MERCEDES-BENZ ML350 1997 Complete Repair Manual

Fig. 13: Identifying Electronic Accelerator/Cruise Control/Idle Speed Control Actuator Components
Function
The actual value potentiometers for the throttle valve inform the ME control unit about the position of the
throttle valve (idling up to full load) in order to recognize the various loading conditions.
A.Ignition "Off"
In the de-energized state the throttle valve position is determined by the spring capsule (3).
B.Ignition "On"
When the ignition is switched on, the actuator motor in the EA/CC/ISC actuator is operated by the ME
control unit and the return spring is checked. The throttle valve adopts a position which then depends on
the coolant temperature.
C.Idle speed
The actuator motor controls the engine speed in the idle speed range by opening the throttle valve further,
depending on coolant temperature and engine load (increased mixture), or closing it further (reduced
mixture).
In this case, the throttle valve may be closed further by the actuator motor by overcoming the force of the
sprin
g capsule (mechanical end stop).

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If the actuator is de-energized, the throttle valve is resting against the spring capsule. As a result the
throttle valve opening is constantly approx. 10 to 12 °. The engine speed for the no load condition is
about 1800 rpm.
D.Driving mode
The actuating motor when driving (partial/full load) regulates the throttle valve according to the various
loading conditions or according to the input signals from the front pedal value sensor (B37) according to
the position of the accelerator pedal.
E.Throttle valve damping
A damping function for the throttle valve is integrated in the ME control unit. In case of a sudden release of the
accelerator, the throttle valve in the idle speed range is closed with delay.

When first connecting to terminal 30 the ME control unit independently undertakes adaptation of the actuator
(learn the lower mechanical limit stop and full-load position of the throttle valve).
ELECTRONIC ACCELERATOR/CRUISE CONTROL/IDLE SPEED CONTROL ACTUATOR
LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION - GF30.22-P-4010F
ENGINE 104.941 /943 /944 /991 /994 as of 1/8/96
ENGINE 104.995
with CODE (494a) USA version
with CODE (807) Model year 1997
with CODE (808) Model year 1998
with CODE (498) as of Model year 97 Japanese version
ENGINE 111.921 /942 as of 1.9.98,
111.943,
111.944 as of 1.8.96,
111.946 as of 1.6.98,
111.947/973,
111.975 as of 1.8.96

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ENGINE 111.945
in MODEL 208.335 /435 as of 1.6.98,
202.020/080 as of 1.9.98
ENGINE 111.974
with CODE (494a) USA version
with CODE (807) Model year 1997
with CODE (808) Model year 1998
ENGINE
112.910 /911 /912 /913 /914 /916 /917 /920 /921 /922 /923 /940 /941 /942 /943 /944 /946 /947 /949 /953 /954 /9
5
ENGINE 113.940 /941 /942 /943 /948 /960 /961 /963 /965 /966 /967 /968 /969
ENGINE 119.980 /981 /982 /985
ENGINE 120.982/983
ENGINE 137.970
Fig. 14: Identifying Electronic Accelerator/Cruise Control/Idle Speed Control Actuator Function

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CRUISE CONTROL (CC) FUNCTION - GF30.30-P-0001FA
ENGINE 112.923 /943, 113.961, 120.983 in MODEL 129
ENGINE 112.942 /970, 113.942 /965 in MODEL 163
ENGINE 111.943 /946 /958 /973 /983, 112.947 in MODEL 170
ENGINE 111.921 /944 /945 as of 1.8.99,
111.952/956/974,
111.975 as of 1.8.99,
112.910/920,113.944

Electronic accelerator/cruise
control/idle speed control actuator
position
Engine 104GF30.22-P-
4010-01D
Engine 111GF30.22-P-
4010-01G
Engine 112, 113GF30.22-P-
4010-01A
Engine 119GF30.22-P-
4010-01E
Engine 120GF30.22-P-
4010-01F
Engine 137GF30.22-P-
4010-01L

Electronic accelerator/cruise
control/idle speed control actuator
task
Determining the opening angle of the throttle valve
in accordance with the operating condition:
Controlling idle speed under different engine
loads (power steering turned to full lock, AC
compressor engaged)
Cruise control mode
Emergency electronic accelerator pedal
Driving, in accordance with accelerator pedal
position.


Electronic accelerator/cruise
control/idle speed control actuator
task
GF30.22-P-
4010-02F

Electronic accelerator/cruise
control/idle speed control actuator
function
GF30.22-P-
4010-03F

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in MODEL 202
ENGINE 111.951 /955, 112.912 /916 /946 /953 in MODEL 203
ENGINE 111.945/975#2,
111.945 /975 #0 as of 1.8.99,
111.956/982, 112.940, 113.943
in MODEL 208
ENGINE 111.957, 112.911 /914/921 /941, 113.940/980,
111.942/947 as of 1.8.99
in MODEL 210
ENGINE 112.922 /944 /972 /975, 113.941 /948 /960 /966, 137.970 in MODEL 220
ENGINE 113.960, 137.970 in MODEL 215
ENGINE 112.973, 113.963 in MODEL 230
ENGINE 112.913 /917 /949 /954, 113.967 /969 in MODEL 211
ENGINE 112.912 /955, 113.968 in MODEL 209
Shown on engine 111 EURO3/4 B37

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Fig. 15: Identifying Cruise Control Function - Shown On Engine 111 Euro3/4
Task
Maintaining the preselected vehicle speed constant irrespective of the engine load, without operation of the
accelerator pedal.
Function
The cruise control function is integrated in the engine control unit. It can be activated from > 40 km/h with the
cruise control switch. The engine control unit operates the throttle valve actuator for the cruise control function
with the aid of the input signals and the position of the cruise control switch.
The cruise control mode is switched off by:
pushing the cruise control push-button switch (S40) or variable cruise control push-button switch (S40/4)
into the "OFF" position
Operating the service brake
Moving selector lever into position "N"
Control intervention function of traction system
Vehicles with column sleeve module (MRM)
The signals from the push-button switch for the cruise control are detected by the steering column module and
transmitted to the CAN data bus.

