1997 MERCEDES-BENZ ML430 Oil pressure valve

See SHIFT PRESSURE REGULATING VALVE, LOCATION/TASK/FUNCTION.
Shift Pressure Shift Valve, Location/Design/Function

See SHIFT PRESSURE SHIFT VALVE, LOCATION/TASK/FUNCTION
.
Shift Valve Pressure Regulating Valve, Location/Task/Function

See SHIFT VALVE PRESSURE REGULATING VALVE, LOCATION/TASK/FUNCTION
.
Shift Pressure Regulating Solenoid Valve, Location/Task/Design/Function

See SHIFT PRESSURE REGULATING SOLENOID VALVE,
LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION.
Multiple-Disc Brake, Location/Task/Design/Function

See MULTIPLE
-DISC BRAKE, LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION.
Multiplate Clutch, Location/Task/Design/Function

See MULTI
-PLATE CLUTCH, LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION.
Holding Pressure Shift Valve, Location/Design/Function

See HOLDING PRESSURE SHIFT VALVE, LOCATION/TASK/FUNCTION
.
Overlap Regulating Valve, Location/Design/Function

See OVERLAP REGULATING VALVE, LOCATION/TASK/FUNCTION
.
Location/Task/Function Of Command Valve

See LOCATION/TASK/FUNCTION OF COMMAND VALVE
.
Selector Valve, Location/Task

See SELECTOR VALVE, LOCATION/TASK
.
Location/Task/Design/Function Of Oil Pump

See LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION OF OIL PUMP
.
Overlap Regulating Valve, Location/Task/Function

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Task
The ETC control module (N15/3) determines the instantaneous operating condition of the vehicle and controls
all gearshift sequences taking into account the ease of shifting and the driving situation. This involves receiving,
converting and transmitting various digital and analog signals. See Fig. 157
.
It receives operating data in the form of input signals from:
Starter Lock-Out Contact (Y3/6S1)
RPM Sensor 2 (Y3/6N2)
RPM Sensor 3 (Y3/6N3)
Transmission Oil Temperature Sensor (Y3/6B1)
In addition there is a connection via the engine compartment bus to the:
Instrument Cluster (A1)
ME-SFI Control Module (N3/10) or CDI Control Module (N3/9)
The solenoid valves for the modulating and shift pressure and for the gear changes are actuated by the ETC
control module (N15/3).
The pressure required is calculated from all input signals, adjusted to the torque to be transferred. The following
information from other systems is then processed:
ME-SFI Control Module (N3/10) or CDI Control Module (N3/9):
Engine Torque
Engine Speed
Accelerator Pedal Position
Gear Shift
Engine Status
Electronic selector lever module control module (N15/5):
Kickdown Switch (S16/6)
Selector Lever Position P/N
Traction system control module (N47):
Transmission Ratio
Speeds
Instrument cluster (A1):

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The ETC control module (N15/3) determines the instantaneous operating condition of the vehicle and controls
all gearshift sequences taking into account the ease of shifting and the driving situation. See Fig. 158
. This
involves receiving , converting and transmitting various digital and analog signals.
Input Signals:
Starter Lock-Out Contact (Y3/6S1)
RPM Sensor 2 (Y3/6N2)
RPM Sensor 3 (Y3/6N3)
Transmission Oil Temperature Sensor (Y3/6B1)
Kickdown Switch (S16/6)
Gear Recognition Switch (S16/10)
Output signals:
Reverse/Parking Lock Valve
Input And Output Signals:
Datalink Connector (X11/4)
In addition there is a connection via the engine compartment bus to the:
ME-SFI Control Module (N3/10) or CDI Control Module (N3/9)
Traction System Control Module (N47)
Transfer Case Control Module (N78)
The solenoid valves for the modulating and shift pressure and for the gear changes are actuated by the ETC
control module (N15/3). The pressure required is calculated from all input signals, adjusted to the torque to be
transferred.
The following information from other systems is then processed:
ME-SFI Control Module (N3/10) or CDI Control Module (N3/9)
Reverse And Parking Lock Solenoids (Y66/1)
Selector Lever Position (P/N) to the Engine Control Module (ME-SFI) (N3/10) (only on detection of the
selector lever position "P" or "N" on the transmission range recognition switch (S16/10) and at the starter
interlock contact (Y3/6s1)).
Traction System Control Module (N47):
Wheel Speeds
Gear Shift
Traction Status

