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Reduce Speed, Basic Function - GF30.30-P-1001A
Model All (4Xwd)
Model All (Car)
Overview
This document contains information on:
- General
- Function
General
The vehicle speed is reduced by reducing the drive torque.
Function
Reducing the drive torque starts the following activities:
- Engine torque reduction.
The engine management system implements the "Reduce engine torque" request.
- Gear downshift (vehicles with automatic transmission).
The transmission management system implements the "Shift down gear" request.
- Service brake actuation.
The service brake is actuated by the brake system if the deceleration of the vehicle by way of reducing drive torque is not sufficient.
| Further basic functions | |||
| Torque coordination, basic function | GF07.10-P-1060A | ||
| Gearshift system, basic function | Model all with transmission 700.420/421/422/423, 724.033/044/045/103/114/115/120 |
GF27.60-P-1002A | |
| Model all with transmission 725.0/1 | GF27.60-P-1002B | ||
| Brakes, basic function | GF42.00-P-9900A |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.