WABCO TEBS E Manual
Text of the manual
Electronic braking systems
for trailers
(versions TEBS E0 to E4)
System Description
Edition 7
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Anti-Lock Braking System
ADR
(French: Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises Dangereuses par
Route); European agreement concerning the carriage of dangerous goods by road
BO
Factory regulations; BO force circuit = legally defined turning circuit
BVA
(German: Bremsbelagverschleißanzeige); Brake lining wear indicator
ELEX
Electronic Extension Module
ESD
Electrostatic Discharge
eTASC
Electronic Trailer Air Suspension Control (Rotary slid valve with RTR function) and ECAS function
GGVS
Act governing the road haulage of hazardous goods
GIO
Generic Input/Output; programmable input/output
IR
(German: Individual-Regelung); Individual control; individual control of sensed wheels on one side
ISS
Integrated Speed Switch
LACV-IC
Lifting Axle Control Valve, impulse controlled
LIN
Local Interconnect Network; specification for a serial communication system, also LIN bus, interface
for the sensors
LSV
Load Sensing Valve
MAR
(German: Modifizierte Achs-Regelung); Modified axle control; Control of two sensed wheels on one
axle
MSR
(German: Modifizierte Seiten-Regelung); Modified side control; Control of two sensed wheels on one
vehicle side
ODR
Operating Data Recorder
PEM
Pneumatic Extension Module
PLC
Power Line Communication; Data communication via cable for power supply
PREV
Park Release Emergency Valve
PWM
Pulse Width Modulation; modulation type where a technical quantity (e.g. electric current) modulates
between two values
RSS
Roll Stability Support; control for vehicle stability
RTR
Return To Ride (air suspension)
SHV
Select High Valve; Valve for providing the higher pressure
SLV
Select Low Valve; Valve for providing the lower pressure
StVZO
(German: Straßenverkehrs-Zulassungs-Ordnung); German motor vehicle construction and use regu-
lations; (valid in Germany)
TASC
Trailer Air Suspension Control (Rotary slid valve with RTR function)
TEBS
Electronic Braking System for trailers
TLI
Trailer Length Indication; ‘Current vehicle length’
TT
Timer Ticks; internal measurement unit of the height sensors
USB
Universal Serial Bus
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1 Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................... 8
2 Symbols used ......................................................................................................................... 9
3 Safety information................................................................................................................ 10
4 Introduction........................................................................................................................... 12
4.1
System design............................................................................................................14
4.1.1
braking system ...........................................................................................................14
4.1.2
Braking system with conventional air suspension......................................................15
4.1.3
Electronically controlled air suspension system (ECAS) ........................................... 17
4.2
Overview of functions.................................................................................................19
5 braking system ..................................................................................................................... 22
5.1
System design............................................................................................................22
5.2
Scope of application...................................................................................................22
5.3
Expertise and standards ............................................................................................23
5.4
ABS configurations.....................................................................................................24
5.5
Description of the components of the electropneumatic braking system................... 29
5.6
Components of the TEBS E Modulator......................................................................31
5.7
Supply ........................................................................................................................32
5.7.1
Function test when switching on or coupling .............................................................32
5.7.2
Power supply via stop light (24N)...............................................................................32
5.7.3
Multi-Voltage ..............................................................................................................33
5.8
System monitoring......................................................................................................35
5.8.1
Warnings and system messages ............................................................................... 35
5.8.2
Pneumatic redundancy ..............................................................................................37
5.9
Brake functions...........................................................................................................38
5.9.1
Nominal value detection.............................................................................................38
5.9.2
Load Sensing Valve (LSV).........................................................................................40
5.9.3
Pressure control .........................................................................................................44
5.9.4
Overload protection....................................................................................................45
5.9.5
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) ...............................................................................46
5.9.6
Roll Stability Support (RSS).......................................................................................47
5.9.7
Standstill function .......................................................................................................48
5.9.8
Emergency braking function.......................................................................................49
5.9.9
Test mode .................................................................................................................. 49
5.10
ECU-internal functions ...............................................................................................50
5.10.1 Odometer ...................................................................................................................50
5.10.2 Service signal.............................................................................................................51
5.10.3 ServiceMind................................................................................................................51
5.10.4 Axle load output..........................................................................................................52
5.10.5 Notebook function ......................................................................................................54
5.10.6 Operating data record (ODR).....................................................................................54
6 GIO functions........................................................................................................................ 58
6.1
Lifting axle control ......................................................................................................59
6.2
Tag axle control with residual pressure maintenance................................................ 63
6.3
Integrated electronically controlled air suspension system (ECAS) .......................... 64
6.3.1
Nominal level control.................................................................................................. 69
6.3.2
Normal level ...............................................................................................................70
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6.3.3
Green warning lamp ...................................................................................................72
6.3.4
Temporary deactivation of automatic level control.....................................................73
6.4
Speed switch (ISS 1 and ISS 2) and RTR .................................................................75
6.5
RSS active signal (TEBS E2 or higher)......................................................................77
6.6
ABS active signal (TEBS E2 or higher)......................................................................77
6.7
Traction help...............................................................................................................78
6.8
External axle load sensor...........................................................................................81
6.9
Dynamic wheelbase control .......................................................................................82
6.9.1
Manoeuvering assistance (OptiTurnTM)......................................................................82
6.9.2
Drawbar load reduction (OptiLoadTM).........................................................................84
6.9.3
Connecting the components.......................................................................................85
6.10
Forced lowering and deactivation of the lifting axle function......................................89
6.11
Brake lining wear indicator .........................................................................................91
6.12
Power supply and data communication on GIO5.......................................................93
6.13
Speed signal...............................................................................................................94
6.14
Steady positive voltage 1 and 2 .................................................................................95
6.15
Road finisher brake ....................................................................................................96
6.15.1 Proximity switch..........................................................................................................99
6.16
Trailer Extending Control..........................................................................................101
6.17
Current vehicle length (Trailer Length Indication) (as of version TEBS E4) ............103
6.18
Tilt warning (Tilt Alert) ..............................................................................................105
6.19
Overload detection ...................................................................................................107
6.20
SafeStart...................................................................................................................108
6.21
Electronic parking brake (with version TEBS E4 or higher) .....................................110
6.22
Relaxation function (Bounce Control).......................................................................112
6.23
Steering axle lock .....................................................................................................113
6.24
Forklift control...........................................................................................................115
6.25
Brake release function..............................................................................................117
6.26
Emergency stop light (Emergency Brake Alert) .......................................................118
6.27
Immobilizer ...............................................................................................................120
6.28
Freely configurable functions ...................................................................................125
7 External systems ................................................................................................................126
7.1
Electronic expansion module (ELEX).......................................................................126
7.1.1
TailGUARD functions ...............................................................................................127
7.1.2
Connection from ISO 12098.....................................................................................133
7.1.3
Battery supply and battery charging.........................................................................134
7.2
Trailer Remote Control .............................................................................................136
7.3
External ECAS..........................................................................................................137
7.4
Trailer Central Electronic..........................................................................................138
7.5
Tire pressure monitoring system (IVTM)..................................................................139
7.6
Telematics (TrailerGUARD) .....................................................................................141
8 Installation notes for vehicle installation and retrofitting ..............................................142
8.1
Data on the TEBS E Modulator................................................................................142
8.2
Connections..............................................................................................................144
8.3
Installation in vehicle ................................................................................................145
8.3.1
RSS installation regulation .......................................................................................146
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8.4
Cable installation / Cable fastening..........................................................................148
8.5
Installation height sensor .........................................................................................150
8.6
Installation of Immobilizer components....................................................................152
8.7
Installation of Trailer Remote Control.......................................................................152
8.8
Installation of TailGUARD components ...................................................................153
8.9
Installation of eTASC ...............................................................................................164
9 Start-up................................................................................................................................ 165
9.1
Parameter definition with TEBS E Diagnostic Software ..........................................165
9.2
Functional test..........................................................................................................166
9.3
Start-up of the LIN ultrasonic sensors...................................................................... 167
9.4
Calibrate the height sensors ....................................................................................169
9.4.1
Calibration for vehicles with mechanical suspension............................................... 170
9.5
Documentation .........................................................................................................171
10 Operation............................................................................................................................. 172
10.1
Warning messages ..................................................................................................172
10.2
Operation with Trailer Remote Control.....................................................................172
10.3
Operation of ECAS level control ..............................................................................180
10.4
Operation of traction help.........................................................................................182
10.5
Operation OptiLoad / OptiTurn.................................................................................182
10.6
Lifting axles operation ..............................................................................................183
10.7
Operating the Immobilizer........................................................................................183
11 Workshop notes .................................................................................................................184
11.1
Maintenance.............................................................................................................184
11.2
System training and PIN ..........................................................................................184
11.3
Diagnostic Hardware................................................................................................185
11.4
Tests / Simulations...................................................................................................186
11.5
Replacement and repair...........................................................................................188
11.6
Tuning the vehicle ....................................................................................................190
11.7
Disposal / Recycling.................................................................................................192
12 Appendix ............................................................................................................................. 193
12.1
Pneumatic ports for TEBS E ....................................................................................193
12.2
Pin assignment TEBS E Modulators and ELEX.......................................................195
12.3
Cable overview.........................................................................................................201
12.4
GIO diagram.............................................................................................................210
12.5
Brake diagram..........................................................................................................212
Index.......................................................................................................................................... 217
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CAUTION
Potential hazard situations that can cause minor or moderate personal injury if the
safety instruction is not observed.