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Vehicles with EZS control unit without column sleeve module (MRM)
The signals from the push-button switch for the cruise control are detected by the control unit EIS and
transmitted to the CAN data bus.
Vehicles without EZS control unit
The signals from the cruise control switch are transmitted directly to the engine control unit.
Vehicles with manual transmission (MT)
Cruise control remains active during gear change, in other words the cruise control is not switched off when the
clutch is operated.
Traction systems control unit
Transmits the vehicle speed signal via CAN to the ME control unit.
CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH, LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION - GF30.30-P-3100F
ENGINE 104 (except 104.98),
Motor electronics control unit, location/task/
design/functionother than engine 111 EVOGF07.61-P-
5000F
Engine 111 EVOGF07.61-P-
5000GS
Cruise control switch, location/task/design/
functionwith cruise control or Distronic GF30.30-P-
3100F
Variable cruise control switch, location/task/
design/functionwith cruise control or Distronic except
GF30.30-P-
3101A
Electronic accelerator/cruise control/idle speed
control actuator location/task/design/function GF30.22-P-
4010F
Throttle valve actuator, location/task/design/
functionEngine 111 EVOGF30.22-P-
4101GS
Stop lamp switch, location/task/function GF42.10-P-
4000A
Clutch pedal switch, location/task/functionwith MTGF29.10-P-
2100F
Variable speed limiter, functionAdditional cruise control function except
GF30.30-P-
3001A
ETC control unit, location/task
Transmits information about the selector
lever position P/N and the driving mode
selected via CAN.
Transmission 722.6
GF27.19-P-
4012G

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111.946 up to 31.5.98,
111.943,
111.973 up to 31.5.97,
111.920,
111.921 up to 31.8.98,
111.941,
111.942 up to 31.8.98,
111.944 up to 31.5.98,
111.945 up to 31.8.98, 111.974,
111.947/970, 112.942 up to 31.5.98,
119, 120 up to 31.5.97,
668.940/941,611.960/961
with CODE (440a) Cruise control
with CODE (443a) Cruise control and electrically adjustable steering column (codes 400 and 441)
with CODE (446) Cruise control, electrically adjustable steering column and airbag (440, 441 and 442)
ENGINE 104, 111, 112, 113, 119, 120, 137, 613.960, 628.960 (except, 112.96, 113.99) with CODE (494a)
USA version
Fig. 16: Identifying Cruise Control Switch


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KICKDOWN SWITCH LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION - GF30.30-P-4000A
ENGINE 112, 113, 119, 120 in MODEL 129
ENGINE 104, 119, 120 in MODEL 140
ENGINE 112, 113 in MODEL 163
ENGINE 166 in MODEL 168
ENGINE 111,112 (except, 112.96) in MODEL 170
ENGINE 111,112, 113 in MODEL 202
ENGINE 111,112 (except, 112.96) in MODEL 203
ENGINE 111,112, 113 in MODEL 208
ENGINE 111,112, 113 in MODEL 210
ENGINE 112,113,137 (except, 113.99) in MODEL 220
ENGINE 113,137 (except 113.99) in MODEL 215
ENGINE 112,113 (except, 113.99) in MODEL 230
ENGINE 112, 113 in MODEL 211
ENGINE 112, 113 in MODEL 209

Cruise control
switch
location
Left top behind the steering wheel.
Cruise control
switch taskSetting of cruise control and Distronic.
With 30 km/h limitation: Switch on and off 30 km/h limitation when below 30
km/h.
Cruise control
switch designPush-button switch with several switching contacts.

Cruise control
switch
functionWhen the cruise control push-button switch is operated, two switching contacts are
always activated simultaneously. The actual input takes place by closing one of the
switching contacts (e.g. storing the speed). The safety contact must close simultaneously
so that the input is accepted.


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Fig. 17: Identifying Kickdown Switch
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY INFORMATION: THROTTLE CONTROL, CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM - AS30.00-Z-9999ZZ
MODEL all
RISK OF INJURY - AS30.30-Z-0001-01A
Never look directly into the laser beam. Do not attempt to suppress the natural reflex of the eyelids.
Avoid direct skin contact with the laser beam. If eye damage is suspected, consult an eye specialist
without delay.
Kickdown
switch positionin footwell behind accelerator pedal
Kickdown
switch taskIdentify kickdown position of accelerator pedal, in order to influence
transmission control, cruise control, variable speed limiter and
Distronic.

Kickdown
switch designUp to approx. 6/02 designed as an electrical switch (S16/6). As of
approx. 7/02 (without engine 166) the electrical switch is replaced by
the Kickdown simulator (spring).GF30.20-P-
4011-02C
Kickdown
switch function
Engine 111, 112, 113, 119, 120, 137 up to approx 6/02 and Engine 166:
on closed contact the ground is switched to the engine control unit
As of approx. 7/02 (without Engine 166): Kickdown recognition is
performed via the signal of the accelerator pedal sensor.

Risk of injury to skin and eyes from laser beamsMODEL allAS30.30-Z-0001-01A

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