Method for controlling engine and/or transmission temperature

The method of the present invention is adapted to control transmission oil temperature. According to a preferred embodiment, the engine coolant temperature may be controlled in addition to or regardless of transmission oil temperature. To maintain transmission and/or engine temperature, the present...

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Hauptverfasser: Etchason, Edmond M, Johansson, Joseph K. S, Kresse, John P, Shultz, Jeffrey E, Rushing, Mark A
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:The method of the present invention is adapted to control transmission oil temperature. According to a preferred embodiment, the engine coolant temperature may be controlled in addition to or regardless of transmission oil temperature. To maintain transmission and/or engine temperature, the present invention is preferably configured to limit the engine's power when required to ensure the powertrain (engine and transmission) does not overheat.