haracteristics The transmission control now has three different shift speed levels known as quickshift 1, 2 and 3. The higherthe level, the fasterthe gearshift. The respective shift speed level is selected as a function of the selected drive program ("D", "S" or "M") and the accelerator pedal gradient, i.e. as a function of the speed at which the pedal is depressed. The table below shows an overview of the shift speed levels: D S M Quickshift 0 Comfortable • - - Quickshift 1 Comfortable and fast • • • Quickshift 2 Sport - • Torque Intervention When shifting gear at low load or when coasting, the EGS sends a so-called torque pulse to the engine management in orderto achieve a torque intervention. This is negative when upshifting so that the engine speed is reduced. When downshifting while coasting, the torque intervention is positive in orderto boost the engine speed. This torque inter¬ vention facilitates smooth gearshifts without the torque converter having to intervene in this task. LIN-Bus Module The EGS now contains a LIN-bus module for communication with the gear selector lever (GWS). Electronic-hydraulic Control The electronic-hydraulic control installed in the GA6HP19/26TU has been optimized in the following areas with regard to faster gearshift operations and higher efficiency. • Torque converter control • Cooling oil flow • System pressure in "R" • Clutch valves • Electronic pressure control valves The electronic-hydraulic control now has only two solenoid valves but seven electronic pressure control valves. 26 E70 Transmissions Torque Converter Control The torque converter control including the converter lockup clutch has undergone distinct improvements with regard to the control capabilities under all conditions. It is equipped with a new pressure regulator. Raised converter pressure (increased from approximately 0.5 barto 1 bar at the low end) ensures faster control ofthe converter lockup clutch particularly at low temperatures. The oil feed comes from the primary connection ofthe main pressure control valve, thus improving control at low speeds. The converter lockup clutch is now engaged with a backpressure in order to proportionate more effectively. Variable Cooling Oil Flow The flow of cooling oil is variable in orderto reduce power losses. No cooling is required forthe clutch faces when the converter lockup clutch is engaged (closed). The flow of cooling oil can be reduced in this state thus also reducing the pump power. The flow of cooling oil is controlled by the main pressure and can vary between 10 l/min and 15 l/min 27 E70 Transmissions System Pressure in Reverse Gear The system pressure that is applied in reverse gear has been increased from 15 barto 16 bar. This change caters forthe highertorque and the higher possible total weight. It ensures that clutch slip is prevented even in extreme situations (e.g. uphill gradient with trailer). Clutch Valves The clutch valves now exhibit a smaller control space. This facilitates a more sponta¬ neous response as the time required until the clutch valve reacts to the control pressure applied bythe EDS is shorter.This results in distinctly shorter gearshift times. Solenoid Valves (MV) Two solenoid valves are mounted on the hydraulic selector unit. These valves are designed as 3/2-way valves, i.e. valves with three connections and two switch positions. The solenoid valves are controlled bythe electronic transmission control (EGS) and assume the "opened" or "closed" positions making it possible to switch overthe hydraulic valves. The two solenoid valves are used forthe electronically switched parking lock. One solenoid valve controls the valve forthe parking lock and the other solenoid valve locks the cylinderforthe parking lock. Electronic Pressure Control Valves (EDS) The electronic pressure control valves convert electrical current into a proportional hydraulic pressure. They are driven bythe EGS and operate the hydraulic valves belong¬ ing to the shift elements. The solenoid valve that the EDS (4) in the predecessor model assigned to the clutches (D and E) depending on the gearto be shifted is no longer required. Instead another electronic pressure control valve is used so that each clutch is now controlled by its own electronic pressure control valve. The pressure control valve 7 maintains a constant system pressure during the gearshift operations, thus making shorter shift times possible. The tasks of the electronic pressure control valves are listed in the following: EDS Valve Influence on shift element l Drive clutch A 2 Converter lockup clutch 3 Drive clutch B 4 Drive clutch E 5 Drive clutch C 6 Drive clutch D 7 System pressure 28 E70 Transmissions Three different electronic pressure control valves (EDS) are now installed which are all resistant to low temperatures. They enable stable presentation of the gearshift requirements even at low temperatures and when the transmission fluid is cold: Electronic Pressure Control Valves (EDS) EDS with rising characteristic Electronic pressure control valves 1, 2: Orange cap, rising characteristic Technical data: • Pressure range 0 to 4.7 bar (0 mA = 0 bar, 700 mA = 4.7 bar) • Supply voltage 12 V • Resistance 5.05 Ohm (at20 °C) EDS with rising characteristic Electronic pressure control valves 4, 5, 6: Yellow cap, rising characteristic Technical data: • Pressure range 0 to 4.6 bar (0 mA = 0 bar, 700 mA = 4.6 bar) • Supply voltage 12 V • Resistance 5.05 Ohm (at20 °C) EDS with falling characteristic In Im. lM Mn 1 fll jBUi Electronic pressure control valves 3, 7: Blue cap, rising characteristic Technical data: • Pressure range 0 to 4.6 bar (700 mA = 0 bar, 0 mA = 4.6 bar) • Supply voltage 12 V • Resistance 5.05 Ohm (at20 °C) 29 E70 Transmissions Gear Selector Lever Emergency Release of Parking Lock In the event of the system voltage failing, first release the electro-mechanical parking brake (EM F) as the handle remains in the emergency release. Do not remove the handle from the emergency release while the vehicle is being towed as this will reengage the parking lock. Releasing the parking lock with the emergency release generates a fault code entry in the EGS: "Parking lock release error" 30 E70 Transmissions