Apparatus and method for varying brake response of a vehicle

Details Apparatus and method for varying brake response of a vehicle Apparatus and method for varying brake response of a vehicle

2002-11-26

2008-08-26

Siconolfi, Robert A. (Department: 3683)

Fluid-pressure and analogous brake systems

Speed-controlled

Odd condition or device detection

C477S092000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07416265

ABSTRACT:
A vehicle has a brake operator device adapted to travel in a range of brake operator device positions and produce a brake input signal, and a transmission adapted to produce a transmission gear signal. An electronic control module receives the brake input signal and the transmission gear signal and responsively controls engine braking, brake engagement, and/or a transmission downshift. The engine, brakes, and transmission are controlled differently responsive to the brake operator device position depending upon the transmission being in a higher or lower gear. In addition, braking is controlled during a downshift to avoid jerk.

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