Hybrid vehicle control when towing
US9505400B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 26, 2015 |
| Grant date | Nov 29, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 7, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S903/905
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for controlling a hybrid vehicle having a trailer hitch includes detecting the trailer hitch being in use, commanding an engine to stop, and commanding the engine to start in response to a torque to accelerate being within a predetermined offset below an unladen vehicle torque pull up schedule.
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