Synchronization
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Automated manual transmission
Introduction of the smart fortwo, Model Series 451
Borg-Warner synchronization
All forward gears are equipped with a Borg-Warner
synchronization.
Reverse gear is not synchronized.
Function
Before the shift collar (3) positively connects the
sleeve carrier with the corresponding idler gear,
the tapered pairs of faces contact the clutch body
(1), synchronizer ring (2) and, where applicable, an
intermediate ring. The engine's gear is run at the
speed of the corresponding drive-side gear; only
then do the locking splines (4) release the
remaining travel of the shift collar. The shift collar
travel from neutral to complete engagement in the
relevant idler gear is approx. 0.3 in (7.7 mm).
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1 Clutch body
2 Synchronizer ring
3 Shift collar
4 Locking splines
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