Mercedes-Benz ML320. Manual — part 147

Fig. 25: Transmission Range Recognition Switch
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Transmission Range Recognition Switch, Location

The gear identification switch (S16/10) is located in the floor selector. See Fig. 25.

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Transmission Range Recognition Switch, Task

To convey the respective position of the selector lever to the ETC control module (N15/3).

Transmission Range Recognition Switch, Design

The gear identification switch (S16/10) consists of the shift range contacts for all gears, the reverse lamp
switch (S16/10s1) as well as 10 LEDs (70) for the background illumination and the individual position
display.

Transmission Range Recognition Switch, Function

The selector lever positions are transferred to the gear identification switch (S16/10) by a plug pin, which
is connected to the shift shaft, and processed into a position signal. This signal is passed to the ETC
control module (N15/3).

Position Sensor, Location/Task/Function

NOTE:

Transmission Without Touch Shift

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Fig. 26: Position Sensor, Location/Task/Function
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Shift Pattern Display, Location

The position indicator (72) is located in the floor shift. See Fig. 26.

Shift Pattern Display, Task

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Visual display of the selector lever position.

Shift Pattern Display, Function

The position indicator (72) is actuated via the transmission range recognition switch (S16/10).

Reverse Lamp Switch, Location/Task/Function

NOTE:

Transmission Without Touch Shift 722.6 In Model 163

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