ML 55 AMG (163.174) V8-5.5L (113.981) (2001)
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Downshift Switch: Description and Operation
Models Without Touch Shift
Position/Task/Design/Function
Component Illustration
Position
The kickdown switch (S16/6) is located in the footwell behind the accelerator pedal.
Task
To influence the shift program of the electric transmission control.
Design
The kickdown switch (S16/6) consists of a spring-loaded electric switching contact.
Function
When the kickdown switch (S16/6) is actuated by the accelerator pedal, a signal is sent to the ETC control module (N15/3). The ETC control
module (N15/3) processes this information and controls the solenoid valves such that downshifting occurs at higher engine speeds in order to
achieve maximum driving performance.
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