Important instructions, information, or tips that you should always observe.
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TEBS E version
The system comprises:
• TEBS E as of version 0 (July 2007)
• TEBS E as of version 1 (September 2008)
• TEBS E as of version 1.5 (December 2009)
• TEBS E as of version 2 (November 2010)
• ELEX as of version 0 (November 2010)
• TRC as of version 0 (November 2010)
• TEBS E as of version 2.5 (January 2012)
• ELEX as of version 1 (January 2012)
• TRC as of version 1 (January 2012)
• TEBS E as of version 4 (January 2014)
• ELEX as of version 2 (January 2014)
Observe all required regulations and instructions:
– Read this publication thoroughly.
Adhere to all instructions, information and safety information to prevent injury to
persons and damage to property.
WABCO will only guarantee the security, reliability and performance of their
products and systems if all information in this publication is adhered to.
– Make sure to follow the specifications and instructions of the vehicle manufac-
turer.
– Maintain all accident regulations of the business as well as regional and na-
tional regulations.
Make provisions for a safe work environment:
Only trained and qualified technicians are to perform any work on the vehicle.
– Use personal protective equipment if required (protective goggles, respiratory
protection, ear protectors, etc.).
Pedal actuations can lead to severe injuries if persons are in the vicinity of the ve-
hicle. Make sure that pedals cannot be actuated as follows:
– Switch the transmission to ‘neutral’ and actuate the park brake.
– Secure the vehicle against rolling with chocks.
– Fasten a visible note to the steering wheel indicating the work is being per-
formed on the vehicle and that the pedals are not to be actuated.
Avoid electrostatic charge and uncontrolled discharging (ESD):
Note during construction and building the vehicle:
– Prevent potential differences between components (e. g. axles) and the vehicle
frame (Chassis).
Make sure that the resistance between metallic parts of the components to the
vehicle frame is lower than 10 Ohm.
Connect moving or insulated vehicle parts such as axles electrically conductive
with the frame.
– Prevent potential differences between the towing vehicle and the trailer.
Make sure that an electrically conductive connection is made between metal
parts in the towing vehicle and the coupled trailer via the coupling (king pin, fifth
wheel, claws with pins), even without a cable being connected.
– Use electrically conductive bolted connections when fastening the ECUs to the
vehicle frame.
– Run the cable in metallic casing if at all possible (e. g. inside the U-beam) or
behind metallic and grounded protective plating, to minimise the influence of
electro-magnetic fields.
– Avoid the use of plastic materials if they can cause electrostatic charging.
– For electrostatic painting, connect the ground line of the ISO 7638 plug connec-
tion (pin 4) to the paint ground (vehicle chassis).
Note during repair and welding work on the vehicle:
– Disconnect the battery - if installed in the vehicle.
– Disconnect cable connections to devices and components and protect the plug-
ins and connections from contamination and humidity.
– Always connect the grounding electrode directly with the metal next to the weld-
ing position when welding, to prevent magnetic fields and current flow via the
cable or components.
– Make sure that current is well conducted by removing paint or rust.
– Prevent heat influences on devices and cabling when welding.
Special note when using prefabricated TEBS support modules for installation
in the vehicle:
By optimising production processes at trailer manufacturers, many prefabricated
TEBS support modules are installed in the trailer. The TEBS E Modulators as well
as many different valves are fastened to these cross-member supports. These
support modules are often painted so that when installing in the vehicles, the elec-
trical contact between the vehicle frame and the support module has to be properly
connected again.
Ensuring the electrical contact between the support module and the vehicle frame:
– Fasten the support module with electrically conductive bolted fasteners using
self-tapping screws with a conducting surface to the vehicle frame.
The resistance of the support module and the frame must be < 10 Ohm.
This document is intended for use by the manufacturers of trailer vehicles and
workshops.
Since the Trailer EBS E is a very complex system, this system description is ex-
tensive. Here are a couple of notes on the structure of the document:
Braking system
This chapter provides a description of the functions that are required to meet legal
guidelines, such as the ABS, RSS and other braking control functions.
GIO functions
Besides controlling wheel brakes, the Trailer EBS E Premium variant has a number
of functions that can be created specific to the respective vehicle. Besides the solu-
tions ‘prepared’ by WABCO, such as the control of air suspension systems or the
dynamic wheelbase control, the methods for implementing customisable third-party
controllers from the vehicle manufacturer is also explained in this chapter.
External systems
This chapter provides you with information on the following external systems,
which can be connected to the Trailer EBS E Modulator: Electronic expansion
module ELEX (including descriptions on possible additional functions), Trailer Re-
mote Control, (trailer remote control), tire pressure monitoring (IVTM), External
ECAS, Trailer Central Electronic and Telematics (TrailerGUARD).
Installation notes for vehicle installation and retrofitting
This chapter contains descriptions on how individual components and cables are
installed and mounted.
Start-up
Besides start-up and calibration, this chapter also provides information on parame-
ter settings and setting with the TEBS E Diagnostic Software.
Operation
This chapter describes in more detail how to use certain functions via operating
units (SmartBoard, Trailer Remote Control etc.).
Workshop notes
This chapter mainly provides notes on maintenance, system diagnosis, trouble-
shooting, fine tuning and on repairing/replacing components.
Appendix
The appendix contains diagrams and overviews.
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This chapter provides you with a general overview of function and structure of the
basic systems.
4.1.1
braking system
Standard semitrailer with 2S/2M ABS configuration
Standard drawbar trailer with 4S/3M ABS configuration
Legend
1 Power supply via ISO 7638
2 Control line
3 Supply line
4 Stop light supply 24N
via ISO 1185 (op-
tional)
5 TEBS E modulator (with integrated
pressure sensors and integrated
backup valve)
6 Park release emergency
valve (PREV)
7 Overload pro-
tection valve
8 Service brake system
reservoir
9 ABS rotational speed sensor
10 EBS relay valve for control-
ling the 2nd axle (3rd modu-
lator)
11 Support bel-
lows
12 Tristop® cylinder
The lines represent the cabling and piping of the components.
Braking system with conventional air suspension
With the introduction of the new Trailer EBS E braking system the piping and ca-
bling for the trailer braking and air suspension system has been simplified consid-
erably.
Trailer braking system with conventional air suspension
Legend
1 Power supply via ISO 7638
2 Control line
3 Supply line
4 Stop light supply 24N via ISO 1185
(optional)
5 Pneumatic Extension Module (PEM)
6 Charging valve (integrated in
the PEM)
7 Overload protection valve (integrated in
the PEM)
8 Service brake part for the Tristop
cylinders
9 Tristop® cylinder
10 Service brake system reservoir
11 Reservoir for the air suspension
12 Lifting/lowering valve (e.g.
TASCTASC)
13 Red button for actuating the parking
brake system (on PREV)
14 Black button for releasing the auto-
matic brake (on PREV)
15 Support bellows
16 Lifting axle valve
17 Levelling valve
18 ABS rotational speed sensor
19 TEBS E Modulator
20 Park-release emergency valve
(PREV)
The lines represent the cabling and piping of the components.
Braking system
The trailer vehicle is connected to the towing vehicle via two hose couplings for
supply pressure (3) and control pressure (2). The park release emergency valve
(PREV, 20) is used to conduct the control pressure to the TEBS E modulator (19).
The PREV is equipped with a red actuating button (13) for actuating the parking
brake, as well as a further black actuating button (14) for releasing the brake which
is automatically actuated when the trailer vehicle is unhitched. The compressed air
from the reservoir flows to the Pneumatic Extension Module (PEM, 5) via a check
valve integrated in the PREV.
The PEM includes the following functions:
• a charging valve for securing pressure in the air braking system apart from the
air suspension,
• an overload protection valve to protect the wheel brakes from overloading –
when service and parking brake are actuated simultaneously,
• a pressure distribution for the supply ‘air suspension’ and supply ‘service brake’.
