Method of controlling vacuum
US6536850B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 14, 2001 |
| Grant date | Mar 25, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02D2009/024
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for controlling vacuum in an intake conduit of a combustion engine in a vehicle is provided. The vehicle is provided with a brake booster and an actuator for actuating the brake booster. Actuation of the brake booster causes a throttle valve in the intake conduit to close creating a vacuum to the brake booster.
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