ESP Electronic Stability Program

Starting MY1996

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327 HO 05 ESP (WJB,GC) 02-26-04

Objectives
1. 2. 3. 4. At the end of this presentation, you should be able to: Explain the function of and purpose for ESP Describe the customer interface with ESP List the hydraulic and electronic components used for ESP Describe the ESP build up, holding and reduction control modes

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Contents
Purpose of ESP Driving with ESP ESP Electronic components Six ESP control modes Diagnosing Included ESP Functions Other Functions Related to ESP ESP block diagram 4 7 9 19 23 24 25

Purpose of ESP
1. Prevent oversteer and understeer 2. Increase safety by providing stability

It does this by applying the appropriate brake(s)

Advantages
Improved starting and acceleration capability Improved stability when: braking accelerating coasting cornering Shortens stopping distances in corners or on slippery surfaces Informs driver of slippery conditions ABS, ASR, EBR and ESP functions are combined in one control unit ABS, ASR, EBR and ESP basic components are combined in one hydraulic unit
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Improved Braking Stability

Additional ESP system sensors provide for further enhanced braking stability.
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Driving with ESP

Warning lamp flashes when ESP operates.

The throttle control portion of ESP can be switched off with ESP OFF rocker switch. This will illuminate the warning lamp continuously. (may provide better traction in deep snow or when snow chains are mounted)
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Understeer and Oversteer

ESP monitors the vehicles traction and handling, using sensors to detect wheel speed, understeer and oversteer

Understeer
Vehicle does not turn as sharply as desired. The vehicle seems to plow straight ahead. ESP will brake the inside rear wheel.

Oversteer
Vehicle turns in more sharply than desired. The rear of the vehicle swings outward. ESP will brake the outside front wheel.

ESP Electronic Components

A1e17 ABS malfunction indicator lamp A1e41 ESP and ABS warning lamp A1p13 Multifunction display A7/3n1 SBC control module B24/15 Lateral acceleration and yaw rate sensor

N47-5 ESP, BAS and SPS control module N49 Steering angle sensor N72/1s1 ESP OFF switch X11/4 Diagnostic data link connector
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Steering Angle Sensor (N49)

W220 shown

N80 - Steering column module A45 - SRS & horn clock spring

Signals the desired steering angle to ESP. ESP also recognizes cornering by monitoring input from the 2 front wheel speed sensors.

Front wheels must be straight when removing and installing A45

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Early Version Steering Angle Sensor (N49)

a 9 evenly spaced light emitting diodes (LEDs) a

b - 8 apertures & barriers arranged in a specific pattern b

Must be re-initialized after the battery is disconnected, because N49 has a T.30 power connection.

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Late Version Steering Angle Sensor (N49)

W220 Shown

Screw

N80 = Steering column module

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Lateral Acceleration Sensor (B24/2)

s as m tic e gn Ma

r so n se ll Ha

Produces a signal corresponding to the cornering forces.

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Yaw Rate Sensor (N64)

Measuring element:

Hollow cylinder vibrates by means of piezo elements Vibration patterns change due to rotary motion of vehicle Changes are used as a measure of Yaw rate of the vehicle Yaw: to turn around the vertical axis
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Combined Lateral Acceleration & Yaw Rate Sensor (B24/15)

Location shown on 211 chassis

Senses rotational speed of the vehicle about the vertical axis and the lateral acceleration.
When this component is replaced, adaptation must be performed. (refer to WIS: AD42.45-P-3000-2A)
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Stop Lamp Switch (S9/1)

Two position switch: N.O. and N.C.

It is self-adjusting (NOTE: be sure to pull it all the way out before installing.)

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Stop Lamp Switch Service Note

ESP fault codes C1200, C1201, C1202 may be set if the stop lamp switch is misadjusted (implausible signal as compared to BAS diaphragm travel sensor input) Check switch voltage supply Ensure correct switch part number is installed Adjust as per DTB 33/00 (5-26-00)

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CAN Communication
CAN communication with: ME-SFI (for torque reduction) ETC - Electronic Transmission Control (utilized for calculation of the ESP regulation)

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Six ESP Control Modes

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Normal mode ABS mode (pressure holding and reduction) ASR mode (pressure build up, holding, and reduction) EBR mode (slight throttle opening) ESP OFF mode (switches off throttle control) ESP mode (pressure build up, holding, and reduction)

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ESP Pressure Build Up

Example: Right front wheel requires braking y18,y19 close BAS applies ~5bar pressure
(Note: brake light suppression relay activated)

y19

y18

y22

m1 activated y22 opened y6 closed

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ESP Pressure Holding

Example: Right front wheel y22 closed, preventing pressure build up

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ESP Pressure Reduction

Example: Right front wheel y18 is opened Pressure returned to the master cylinder

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Diagnosing Included ESP Functions:

ABS Anti-lock Brake System ASR Acceleration Slip Regulation EBR Engine Braking Regulation EBD Electronic Brake Force Distribution ETS Electronic Traction System ESP Electronic Stability Program BAS Brake Assist System 4ETS 4MATIC

Pre-ESP systems Post-ESP systems

To diagnose a function contained within ESP using DAS, you may have to begin at the ESP menu.

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Other Functions Related to ESP

PML (SPS) Speed Sensitive Steering CAN communication Electronic Accelerator (EA) intervention Electronic Transmission Control (ETC) intervention Sensotronic Braking Circuit Distance (DTR) Airmatic, ABC, SAS suspension

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ESP Block Diagram

Power Circuit 31 Terminal 61 Stop lamp switch Parking Brake sw. Front VSS Rear VSS Yaw Sensor Lateral Sensor Steering Angle Pressure Sensor N47/ Return pump Relay K40/ Hydraulic control unit A7/ ESP warning lamp ESP MIL ABS MIL CAN-C (VSS) Data Link (X11/4) 25