The TEBS E Modulator controls the service brake components (8) for the Tristop®
cylinders (9). At least two rotational-speed sensors (18) are connected for sensing
the wheel speeds. A pressure test connection is also provided on the PEM for
measuring the current braking pressure. The PEM charges the service brake sys-
tem reservoir (10) with the supply pressure from the PREV.
The same line is used to supply the TEBS E Modulator with supply pressure from
the reservoir. The reservoir for the air suspension system (11) is charged via the
charging valve integrated in the PEM. The charging valve has the task to ensure
that primary pressure is maintained in the ‘Brake’ reservoir and thus the ability of
the towing vehicle to brake, in the event of a pressure drop in the air suspension
system. In order to protect the wheel brakes from overloading from the additional
brake force (diaphragm part and spring chamber of the Tristop® cylinder actuated
simultaneously), an overload protection valve (7) is integrated in the PEM. The
pressure is distributed to the Tristop® cylinders (9) by the PEM.
The parking brake is actuated by pressing the red button on PREV (13). This ex-
hausts the parking brake component of the Tristop® cylinder so that the integrated
spring can actuate the wheel brake. If the service brake is also used while the
parking brake is actuated, the braking pressure flows into the parking brake com-
ponent of the Tristop® cylinders via the overload protection valve, thereby relieving
the force in the parking brake component in proportion to the braking force built up
in the service brake component and so ensuring that there is no addition of force.
Conventional air suspension system
The conventional air suspension system consists of a levelling valve (17) and a lift-
ing/lowering valve, e.g. TASC (12) see chapter 6.4 ‘Speed switch (ISS 1 and ISS 2)
and RTR’, page 75. Both valves are supplied with supply pressure from the PEM.
The levelling valve adjusts to the normal level (ride height) of the trailer vehicle by
adjusting the amount of air in the support bellows (15). The lifting/lowering valve
can be used to change the level of the trailer vehicle manually, e. g. for loading or
unloading. In addition, a lifting axle valve (16), which is modulated by the TEBS E
Modulator relative to load, may also be installed. The lifting axle valve is also sup-
plied with supply pressure from the PEM.
Electronically controlled air suspension system (ECAS)
An electronically controlled air suspension (ECAS) is an integral part of the
TEBS E Modulator (Premium).
1-point control with a height sensor and a lifting axle (for semitrailers)
The brake lines are not shown in this schematic.
Legend
1 Power supply via ISO 7638
2 Control line
3 Supply line
4 Stop light supply 24N via ISO 1185 (optional)
5 Height sensor
6 TEBS E Modulator (Premium) with integrated
control unit and integrated bellows pressure
sensor for lifting axle control
7 External remote control unit, e.g. SmartBoard,
Trailer Remote Control, ECAS remote control
unit or ECAS control box
8 ECAS solenoid
valve
(with lifting axle
control)
9 Charging valve
10 Lifting bellows
11 Tristop® cylinder
12 Support bellows
13 Service brake system reservoir
14 Reservoir for the
air suspension
15 Park-release emergency valve (PREV)
The lines represent the cabling and piping of the components.
2-point control with two height sensors
Legend
1 TEBS E Modulator (Premium)
480 102 06. 0
2 Electronic expansion module (ELEX)
446 122 070
3 Battery box 446 156 090 0
4 ECAS solenoid valve
472 880 001 0
Optionally 472 905 111 0
(+ pulse-controlled lifting axle)
5 External remote control unit, e.g. SmartBoard
446 192 110 0
6 Height sensors
441 050 100 0
7 Cable for TEBS E battery supply
449 808 ... 0
(not required with TEBS E4 or
higher)
8 Battery distribution cable and/or light
449 803 ... 0
9 Cable for SmartBoard
449 906 ... 0
10 ECAS 2-point control cable
449 439 ... 0
11 Switch (for activating/deactivating the battery
charge)
12 Cable for height sensor
449 811 ... 0
13 Cable for ELEX supply
449 303 020 0
14 Supply cable 449 273 … 0
15 TEBS E battery cable
449 807 … 0
16 Cable for switch 449 714 … 0
2 point control can also be implemented without ELEX. This applies for
the Premium or multi-voltage variant.
ECAS solenoid valves or two eTASC can be used for control of the air
suspension.
Overview of functions
TEBS E
Modulator
(Standard)
TEBS E
Modulator
(Premium)
TEBS E
Modulator
(Multi-Voltage)
From version:
Basic functions
2S/2M
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E1.5
4S/2M
–
TEBS E0
TEBS E1.5
4S/2M+1M
–
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
4S/3M
–
TEBS E0
TEBS E2.5
Roll Stability Support (RSS)
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E1.5
RSS communication in road trains
CAN 5V connection for subsystems (IVTM, Telematics, SmartBoard)
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E1.5
CAN 5V and power supply on GIO5 (telematics)
–
TEBS E0
TEBS E1.5
RSS active signal
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
ABS active signals
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Operation Data Recorder (ODR)
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E1.5
Speed-dependent functions
Speed signal
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Speed signal 1 / RTR
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Speed switch 2
TEBS E1
TEBS E1
TEBS E2
Lifting axle control
Lifting axle (with lifting axle or ECAS valve)
Lifting axle valve only
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
2 separate lifting axles (with lifting axle or ECAS valve)
Lifting axle valve only
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Lifting axle control with LACV-IC
–
TEBS E2.5
–
Traction help
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Start traction help by means of reverse gear
Forced lowering
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Individual forced lowering of lifting axles
OptiTurn (manoeuvering assistance)
–
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Start OptiTurn via reversing
OptiLoad (Drawbar load reduction)
–
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Traction help ‘off-road’
TEBS E1
TEBS E1
TEBS E2
Forklift control
–
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
Forklift control on 2 lifting axles (change of the main axle)
–
Internal ECAS function
Electronic level control (ECAS 1-point control)
–
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Electronic level control ECAS 2-point control with ELEX
–
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
Internal ECAS function
Electronic level control ECAS 2-point control without ELEX
–
Unloading level
–
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Normal level II
–
TEBS E1
TEBS E2
Tag axle control with residual pressure maintenance
–
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
Green warning lamp
–
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
Deactivation of the automatic level control
–
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
eTASC support
–
TEBS E3
TEBS E3
Brake functions
Connection ‘Road finisher brake’
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Proximity switch for road finisher brake
–
TEBS E1
TEBS E2
Relaxation function
TEBS E1
TEBS E1
TEBS E2
Brake release function (Bounce Control)
TEBS E1
TEBS E1
TEBS E2
Brake release function (advanced)
–
TEBS E2.5
TEBS E2.5
Trailer Extending Control
–
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
Safety functions
Brake lining wear indicator (BVA)
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Roll Stability Adviser (Trailer Remote Control)
TEBS E1
TEBS E1
TEBS E2
Immobilizer
–
TEBS E1.5
–
Additional brake light (Emergency Brake Light)
–
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
SafeStart
–
TEBS E2.5
TEBS E2.5
Electronic parking brake
–
–
TiltAlert
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
TiltAlert only with raised tipping body
Overload message via indicator lamp
Other functions
Freely configurable digital function with output
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Freely configurable analogue function with output
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Steady positive voltage 1 and 2
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
Steering axle lock
TEBS E1
TEBS E1
TEBS E2
ServiceMind
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
Notebook function
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
Overload message via indicator lamp
–
Current vehicle length (Trailer Length Indication)
–
Shared warning signal for several functions
External sensors
External axle load sensor
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E1.5
Second external axle load sensor c-d
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
External nominal value sensor
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E1.5
Height sensor mechanical suspension
–
TEBS E0
TEBS E1.5
External systems
Trailer Central Electronic support
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
External ECAS support
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
SmartBoard support
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E2
IVTM support
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E1.5
ELEX support
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
TailGUARD (all configurations) with ELEX
–
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
Battery supply / charging
–
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
GIO terminal extensions through ELEX
–
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
Connection to ISO 12098 from ELEX
–
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
CAN-Router / CAN-Repeater
CAN communication
TEBS E0
TEBS E0
TEBS E1.5
Desired pressure sensor on CAN router/CAN repeater
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
TEBS E2
The Trailer EBS E braking system is an electronically controlled braking system
with load-dependent braking pressure regulation, automatic antilocking system
(ABS) and electronic stability control (RSS).
Trailer vehicles equipped with a trailer EBS E braking system may only be towed by
motor vehicles with an extended ISO 7638 plug connections (7-pin; 24 volts; towing
vehicles with CAN data line) or with an ISO 7638 plug connections (5-pin, 24 volts;
towing vehicles without CAN data line).
Only with the TEBS E Multi-Voltage Modulator is a 12 V supply to ISO 7638 also
possible.
5.2
Scope of application
Vehicles
Trailer vehicles with one or more than one axle in classes O3 and O4 according to
the directive 70/156/EWG, Annex II with air suspension, hydraulic suspension, me-
chanical suspension, disc or drum brakes.