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Transfer Case Control Module (N78):
Position of Transfer Case (off-road or on-road ratio)
Engine Torque
Engine Speed
Accelerator Pedal Position
Gear Soft
Engine Status
The following information is output to other systems:
ME-SFI Control Module (N3/10) or CDI Control Module (N3/9):
Kickdown Switch (S16/6)
Engage Drive Mode
Traction System Control Module (N47):
Transmission Ratio
Speeds
Oil Level Control, Function
Operation - The oil level control system seals the opening between the oil gallery and gearset chamber so that
the rotating gearsets do not splash about in oil as the oil level rises. The oil level control reduces power loss and
prevents oil from being thrown out of the transmission housing at high oil temperatures.
Float, Location/Function

See SHIFT PRESSURE REGULATING VALVE, LOCATION/TASK/FUNCTION
.
Transmission Housing Breathing, Location/Task

See TRANSMISSION HOUSING BREATHING, LOCATION/TASK
.
Function Of Torque Converter Lockup Clutch Control
Operation

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Operation
The driver's wish for maximum acceleration of the vehicle is met with the kick-down function. See Fig. 160.
When the kick-down switch (S16/6) is operated a CAN Signal is passed on from the electronic selector lever
module control module (N15/5) to the ETC control module (N15/3) via the electronic accelerator.
Based on this information the ETC control module (N15/3) actuates the solenoid valves so that the upshifts and
downshifts take place at higher engine speeds in order to achieve maximum performance.
Kick-Down Switch, Location/Task/Design

See KICK
-DOWN SWITCH, LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN.
Hydropneumatic Transmission Control, Function (Without Touch Shift)
Operation
The hydropneumatic transmission control is divided into electronic and hydraulic transmission control.
While the electronic transmission control is responsible for gear selection and for matching the pressures to the
torque to be transmitted, the transmission's power supply control occurs via hydraulic elements in the
electrohydraulic control module. 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) allows for the precise adaptation of pressures to the corresponding
operating conditions and to the engine output during the gearshift phase, resulting in a noticeable improvement
in shift quality.
It is possible to reach the engine RPM limit in the individual gears using full throttle and kick-down. The shift
range can be changed in the forward gears while driving, but the electronic transmission control (ETC) employs
a downshift safeguard to prevent over-revving the engine.
The system offers the additional advantage of flexible adaptation to different vehicle and engine variants.
ETC Control Module, Location/Task

See ETC CONTROL UNIT, LOCATION/TASK
.
Electric Control Module, Location/Task/Design/Function

See ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE, LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION
.
Kickdown Switch, Location/Task/Design/Function Model 163 Without Touch Shift


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SURVEY OF SYSTEM COMPONENTS, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AT), LOCATION, TASK, DESIGN
Function Of Gear Change

See FUNCTION OF GEAR CHANGE
.
Shifting N to D (1st Gear), Function

See SHIFTING N TO D (1ST GEAR), FUNCTION
.
Shift From 1 to 2, Function

See SHIFT FROM 1 TO 2, FUNCTION
.
Limp-Home Mode, function

See LIMP
-HOME MODE, FUNCTION.
Operating Pressure, Function

See OPERATING PRESSURE, FUNCTION
.
Lubricating Pressure, Function

See LUBRICATING PRESSURE, FUNCTION
.
Shift Pressure, Function

See SHIFT PRESSURE, FUNCTION
.
Modulating Pressure, Function

See MODULATING PRESSURE, FUNCTION
.
Regulating Valve Pressure, Function

See REGULATING VALVE PRESSURE, FUNCTION
.
Shift Valve Pressure, Function

See SHIFT VALVE PRESSURE, FUNCTION
.
Manual Drive Mode Selection, Function

See MANUAL DRIVE MODE SELECTION, FUNCTION
.
Oil Level Control, Function

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Attach guard plate for radiator/condenser

y

Guard plate for radiator/condenser
Engine 606 in model 124,
Engine 606.961 in model 140,

Engine 112, 113, 604, 605, 611.960 in model

202,

Engine 602.983, 612.966 in model 461,

Engine 628.962, 612.965, 606.964, 112.945,

113.962/ 982 in model 463,

Engine 111, 112, 611.962, 612.962 in model

203,

Engine 112, 113, 611.961, 612.961, 613.961

in model 210,

Engine 112 in model 170,
Engine 112 in model 220,

Engine 113 in model 211, 215, 220,

Engine 112 in model 208,

Engine 112, 113, 612.963, 628.963 in model

163,

Engine 112.923 /943, 113.961 in model 129,

Engine 137, 275 in model 215, 220,

Engine 613.960, 628.960 in model 220,

Engine 113.992 in model 230.474,

Engine 271 in model 209, 203,

Engine 285.950 in model 240.078 /178,

Engine 612.967 in model 209.316,

Engine 648 in model 220

Engine 112.951 in model 639.601/603/ 605/

701 /703 /705 /801 /803 /805

Engine 646.983 /984 in model 639.601/

603 /605 /701 /703 /705 /801 /803 /805

Engine 646.982 in model 639.601/ 603/ 605/
701 /703 /705

WF58.50-P-0110-01A

9
Remove air cleaner housing (5)

10
Remove air intake pipe (6) with resonance
tube (7)

Separate connector of hot film mass air

flow sensor (HFM) for this step and unbolt air

intake pipe at cylinder head cover

The air intake pipe is attached at the rear

at the intake manifold with a plastic plate.

