Grade Logic Control: Ascending Control

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When the PCM determines that the vehicle is climbing a hill in D, the system extends the engagement area of 2nd, 3rd, and 4th gears to prevent the transmission from frequently shifting between 2nd and 3rd gears, between 3rd and 4th gears, and between 4th and 5th gears. The PCM does this so the vehicle can run smoothly and have more power when needed.

NOTE: Shift commands stored in the PCM between 2nd and 3rd gears, between 3rd and 4th gears, and between 4th and 5th gears, enable it to automatically select the most suitable gear according to the magnitude of a gradient.

Fig 1: Throttle Opening And Vehicle Speed Graph

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