Models With Touch Shift

Kickdown Switch, Position/Task/Design/Function

Component Illustration:

Position
The kickdown switch (S16/6) is located in the footwell behind the accelerator pedal.

Task
To influence the shift program of the electric transmission control.

Design
The kickdown switch (S16/6) consists of a spring-loaded electric switching contact.

Function
When the kickdown switch (S16/6) is actuated via the accelerator pedal, a CAN signal is sent from the electronic selector lever module control module (N15/5) to the ETC control module (N15/3).
The ETC control module (N15/3) processes this information and controls the solenoid valves such that downshifting occurs at higher engine speeds in order to achieve maximum driving performance.

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