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Date of Patent
July 24, 2007
Patent Application Number
10973689
Date Filed
October 26, 2004
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Patent abstract
An automated method for controlling a vehicle having an engine and a transmission includes sensing knock activity in the engine. A transmission ratio applicable to the transmission is selected based on the sensed knock activity. This method allows a vehicle to be operated in a fuel-efficient manner while knock-sensitive operating conditions are avoided.
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