Do not damage the plastic strap.

Engine 112.942/ 970

AR07.07-P-1454A

Engine 113.942/ 965/ 981

AR07.07-P-1454MV


Danger!

Risk of explosion
caused by fuel igniting,

risk of poisoning
caused by inhaling and

swallowing fuel as well as
risk of injury
to

eyes and skin caused by contact with fuel.
No fire, sparks, open flames or smoking.

Pour fuels only into suitable and appropriately

marked containers.

Wear protective clothing when handling fuel.
AS47.00-Z-0001-01A

11
Disconnect fuel line at fuel rail

Release fuel pressure at service valve!

Collect fuel!

Engine 112:
#

*BA07.52-P-1001-01A

Engine 113:
#

*BA07.52-P-1001-01A

Pressure hose

*119589046300

12
Remove right and left ignition coils (12)

AR15.12-P-2003A

13
Remove right and left cylinder head covers (13)

AR01.20-P-5014B

14
Remove the intake manifold (14)


Installation:

On vehicles with engine

damage, the intake manifold must be

examined for swarfs before assembling and

any swarfs present must be removed, in order

to avoid consequential damage.

AR09.20-P-1310A

The intake manifold system must not be

disassembled.

Remove intake manifold with fuel distributor

15.1
Remove camshaft position sensor (15)

Only necessary if the right cylinder head is

removed.

AR15.10-P-2000A

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Attach guard plate for radiator/condenser

y

Guard plate for radiator/condenser
Engine 606 in model 124,
Engine 606.961 in model 140,

Engine 112, 113, 604, 605, 611.960 in model

202,

Engine 602.983, 612.966 in model 461,

Engine 628.962, 612.965, 606.964, 112.945,

113.962/ 982 in model 463,

Engine 111, 112, 611.962, 612.962 in model

203,

Engine 112, 113, 611.961, 612.961, 613.961

in model 210,

Engine 112 in model 170,
Engine 112 in model 220,

Engine 113 in model 211, 215, 220,

Engine 112 in model 208,

Engine 112, 113, 612.963, 628.963 in model

163,

Engine 112.923 /943, 113.961 in model 129,

Engine 137, 275 in model 215, 220,

Engine 613.960, 628.960 in model 220,

Engine 113.992 in model 230.474,

Engine 271 in model 209, 203,

Engine 285.950 in model 240.078 /178,

Engine 612.967 in model 209.316,

Engine 648 in model 220

Engine 112.951 in model 639.601/603/ 605/

701 /703 /705 /801 /803 /805

Engine 646.983 /984 in model 639.601/

603 /605 /701 /703 /705 /801 /803 /805

Engine 646.982 in model 639.601/ 603/ 605/
701 /703 /705

WF58.50-P-0110-01A

9
Remove air cleaner housing (5)

10
Remove air intake pipe (6) with resonance
tube (7)

Separate connector of hot film mass air

flow sensor (HFM) for this step and unbolt air

intake pipe at cylinder head cover

The air intake pipe is attached at the rear

at the intake manifold with a plastic plate.

Do not damage the plastic strap.

Engine 112.942/ 970

AR07.07-P-1454A

Engine 113.942/ 965/ 981

AR07.07-P-1454MV


Danger!

Risk of explosion
caused by fuel igniting,

risk of poisoning
caused by inhaling and

swallowing fuel as well as
risk of injury
to

eyes and skin caused by contact with fuel.
No fire, sparks, open flames or smoking.

Pour fuels only into suitable and appropriately

marked containers.

Wear protective clothing when handling fuel.
AS47.00-Z-0001-01A

11
Disconnect fuel line at fuel rail

Release fuel pressure at service valve!

Collect fuel!

Engine 112:
#

*BA07.52-P-1001-01A

Engine 113:
#

*BA07.52-P-1001-01A

Pressure hose

*119589046300

12
Remove right and left ignition coils (12)

AR15.12-P-2003A

13
Remove right and left cylinder head covers (13)

AR01.20-P-5014B

14
Remove the intake manifold (14)


Installation:

On vehicles with engine

damage, the intake manifold must be

examined for swarfs before assembling and

any swarfs present must be removed, in order

to avoid consequential damage.

AR09.20-P-1310A

The intake manifold system must not be

disassembled.

Remove intake manifold with fuel distributor

15.1
Remove camshaft position sensor (15)

Only necessary if the right cylinder head is

removed.

AR15.10-P-2000A

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