Braking systems
Power braking system with a pneumatic or pneumatic-hydraulic transmission sys-
tem in accordance with the directive 71/320/EEC or ECE R 13 regulation or legal
regulations StVZO (applies only in Germany).
Single and dual tires
For each axle whose rotational speed is sensed, identical tire dimensions and iden-
tical numbers of pole wheel teeth must be used.
A ratio of tire circumference to number of pole wheel teeth of ≥ 23 to ≤ 39 is per-
missible.
Example: For a pole wheel with 100 teeth and a rolling circumference of the tire of
3250 mm, the maximum wheel speed that can be processed by the EBS is vwheel
max. ≤ 160 km/h.
Brake calculation
For using the Trailer EBS E, a specific brake calculation is necessary for the vehi-
cle or vehicle series. Speak to your WABCO partner.
Form ‘Technical vehicle data for the brake calculation for trailers’
Open the WABCO website http://www.wabco-auto.com.
Here click on Product catalogue INFORM.
Enter the publication number 826 000 472 3 (for German) or 826 000 473 3 (for
English) into the Product Number field.
Click the Publications radio button.
Click on the Start button.
Expertise and standards
Expertise
Expertise
Open the WABCO website http://www.wabco-auto.com.
Here click on Product catalogue INFORM.
Enter the search term Expertise in the Index field.
Click on the Start button.
Select the search term Expertise from the list.
Click the link Publications.
Certificate (Language)
Subject
EB123.10E (en)
ABS
EB123_supply.1E
Additional certificate for 4- to 10-axle vehicles according to ECE R13, Annex 20
EB124.6E (includes ID EB 124.5E) (en) EBS
•
Extension of ECE R13, series 11, supplement 4
•
Annex 1, chapter 3.2.3.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility
•
Annex 2 CAN Repeater / CAN Router
EB167.1E (de, en)
RSS for TEBS E and TEBS D according to ECE R 13 Series 11
TUEH-TB2007-019.01 (de, en)
Trailer EBS E (ADR/GGVS)
RDW-13R-0228 (en)
Comparative expert report TEBS D / TEBS E
ID_EB158.0 (en)
Brake release and relaxation function
EB124_CanRou_0E (en)
CAN Router
Standards
Standards
Title
ISO/TR 12155
DIN 75031
Commercial vehicles and trailer vehicles – Warning devices for manoeuvring –
Requirements and tests
DIN EN ISO 228 (Part 1 - 2)
Pipe threads for connections that are not sealed with the threads
ECE R 48 (2008)
Directive No. 48 of the Economic Commission of the United Nations for Europe –
Uniform conditions for the certification of vehicles regarding the installation of light-
ing or light signalling equipment
ISO 1185
Road vehicles – Plug connections for electrically connecting towing vehicles and
trailer vehicles – 7-pin plug connection Type 24 N (normal) for vehicles with 24 V
nominal voltage
ISO 4141 (Part 1 - 4)
Road vehicles - Multi-wire connecting lines
ISO 7638 (Part 1 - 2)
Road vehicles – Plug-in connectors for the electrical connection of towing vehicles
and trailer vehicles – Part 1: Plug-in connectors for braking systems and braking
equipment of vehicles with 24 V / 12 V nominal voltage
ISO 11898 (Part 1 -5)
Road vehicles – CAN
ISO 11992 (Part 1 -2)
Road vehicles – Exchange of digital information via electrical connections between
towing vehicles and trailer vehicles
ISO 12098
Road vehicles – Plug connections for electrically connecting towing vehicles and
trailer vehicles – 15-pin plug connection for vehicles with 24V nominal voltage
1x TEBS E Modu-
lator (standard)
2x ABS rotational
speed sensor
1- to 3-axle semitrailer / central
axle trailer with air suspension,
hydraulic or mechanical sus-
pension
Each control channel has one ABS rotational speed sensor and one
TEBS E pressure control channel. All remaining wheels of a vehicle, if
existing, are controlled indirectly; Individual brake force control (IR). In
this case, each side of the vehicle is provided with the braking pres-
sure that is possible based on the road conditions and the brake char-
acteristics during emergency braking.
2S/2M+Select-Low valve
1x TEBS E Modu-
lator (standard)
2x ABS rotational
speed sensor
1x Select Low
Valve (SLV)
1- to 3-axle semitrailer / central
axle trailer with air suspension,
hydraulic or mechanical sus-
pension and a steering axle
The steering axle is supplied with the respective lower pressure from
the pressure control channels via the SLV, so that the axle remains
stable even in i-split situations (different friction on each side).
4S/2M
1x TEBS E Modu-
lator (Premium)
4x ABS rotational
speed sensor
2- to 5-axle semitrailer / central
axle trailer with air suspension,
hydraulic or mechanical sus-
pension
Two ABS rotational speed sensors are arranged on each side of the
vehicle. Each side of the vehicle is controlled individually. The braking
pressure is the same for all wheels on one side.
The two wheels on this side of the vehicle with sensors are controlled
according to the principle of modified side control (MSR). In this case,
the first wheel to lock on one side of the vehicle is the determining
factor for ABS control.
The principle of individual regulation (IR) is used for the both sides of
the vehicle.
4S/2M+1M+Double check valve
1x TEBS E Modu-
lator (Premium)
4x ABS rotational
speed sensor
1x ABS relay
valve
1x Double check
valve (SHV)
For 2- to 5-axle semitrailers /
2- to 3-axle central axle trailers
with air suspension, hydraulic or
mechanical suspension and a
steering axle
Two ABS rotational speed sensors, one SHV and an ABS relay valve
are arranged on the steering axle.
The steering axle is controlled according to the modified axle regula-
tion (MAR) principle and the other axle according to the principle of
individual control (IR).
4S/3M
1x TEBS E Modu-
lator (Premium)
4x ABS rotational
speed sensor
1x EBS relay
valve
2- to 5-axle drawbar trailers /
2- to 5-axle semitrailers / 2- to
3-axle central axle trailers with
air suspension and one steering
axle.
Two ABS rotational speed sensors and an EBS relay valve are ar-
ranged on the front axle. The steering axle is controlled according to
the Modified Axle Control (MAR) principle. The wheel on the steering
axle which tends to lock up first is dominant for ABS control.
On an additional axle one ABS rotational speed sensor and one TEBS
E pressure control channel control each side separately. These
wheels are individually controlled (IR).
Axles or wheels which have no sensors fitted are controlled by directly controlled
axles or wheels. Multi-axle units require an almost identical adhesion utilisation on
these axles when braking.
If not all wheels have sensors, those axles that have the greatest tendency to lock
up need to be applied with ABS rotational speed sensors.
Multi-axle assemblies with static axle load allocation only should be equipped in
such a way (brake cylinders, length of brake levers, etc.) that the wheels of all ax-
les reach the locking limit as simultaneously as possible and a directly controlled
wheel does not indirectly control more than two wheels or one axle.
Lifting axles
2S/2M: Lifting axles must not be sensed.
All other system configurations with at least 4S with the exception of drawbar trail-
ers: Lifting axles can be fitted with ABS rotational speed sensors e-f.
2 axle vehicles with two lifting axles are supported as a 4S/2M system.
TEBS E automatically detects which axle is lifted and uses the axle on
the ground as the main axle, see chapter 6.24 ‘Forklift control’,
page 115.
Tag axles
Vehicles with tag axles must be equipped with a 4S/2M+1M or 4S/3M system to
prevent the tag axle from locking up.
If the frame is more rigid (e.g. box bodies), a 4S/3M system must be used to pre-
vent the outside wheel from locking up when braking in corners.
Steering axles
Constrained controlled axles are to be treated as rigid axles.
WABCO recommendation: Trailers with self-steering axles are configured with
4S/3M, 4S/2M+1M or 2S/2M+SLV. If the vehicle is equipped with RSS, one of
these configurations must be used to prevent the vehicle from breaking away in a
curve when RSS actuates.
2S/2M or 4S/2M EBS systems with steering axles: During the type approval for a
trailer, driving tests are to ensure that no impermissible vibrations or course devia-
tions occur. The reactions of all available steering axles must be evaluated during
an ABS test. If additional stability is required during ABS operation for a self-
steering axle, the steering axle should be switched to rigid using the speed switch
(ISS).
ABS configurations and allocation of sensors/modulators
Modulator
ABS rotational speed sensors
System axle
Control type
Trailer
c-d
Main axle (not lifting)
IR/MSR
Trailer
e-f
Additional axle (lifting)
MSR
ABS / EBS
e-f
Additional axle, steering axle or lifting axle
MAR
Legend
Driving direction
Trailer modulator
Double Check Valve (SHV)
Sensed wheel
(directly controlled)
EBS relay valve
ABS relay valve
Select Low Valve (SLV)
Not sensed wheel
(indirectly controlled)
ABS configurations for semitrailers, central axle trailers, drawbar trailers and dolly
Semitrailer and central axle trailer
Drawbar trailer
The dolly is treated like a central axle trailer.
