Vehicle and method for controlling an engine in a vehicle

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2007-08-28

2007-08-28

Lewis, Tisha (Department: 3681)

Interrelated power delivery controls, including engine control

Plural engines

Electric engine

C477S007000, C701S022000, C701S029000, C701S114000, C123S179240

Reexamination Certificate

active

10907299

ABSTRACT:
A vehicle is provided that includes an engine and an electric machine operable to provide torque to drive the vehicle. A control system, including at least one controller, is configured to selectively and automatically start and stop the engine when the vehicle is in a first operating mode. The control system further includes control logic executable to place the vehicle in a second operating mode wherein the engine can be cranked but not started. The execution of the control logic to place the vehicle in the second operating mode is effected by operation of at least one vehicle system.

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