Vehicle control method

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2005-08-09

2005-08-09

Pang, Roger (Department: 3681)

Interrelated power delivery controls, including engine control

Transmission control

Engine controlled by transmission

C477S111000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06926639

ABSTRACT:
A method of controlling an engine and an automatic transmission of a vehicle to reduce noise, vibration and harshness issues during shutting off a vehicle engine to improve fuel economy. The method combines vehicle engine start/stop control with neutral idle control in the transmission.

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