Vehicles with many axles and several TEBS E Modulators
On vehicles with 5 to 10 axles, two TEBS E systems can be installed using the
CAN router. A 2S/2M and a 4S/3M system can be combined in this respect.
An additional CAN router is required to integrate a third TEBS E Modulator.
All axles of a TEBS E Modulator can be lifted at the same time without
the TEBS E signalling a fault via the warning lamp, see chapter 5.8
‘System monitoring‘, page 35.
ABS configurations for internal loaders (example: Transport of sheets of
glass or concrete slabs)
These vehicles have a U-frame with no mechanical connection from the left to the
right side of the vehicle in the axle region.
The trailer modulator must be installed at the front in the vicinity of the pick-up plate
and the brake cylinders are connected using brake lines up to 10 m long.
Additional relay valves must be used to improve the response time and ABS per-
formance.
The overview shows the configurations tested in the ABS EB123.10E certificate.
As previously, other configurations must be approved by the German Technical In-
spection Agency (TÜV) through individual acceptance.
Legend
SRV Single relay valve
DRV Dual relay valve
Permissible lengths and diameters for hoses and pipes
Semitrailers, central axle trailers, drawbar trailers and dolly
Hoses and pipes
Min. diameter
Max. length
Reservoir to trailer modulator
ø 12 mm *)
*)
Reservoir to relay valve
ø 9 mm *)
*)
Trailer modulator to brake cylinder
ø 9 mm
6 m
Relay valve to brake cylinder
ø 9 mm
6 m
Hoses and pipes
Diameter
Max. length
Reservoir to trailer modulator
min. ø 12 mm
*)
Reservoir to relay valve
min. ø 9 mm
*)
Trailer modulator to relay valve
max. ø 9 mm
10 m
Trailer modulator to brake cylinder
min. ø 9 mm *)
10 m
Relay valve to brake cylinder
min. ø 9 mm
min. ø 9 mm
3 m
3 m
*) The length of the hoses and pipes between the reservoir and modulator are only
allowed to be long enough for the response time as per ECE R13 annex 6 to be
met.
Description of the components of the electropneumatic braking system
Components / Part number
Application / Vehicle type
Purpose/Function
TEBS E Modulator
480 102 ... 0
(Overview of variants, see chapter 12.1
‘Pneumatic ports for TEBS E’,
page 193)
All trailers
Control and monitoring of the electro-
pneumatic braking system.
Side dependent control of the brake
cylinder pressures on up to three axles.
Control of ABS, RSS etc.
TEBS E Modulator with flange-mounted
Pneumatic Extension Module (PEM)
(Overview of variants, see chapter 12.1
‘Pneumatic ports for TEBS E’,
page 193)
461 513 ... 0
All trailer vehicles with air suspension
Pneumatic distribution module with
integrated charging valve for the air
suspension and integrated overload
protection valve.
The PEM reduces the number of cou-
plings and simplifies the installation of
the TEBS E braking system.
EBS relay valve
480 207 001 0 (24 V)
480 207 202 0 (12 V)
On the front-/rear-axle with drawbar
trailers or additional axle with semitrail-
ers.
4S/3M systems
Control of braking pressures with sens-
ing of actual braking values.
Electrical actuation and monitoring via
TEBS E.
ABS relay valve
472 195 037 0
Additional axle on semitrailers
4S/2M+1M systems
The braking pressure produced for this
axle is not monitored with this configura-
tion.
The braking pressure of the axle con-
trolled directly by the TEBS modulator is
used as the control pressure. If the
pressure of the TEBS E Modulator is
different on either side, the greater
pressure is used by means of a Select-
High valve.
Electrical actuation (ABS function) via
TEBS E.
Components / Part number
Application / Vehicle type
Purpose/Function
Park Release Emergency Valve
(PREV)
971 002 900 0 (M 16x1.5; with plate)
971 002 902 0 (M 16x1.5)
971 002 910 0 (ø8x1, with pressure test
connection)
971 002 911 0 (2x ø10x1; 3x ø8x1)
971 002 912 0 (ø8x1, with plate and
pressure test connection)
971 002 913 0 (2x ø10x1; 3x ø8x1)
All trailer vehicles
Functions of the trailer brake valve and
the double release valve combined in
one unit (including emergency brake
function).
Select Low Valve
(Double cut-off valve)
434 500 003 0
Vehicles with 2S/2M+Select Low con-
trol, e.g. with steering axle.
The input pressures are the pressures
output by the trailer modulator for each
side. The lower pressure is directed to
the axle to be braked.
Select High Valve
(Double check valve/Two-way valve)
434 208 055 0
Vehicles with 4S/2M+1M system for
actuating the separate ABS relay valve.
The input pressures are the pressures
output by the trailer modulator for each
side. The higher pressure is fed to the
ABS relay valve.
ABS rotational speed sensors
441 032 808 0 (0.4 m)
441 032 809 0 (1 m)
On the brake mounts of the axles or the
main axles.
Detection of the movement status of a
rotating pole wheel together with the
vehicle wheel.
Pressure sensors
441 044 101 0
441 044 102 0
On one of the support bellows of the
axle to be monitored.
On the yellow coupling head.
Axle load measurement.
Measurement of pressure at the yellow
coupling head.
Components / Part number
Application / Vehicle type
Purpose/Function
CAN router
446 122 050 0 (Socket)
446 122 056 0 (Socket; with connection
for nominal pressure sensor)
446 122 052 0 (Connector)
446 122 054 0 (Connector; with connec-
tion for nominal pressure sensor)
Tractor trailers with multiple trailer brak-
ing systems (EuroCombis or road
trains).
Between towing vehicle/trailer interface
and TEBS E Modulator(s).
Power supply and distribution of CAN
signals to multiple TEBS E Modulators.
Up to four CAN routers in series can
supply up to five TEBS E Modulators.
By connecting an optional pressure
sensor, the brake/control pressure is
measured in the vicinity of the coupling
head and is sent as a CAN signal to the
TEBS E Modulator(s) connected to the
outputs, to guarantee optimal response
time even without an EBS towing vehi-
cle.
CAN repeater
446 122 051 0 (Socket)
446 122 053 0 (Connector)
For special vehicles, the cable lengths
of which do not correspond with regula-
tions, e.g. telescoping low-beds or long-
log transporters.
Between towing vehicle/trailer interface
and TEBS E Modulator.
Amplification of the CAN signal to en-
sure information supply for the con-
nected TEBS E over greater distances.
Note: ISO 11992 stipulates that the line
in the trailer be maximum 18 m. The
cable length for Trailer EBS E together
with the CAN repeater can be up to
80 m.
Cable
Cable overview, see chapter 12.3 ‘Cable
overview’, page 201.
Connecting components
5.6
Components of the TEBS E Modulator
The TEBS E Modulator is controller electronics with four input channels for rota-
tional-speed sensors and one CAN interface ‘Towing vehicle’.
The components of the modulator are:
• An internal pressure sensor ‘Braking pressure’
• An internal pressure sensor ‘Axle load’
• A backup valve for emergency operation if the power fails
• Two modulators for controlling the brake cylinders
• Two internal pressure sensors for measuring the pressures for the brake cylin-
der
• One control output for controlling another axle
• One internal pressure sensor for monitoring the supply pressure
• One lateral acceleration sensor for monitoring the driving stability
The Trailer EBS E is activated electrically via pin 2 of the ISO 7638 plug connec-
tion (terminal 15) and then supplied with power via pin 2 (terminal 30).
WARNING
Increased risk of accidents due to locking wheels as well as delayed braking
effect
If the ISO 7638 plug connection to the towing vehicle is not connected, the ABS-,
EBS- and RSS-control functions are not available.
– Instruct the driver by suitable means with regard to this circumstance (e.g. ad-
hesive label, operating instructions).
5.7.1
Function test when switching on or coupling
Two seconds after switching on the Trailer EBS E a system check is performed
and the solenoids can be heard to briefly switch on and off.
If the system check is not audible when the 7 or 5 pin ISO 7638 plug connection is
connected, there is a problem in the power supply between towing vehicle and
TEBS E (terminal 15, 30 or ground connection of the coiled cable or power cable to
the Trailer EBS Modulator).
Consequence: The modulator is not supplied with voltage.
Remedy: Take great care while you drive to the nearest workshop.
5.7.2
Power supply via stop light (24N)
In the event of a failure of the power supply via the ISO 7638 plug connection, the
TEBS E braking system can be supplied via an optional stop light power supply
(24N) – as a safety function.
