Reduced engine load at stop apparatus and method

Details Reduced engine load at stop apparatus and method Reduced engine load at stop apparatus and method

2008-03-04

2008-03-04

Lewis, Tisha (Department: 3681)

Interrelated power delivery controls, including engine control

Transmission control

Including fluid drive

C477S061000

Reexamination Certificate

active

11333079

ABSTRACT:
Provided is an apparatus to enable a torque transmitting mechanism within an automatically shiftable power transmission to disengage at vehicle stop such that the slip within a fluid drive device is reduced. When vehicle movement is required a main pressure regulator trims the torque transmitting mechanism into engagement. A method of reducing engine load at vehicle stop by employing the apparatus of the present invention is also provided.

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