Schematic overview and setpoint values

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Schematic overview and setpoint values
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The hall effect sensor is supplied with 5 Volts and ground by the DDE.

A bridge circuit (H bridge) is used to activate the servomotor. This permits activation of the servomotor in the opposite direction. The bridge circuit is monitored diagnostically. H-bridge designates an electrical gearshift with 5 shift elements in the shape of a capital H for shifting between.

Fig 1: Identifying EGR Controller And Cam Disc
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Item Explanation
1 EGR controller
2 Cam disc
3 Bucket tappet
4 Housing
5 Seat

Observe the following setpoint values for the EGR controller:

Variable Value
Servomotor supply voltage 12 Volts
Activation frequency for servomotor 1300 Hz
Blocking current for servomotor 5 A
Hall effect sensor supply voltage 4.5 to 5.5 V
Power consumption of hall effect sensor 20 mA
Temperature range of hall effect sensor and servomotor -40 °C to 140 °C
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