In accordance with ECE R13, an exclusive supply via the stop light is not permitted.
Please note that with the supply via 24N or ISO 12098 while travelling, the function
‘RSS’ and the GIO outputs are not active. This means that ECAS control integrated
in TEBS is also missing.
If the ECU is only supplied by the stop light while travelling in a braking procedure,
the following functions are available:
• the load-related braking force distribution (LSV function)
• the ABS with limited, delayed control characteristics
• the ISS output for actuating a rotary slide valve with RTR function (TASC)
• the ECAS RTR function
Semitrailer, central axle trailer with maximum 4S/2M system.
Semitrailer, central axle trailer with maximum 4S/2M+1M system.
Semitrailer, central axle trailer and drawbar trailer with a 4S/3M sys-
tem.
Purpose
The TEBS E Modulator (multi-voltage) 480 102 080 0 can be operated with 12 V
towing vehicles as well as with 24 V towing vehicles.
TEBS E multi-voltage no longer supports the PLC communication with the towing
vehicle common in the US. This may mean that the TEBS E warnings are not dis-
played in the dashboard of US trucks.
Connection of the TEBS E Modulator (multi-voltage) with the tractor
For installation and use in mixed operation, an extra 12 V coded connection socket
must be installed in addition to the 24 V coded ISO 7638 connection socket:
• 24 V connection socket with CAN signal (446 008 380 2 or 446 008 381 2)
Use power cable 449 173 … 0 for connecting the 24 V connection socket for
example.
• 12 V connection socket without CAN signal (446 008 385 2 or 446 008 386 2)
Use a 5-pin (if necessary 7-pin) cable for connecting the 12V connection socket.
• 12 V connection socket with CAN signal (446 008 385 2 or 446 008 386 2)
Use a 5-pole (7-pole with 12 V CAN support) cable to connect the 12 V connec-
tion socket.
A 'Y' power cable must be made using a cabling box to connect the 24V and the
12V connection.
Multi-voltage capable functions
Because there is normally no CAN signal in 12 V towing vehicles, the ‘Brake’ con-
trol pressure is only transferred to the trailer pneumatically.
The following components can be connected:
• External pressure sensors on GIO1 or GIO3
• Buttons and switch inputs (e.g. for road finisher brakes) on the GIO1-7
• Brake lining wear indication (BVA) an GIO1-4 or GIO6-7
• SmartBoard or IVTM on SUBSYSTEM
Different GIO functions are available, depending on the TEBS E version. 12 V
valves are connected for this purpose.
As of TEBS E version
Lifting axle control
Lifting axle valve 463 084 050 0
TEBS E2
4S/2M+1M systems
ABS relay valve 472 196 003 0
TEBS E2
4S/3M (drawbar trailer)
EBS relay valve 480 207 202 0
TEBS E2.5
ECAS
eTASC 463 080 5.. 0
TEBS E3
ECAS
Valve rear axle
472 880 072 0
TEBS E4
TailGUARD
ELEX
TEBS E2
OptiTurn
Tag axle valve
472 195 066 0
TEBS E4
Battery operation
Multi-Voltage systems can only be connected (via ELEX or directly) to 12 V batter-
ies in the trailer.
The charging function for the battery is only available while the trailer is supplied
with 12 V.
The Wake-up function is not available if the vehicle is supplied with 24 V.
Connecting 12 V components to GIOs other than those specified in the circuit dia-
grams can destroy system components.
Warnings and system messages
Lamp signal indications after turning on the ignition
Based on ECE R 13, two reactions are permitted when switching on the ignition
and can be defined with the TEBS E Diagnostic Software.
Variant 1
The fault indicator / warning lamp in the towing vehicle illuminates after switching
the ignition on.
If no current fault is detected, the fault indicator / warning lamp goes out after
approx. 2 seconds. Trailer EBS E is operational.
If a current fault was detected, such as a sensor error, the fault indicator / warning
lamp remains on.
If a sensor fault was detected during the last drive, the warning lamp / fault indica-
tor goes out at speeds v > 7 km/h.
If the warning lamp / fault indicator does not go out even after starting to drive, the
driver must have the fault rectified at a workshop.
Variant 2
The fault indicator / warning lamp in the towing vehicle illuminates after switching
the ignition on.
The warning lamp / fault indicator goes out at v ≥ 7km/h.
If the warning lamp / fault indicator does not go out even after starting to drive, the
driver must have the fault rectified at a workshop.
Warnings and system messages
If the amber or red fault indicator / warning lamp on the instrument panel lights up
or flashes while driving, a warning or system message is indicated.
Amber fault indicator / warning lamp: Controlled by pin 5 of the ISO 7638 plug
connection and via CAN bus
Red fault indicator / warning lamp: Controlled via the CAN bus of the ISO 7638
plug connection
Any events that occur during operation are stored in the Trailer EBS E and can be
read out in the workshop using the TEBS E Diagnostic Software.
The fault indicator / warning lamp must be monitored by the driver.
If the fault indicator / warning lamps are illuminated, a visit to the workshop is nec-
essary. The instructions on the display must be observed if applicable.
The faults are displayed according to the fault's priority level. The priority level of
the faults is grouped into five classes:
Class 0: Minor, temporary faults are indicated by an amber fault indicator / warning
lamp.
Class 1: Medium severity, which cause partial functions (e.g. ABS) to be deacti-
vated, are indicated by an amber fault indicator / warning lamp.
Class 2: Severe faults in the braking system are indicated by a red fault indicator /
warning lamp.
Class 3: Minor faults that can cause deactivation of GIO functions (such as speed
signal) are indicated by the amber fault indicator / warning lamp flashing after the
respective function is engaged.
Class 4: Minor faults that can cause deactivation of GIO functions (such as the
remote control unit). There is no indication through the fault indicator / warning
lamp.
Warning signal sequences in the case of power supply via ISO 1185 / ISO 12098
The power supply via ISO 1185 (24N, light) or ISO 12098 is provided as a safety
function in order to maintain important control functions in the event of a power
supply failure from the ISO 7638 plug connection.
If the ISO 7638 plug connection fails completely, warning via pin 5 is not possible.
If the connection via pin 5 is intact, the fault indicator / warning lamp is actuated
and the driver is warned.
Warning signal sequences in the event of unspecified faults in accordance with ECE R 13
Following the switching on procedure and the warning indicator / warning lamp test,
the fault indicator / warning lamp will flash in the event of non-specified faults in ac-
cordance with ECE regulations.
The fault indicator / warning lamp is no longer illuminated when the vehicle's speed
exceeds 10 km/h.
The following states can cause the fault indicator / warning lamp to flash:
• Immobilizer activated
• Electronic parking brake activated
• Service interval reached (BVA brake lining wear indicator)
• Brake lining worn
• Current class 3 faults (e.g. ECAS faults)
• Loss of tire pressure (IVTM)
Warning signal with ignition on without detecting motion
TEBS E switches the warning lamp / warning indicator on 30 minutes after the igni-
tion has been turned on if no speed is detected via the wheel sensors. This func-
tion results in incorrect messages when on a trailer with many axles and several
TEBS E all axles of one TEBS E are lifted.
With TEBS E4 or higher. tab 8, General functions can be used to con-
figure by means of parameters that TEBS E only signals a warning if
no wheel speed is detected even though an axle load is detected.
Alternatively the previous function (warning after 30 minutes) can be
set.
Supply pressure monitoring
Application
Integrated function in the TEBS E Modulator.
Purpose
Monitoring the supply pressure by TEBS E.
Function
Fault indicator / warning lamp: If the supply pressure drops below 4.5 bar in the
trailer vehicle, the driver is warned by the fault indicator / warning lamp (red and
amber) switching on. If this is the case while in motion, a message is also saved in
the diagnostic memory. The fault indicator / warning lamp only goes out if the sup-
ply pressure exceeds 4.5 bar again.
Risk of accidents caused by low supply pressure (< 4.5 bar)
The vehicle can no longer be braked by means of the service brake. If the pres-
sure at the coupling head is below 2.5 bar, the vehicle is automatically braked by
the spring chambers.
– As soon as the fault indicator / warning lamp (red and amber) is illuminated, the
vehicle must be stopped and parked in a safe location.
– The pressure supply must be checked and a repair service must be called
when necessary.
5.8.2
Pneumatic redundancy
In the event of a system fault, which requires a (partial) shut-down of the overall
system, the pneumatic control pressure is switched through to the brake cylinder
directly, however without consideration of the axle loads (LSV). The ABS function
is maintained to the greatest possible extent.
Fault indicator / warning lamp: The driver is notified of the system status by an il-
luminated red fault indicator / warning lamp.
