2003 AUDI A8 gearbox

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 45
Two different versions are available:
– 420 Nm for the V8 5V 4.2 l or
3.7 l engine and
– 600 Nm for the V8 TDI 4.0 l or
6.0 l W12 engine To satisfy high comfort requirements, the
Audi A8 ´03 features a new 6-speed automatic
gearbox capable of handling a high engine
torque of max. 600 Nm.
Gearbox
Design and operation of the 09E gearbox
are described in SSP 283 (Part 1) and
SSP 284 (Part 2).
SSP282_043
Technical data
Designation: 09E
Factory
designation: AL 600-6Q
ZF
designation: 6HP-26 A61
Type: 6-speed planetary
gearbox, featuring electro-
hydraulic control
with hydrodynamic
torque converter and
slip-controlled lock-
up clutch
Control: Via mechatronic system
(integration of hydraulic
control unit and
electronic control
to form one unit)Max. torque
transmission: 420 Nm for
V8 5V 4.2 l /3.7 l engine
600 Nm for
V8 TDI 4.0 l /W12
6.0 l engine
Front/rear axle
torque distribution: 50/50
Gear oil capacity
(total): 10.4 litres ATF
Gear oil capacity
(replacement): 10 litres ATF
Total weight: approx. 138 kg
(420 Nm version)
approx. 142 kg
(600 Nm version)

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 46
Highlights of automatic gearbox 09E
The 6-speed planetary gearbox is based on the
Lepelletier principle.
This concept is characterised by harmonic
gear ratio steps and the implementation of six
forward gears and one reverse gear with only
five selector elements.
Use is made in this gearbox of a new internal
gear oil pump featuring a lower delivery
volume and reduced leakage.
In addition, it was possible to achieve
optimisation of the oil supply with lower
leakage rates in the hydraulic control system.
The "stationary disconnection" function
reduces engine output when the vehicle is
stopped with a gear engaged by interrupting
power transmission.
A particularly noteworthy feature of the 09E
automatic gearbox is the relocation of the
front-axle differential (flange shaft) to in front
of the torque converter.
The distance between flange shaft and engine
flange is now only 61 mm (01L = 164 mm).
Gearbox
SSP282_044
SSP282_045
(AL 600-6Q)

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 47
The mechatronic system integrated into the
gearbox housing is a new development,
combining the hydraulic control unit,
sensors, actuators and electronic gearbox
control unit in a coordinated assembly.
SSP282_046
All data exchange with the vehicle periphery
takes place via the drive system CAN, thus
reducing the number of vehicle periphery
interfaces to a minimum (11 pins) and at the
same time enhancing operational reliability.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 48
Selector lever/button kinematics
To prevent inadvertent shifting into selector
lever position "S", a change has been made to
the selector lever kinematics such that
switching to "S" involves pressing the button
in the gearstick knob.
A small gear mechanism is provided in the
gearstick knob to reduce the required button
operating force.
The locking rod is actuated by the application
of pressure, which means changes have also
been made to kinematics and gearstick knob
assembly (refer to Workshop Manual).
In terms of the following functions, there are
interesting new aspects to the shift
mechanism in the new Audi A8 '03:
– Shift mechanism kinematics
– Ignition key removal lock
– Selector lever lock
– Selector lever lock emergency release
– Selector lever/lock button kinematics
Ignition key removal lock
Major modifications have been made to
operation of the ignition key removal lock and
selector lever lock (shiftlock). On account of
the new entry and start authorisation switch
E415, there is no mechanical link between the
shift mechanism and ignition lock (locking
cable).
Selector lever lock emergency release
This modification means that the selector lever
remains locked in position "P" in the event of
malfunctions or power supply failure
(e.g. battery flat).
Selector lever lock emergency release is
provided to enable the vehicle to be moved
(e.g. towed) in such situations.
Gearbox
SSP282_048 SSP282_049

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 58
Bus topology
Electrical System
The increasing demand for additional
functions and convenience in the vehicle calls
for the use of ever more wide ranging
electronics.
The increased use of electronics also requires
a new approach to data transfer between the
individual control units. This also applies to
the Audi A8 ´03, in which more than 70 control
units have to communicate.
Distance regulation
control unit J428
Electric park and
handbrake control
unit J540Headlight range
control unit
J431Airbag control unit
J234ABS with EDL
control unit
J104
Engine control unit
J623Adaptive
suspension control
unit J197 Engine control
unit 2 J624Automatic gearbox
control unit
J217
Anti-theft/
tilt system control
unit J529
Boot lid control unit
J605Wiper motor control
unit J400Garage door
operation control
unit J530 Multifunction
steering wheel
E221
Convenenience
system central
control unit J393On-board power
supply control unit
J519
On-board power
supply control unit 2
J520Steering column
electronics control
unit J527Steering angle
sender G85
Driver side door
control unit J386Front passenger
side door
control unit J387Rear left door
control unit J388Rear right door
control unit J389Seat adjustment
control unit
J136Front passenger
seat adjustment
control unit J521 Control unit with
display in dash panel
insert J285
Diagnostic connection T16
Dash panel insert CAN
Drive system CAN
Diagnosis CAN
Convenience CAN
Internal bus link
LIN
Adaptive cruise control
CAN