With no power supply, the control pressure is sent directly to the brake cylinders
via the yellow coupling head. The backup valve, integrated in the TEBS E modula-
tor and separates the control pressure from the pressure control circuits in normal
operation, remains open.
When the Trailer EBS E is functional, the backup valve is pressurised at the begin-
ning of a braking procedure and therefore the control line from the yellow coupling
head is disconnected from the pressure control of the Trailer EBS E modulator.
Now, based on the nominal value recognition and then load, the pressure regula-
tion is controlled via the pressure control circuit.
5.9.1
Nominal value detection
The braking request issued by the driver is referred to as the nominal value.
If the trailer is towed by an EBS towing vehicle with a 7-pin (ABS) plug connection
according to ISO 7638, the TEBS E gets the nominal value from the EBS vehicle
via the trailer interface (CAN).
If no nominal value is available via the trailer interface, e.g. when operating the
trailer vehicle behind a towing vehicle with a convention braking system, a nominal
value is created by measuring the control pressure on the yellow coupling head.
This is either done via the nominal value pressure sensor that is integrated in the
TEBS E Modulator or installed externally. The external nominal value pressure
sensor is especially recommended with exceptionally long trailer vehicles to ex-
clude the delay caused by long lines.
To enable the pressure in the trailer vehicle to build up as quickly as possible, the
nominal value received via CAN (ISO 7638, pin 6 and 7) is always prioritised for
control purposes.
In order to adapt the brake forces to various loading conditions, the axle loads on
vehicles with air suspension and vehicles with hydraulic suspension are measured
by sensing the bellows pressures. For mechanically suspended vehicles, the load
status is determined by measuring the compression travel with one height sensor
or two height sensors see chapter 5.9.2 ‘Load Sensing Valve (LSV)’, page 40.
Nominal value via CAN with 12 V
For TEBS E2 it can be configured whether or not the data from the
CAN bus should be ignored when the supply voltage is less than 16 V.
Activation is done via tab 8, General functions.
5.9.1.1 External nominal value sensor
Vehicle type
All trailers, particularly where there is a great distance between yellow coupling
head and TEBS E Modulator.
Purpose
Improving the response time in towing vehicles without EBS (no CAN signal).
Installation
In the control line on the front of the vehicle or directly on the CAN router or CAN
repeater see chapter 5.5 ‘Description of the components of the electropneumatic
braking system’, page 29.
A desired value pressure sensor cannot be connected to the ELEX.
Components
Component
Figure
Part number
TEBS E Modulator (Premium)
480 102 06. 0
Nominal value pressure sensor (0 to 10
bar)
Use only at the responsibility of the
vehicle manufacturer, depending on the
vehicle construction.
Assignment of the GIO connections is
determined using the TEBS E Diagnostic
software.
441 044 101 0
441 044 102 0
Cable for desired pressure sensor
449 812 ... 0
CAN-Router or CAN-Repeater
A precise description of the CAN-Router
and CAN-Repeater can be found in the
corresponding documentation see chap-
ter 4 ‘Introduction’, page 12 => ‘More in-
formation’ section.
CAN-
Repeater
CAN-Router
446 122 05. 0
Overview of variants, see
chapter 5.5 ‘Description of the
components of the elec-
tropneumatic braking system’,
page 29
Parameter setting
Activation is done via tab 8, General functions.
Load Sensing Valve (LSV)
1-circuit Axle load determination
Vehicle type
Trailers with all suspension types.
Purpose
Trailer EBS E includes a load-dependent braking pressure control, with which the
braking pressure is adapted to the load status. Characteristic curves are stored
based on the braking calculations via the parameter settings.
The current load status is determined by sensing the air-suspension bellows pres-
sure, the hydraulic pressure, by evaluating the compression travel with mechanical
suspension or derived from the rotational speed differentials of the wheel speeds in
two axles sensed with rotational speed.
Semitrailers and drawbar trailers are controlled differently.
2-circuit Axle load determination (right/left)
Vehicle type
Trailer vehicles with separate hydraulic suspension or air suspension per side.
Purpose
This function enables the creation of a right-left average value of the axle loads.
This improves the braking behaviour of the trailer (more precise determination of
the actual load status). An additional axle load sensor is installed on the main axle
c-d, which must be set in the TEBS E Diagnostic Software as a second External
axle load sensor c-d.
Determining the axle loads
The axle load of main axle c-d can be determined with the following options:
• Measuring the air spring pressure with a pressure sensor integrated in the
modulator with air-suspension vehicles
• Measuring the air spring bellows pressure using an external pressure sensor for
air/hydraulically suspended vehicles (External axle load sensor c-d)
• Measuring the compression travel with a height sensor for mechanically sus-
pended vehicles
The axle load of additional axle e-f can be determined with the following options:
• Measuring the bellows pressure using an external pressure sensor for
air/hydraulically suspended vehicles
• Measuring the compression travel with a height sensor for mechanically sus-
pended vehicles (External axle load sensor e-f)
• Determining the axle load via slip detection in 4S/3M systems
Safety function ‘Vehicle on buffer’
If the bellows pressure is less than 0.15 bar and less than 50 % of the defined
empty bellows pressure (always the lower value), the LSV characteristic curve
‘Laden’ is controlled because the vehicle frame is probably resting on the buffer of
the axle and no reliable conclusion can be drawn regarding the load status.
A = Application range; W = Wear range; S = Stability range
In this example, the nominal value or control pressure
(pm) increases in the application range from 0 bar to
0.7 bar. With this control pressure, the braking pressure
(pcyl) increases from 0 to 0.4 bar.
At 0.7 bar, the response pressure in the wheel brake is
reached and therefore the vehicle can start to build up
braking force from that point on. This point, being the
response pressure of the entire trailer brake, can be set
in the parameters within EC braking bands.
The braking band indicates, in which range the decel-
eration (in %) must be situated at a certain control
pressure pm.
As the sequence continues, the braking pressure fol-
lows a straight-line characteristic when the vehicle is
laden. This line takes it through the calculated value at
6.5 bar.
When the vehicle is unladen, the response pressure is
also applied at 0.7 bar. Afterwards, the braking pres-
sure is reduced relative to the load.
The response pressures of the brakes are once again
output at the limit of the application range. These pres-
sures may also differ from one axle to another. In the
partial braking range pressures are delivered for opti-
mum wear.
In a drawbar trailer with type 24 cylinders on the front
axle and type 20 cylinders on the rear axle, for exam-
ple, the pressure at the front axle is slightly reduced
and that at the rear axle is slightly increased in accor-
dance with the configuration. This ensures that the load
is distributed evenly between all wheel brakes and is
more exact than the function of the adapter valve used
with conventional braking systems.
In the stability range, the pressures are output in such a
way as to ensure the same adhesion utilisation (possi-
ble adhesion utilisation) as a function of the axle load.
The LSV data is entered via tab 3, Brake data.
Generally, the definition of a linear characteristic is sufficient.
In special cases a special characteristic can be defined by means of an additional
characteristic point.
By default, three values are preset:
Application range
Wear range
Transition range
(optional)
Stability range
Pressure at the yellow coupling head
(Control pressure or nominal value)
p ≤ 0.7 bar
0,7 bar < p ≤ 2.0 bar
2,0 bar < p ≤ 4,5 bar 4,5 bar < p ≤ 6.5 bar
Calculated deceleration of the vehicle
0 %
at 2 bar: 12,6 %
at 4.5 bar: 37 %
at 6.5 bar: 56,5 %
The braking pressure level control is adapted proportionally to the measured vehi-
cle load.
The aim is to achieve a deceleration of 55 % during all loading conditions and
when the pressure at the yellow coupling head (control pressure or nominal value)
is 6.5 bar.
Pressure sensor for hydraulic suspension
The pressure sensor has to be selected based on the pressures that occur. The
signal output must be linear between 0.5 and 4.5 V.
Hydraulic Pressure: 0 bar = 0.5 V
Maximum system pressure = 4.5 bar
Various manufacturers supply matching pressure sensors, such as WIKA (Model
894.24.540 with measuring range of hydraulic pressure 25 to 1000 bar) or Hydac
(pressure transducers HDA4400, range of measurement 250bar).
Next to the pressure range, the pin assignment on the electrical port must be
checked.
Example
Hydraulic bellows pressure ‘unladen’ = 50 bar
Hydraulic bellows pressure ‘laden’ = 125 bar
The pressure input for the TEBS E LSV parameters ‘laden’ and ‘unladen’ is sought
after.
Default
Search for hydraulic pressure sensor, which corresponds with the measuring range
from 125 bar.
‘Hydraulic’ pressure sensor: 0 to 250 bar => 0.5 to 4.5 V
WABCO standard EBS pressure sensor ‘pneumatic’ as comparison value: 0 to
10 bar => 0.5 to 4.5 V
Calculation
Range of measurement 250 bar: WABCO standard EBS pressure sensor 10 bar =
25 bar
Parameter value for bellows pressure ‘laden’ => 125 bar / 250 bar * 10 bar = 5 bar
Parameter value for bellows pressure ‘unladen’ =>
50 bar / 250 bar * 10 bar = 2 bar
Conversion of the hydraulic pressure into the pneumatic reference
pressure is carried out in the TEBS E Diagnostic Software and simpli-
fies the setting of parameters.
Deviations in the calculation of the parameter values are also pro-
duced by rounding or down within the binary numeric system.
5.9.2.1 Mechanical suspensions
Vehicle type
Vehicles with leaf-spring suspension (mechanical suspension).
Purpose
Determining the axle loads
Function
The axle load information for the LSV function is derived from the compression
travel of the axle combination. ECAS height sensors are used for this purpose. In
this particular case of application the sensor delivers a signal that is proportional to
the suspension travel and therefore the current axle load.
Further information see chapter 5.9.2 ‘Load Sensing Valve (LSV)’, page 40.
Connecting the components
Extract from diagram 841 802 154 0
Item Component
Figure
Part number
1
TEBS E Modulator (Premium)
Installation: Possible on front or rear axle.
480 102 06. 0
2
Height sensor
Installation: Height sensor A on axle c-d; height
sensor B on axle e-f
441 050 100 0
3
Linkage (available in different lengths)
441 050 71. 2
4
Lever (extending the height sensor lever)
441 050 718 2
441 050 641 2
5
Cable for height sensor
449 811 ... 0
Information on installation, see chapter 8.5 ‘Installation height sensor’, page 150.
Parameter setting
Definition of a vehicle with mechanical suspension is carried out via tab 2, Vehicle.
The GIO port for the height sensor is specified via tab 11, Connectors.
Calibration
Information on calibrating, see chapter 9.4.1 ‘Calibration for vehicles with mechani-
cal suspension’, page 170.
5.9.3
Pressure control
The pressure control circuits take the set point pressures specified by the LSV
function and convert them into cylinder pressures.
The TEBS E Modulator takes the actual value pressures measured at the output of
the relay valves and compares them with the nominal pressure specification.
If there is a discrepancy, this is compensated for by actuating the inlet or exhaust
solenoids of the modulator or the 3rd modulator.
If the measured supply pressure exceeds 10 bar, pressure control and ABS control
is deactivated and braking is done via the backup alone.
In accordance with the EC- and ECE guidelines, a maximum of 8.5 bar supply
pressure is permitted in the trailer.
Pneumatic predominance and Predominance via CAN
For fine-tuning and harmonizing of brake pad wear, a predominance can be de-
fined.
The values for the pneumatic predominance and CAN predominance can vary.
Parameter setting
A predominance is entered via tab 3, Brake data.
All vehicles with spring chamber cylinders.
Purpose
To protect the wheel brake from overload (added force) when the service and
spring chamber brake are actuated simultaneously.
Connecting the components
The anti-compound relay valve is already integrated in the PEM:
If there is no PEM available, overload protection must be ensured using a separate
anti-compound relay valve:
Item
Component
Figure
Part number
1
TEBS E Modulator
480 102 0.. 0
2
Anti-Compound Relay Valve
973 011 ... 0
3
PEM
461 513 0.. 0
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Vehicle type
All trailers
Purpose
Prevents locking one or more wheels.
Function
The ABS control logic determines from the wheel rotation speed whether one
wheel or more wheels can be locked and decides whether to decrease, maintain,
or increase the braking pressure on it.
ABS rotational speed sensors
Only the signals from ABS rotational speed sensors c-d and e-f are evaluated for
the ABS control logic.
In all ABS configurations (see chapter 5.4 ‘ABS configurations’, page 24) additional
brake cylinders for other axles can be connected to the existing modulators, be-
sides the brake cylinders on the wheels with sensors. These indirectly controlled
wheels do not send any information to the TEBS E. Consequently it is not possible
to guarantee that these wheels will not lock.
Semitrailers, central axle trailers and dolly
The main axle, which is not allowed to be a lifting, steering- or tag axle, always has
the c-d ABS rotational speed sensors. The e-f ABS rotational speed sensors are fit-
ted on the other axle or on the semitrailer axles that can be lifted.
As of TEBS E4 there is exception in the regard for 2-axle central axle
vehicles with 2 lifting axles. Here one or the other lifting axle can be
raised to balance the vehicle in the event of an uneven load. The re-
spectively other axle then becomes the main axle.
Drawbar trailer
The axles with sensors are not allowed to be either a lifting or tag axle with c-d
ABS rotational speed sensors or e-f ABS rotational speed sensors. The c-d ABS
rotational speed sensors must always be put on the modulator side. In this case
the modulator can either be installed at the front, on the drawbar or at the rear.
The status of the lifting axles is read by the ABS control logic. This means that lift-
ing axles with sensors no longer causes speeds to decrease under ABS control. If
the lifting axle is raised, speed information from this axle is not considered when
controlling.
Tire sizes
For optimum function of the ABS control logic it is necessary to parameterise the
installed tire dimensions.
A deviation to the defined tire dimensions of +15 % / -20 % is permissible if this af-
fects all wheels with sensors to the same extent. An individual wheel may only de-
viate from the parameterised tire dimension by a maximum of 6.5 %.
Parameter setting
The tire size is entered via tab 3, Brake data.
Roll Stability Support (RSS)
Trailers of class O4 with up to 3 axles with air suspension, which are certified as of
July 2010, must be equipped with a stabilisation function according to European
legal requirements. RSS is mandatory as of July 2011 when certifying a vehicle for
the first time. With WABCO RSS, all legal requirements concerning safety and traf-
fic are met.
Vehicle type
All trailer vehicles
Purpose
Roll Stability Support is a function integrated into the EBS, which introduces the
brake application as a preventative measure when there is a danger of tipping, to
stabilise the vehicle.
Function
The RSS function uses the input values of the Trailer EBS E, such as wheel
speeds, loading information, and target deceleration, as well as a lateral accelera-
tion sensor that is integrated into the TEBS E Modulator.
For this purpose, test pressure activations are performed for restricted periods at
low pressure if the calculated lateral acceleration critical for tilting is exceeded in
the trailer. The duration and magnitude of the pressure depend on the lateral ac-
celeration sequence.
The risk of overturning is detected on the basis of the wheel reaction of the wheels
braked during a test. If a danger of tilting is detected, brake application at high
pressure is initiated in the trailer vehicle at least on the individually controlled (IR)
outside wheels in order to reduce the vehicle speed, lateral acceleration, and
therefore the danger of tilting or to prevent overturning. The braking pressure for
the wheels on the inside of the curve is largely unchanged. As soon as there is no
danger of tipping, the RSS brake application is ended.
On an axle with a modified axle control (MAR), depending on the system it may not
be possible to control the braking pressure differently for ‘right/left’. In this case,
Select-High control is actuated when a danger of tipping is detected.
RSS control is started in unbraked or partially braked driving mode. The RSS con-
trol is deactivated if the driver brakes heavily enough (deceleration above the level
of RSS deceleration).
If the driver defines a pneumatic or electrical nominal braking value for the trailer
while an RSS control is taking place, and this is higher than the RSS control, the
RSS control is interrupted and the respective nominal value is used for the braking
procedure.
The type of pressure control for the wheels on axle e-f depends on the vehicle type
and the ABS system configuration.
Vehicle type and ABS system configuration
Comment
•
Semitrailer with trailing steering axles with 4S/3M,
4S/2M+1M or 2S/2M+SLV
•
The MAR axle generally brakes with lower or equal
pressure to ABS control (for the cornering stability of
adhesion-steered axles).
•
Drawbar trailer with 4S/3M
•
Semitrailer without trailing steering axle or central axle
trailer with 4S/3M or 4S/2M+1M
•
During RSS control, the behaviour of the wheel on the
inside of the curve is not considered in the ABS logic.
•
As long as the inside wheel of the MAR axle is not yet
lifted, the MAR axle will be braked with low pressure in
order to avoid tire flat spots.
•
If the inside wheel of the MAR axle lifts, i.e. indicates a
tendency to lock up at low pressure, the pressure in-
creases – depending on the behaviour of both outside
wheels.
•
The output pressure on the MAR axle can be reduced
at the outside wheel by ABS control requirements.
•
Vehicles with adhesion-steered steering axle with
2S/2M+SLV (Steering axle controlled via a Select Low
Valve), 4S/2M+1M or 4S/3M+EBS/ABS (Steering axle
MAR-controlled).
•
RSS on vehicles with adhesion-steered steering axle is
only possible with adjacent system configurations.
•
An adhesion-steered trailing steering axle must be
clicked on in the TEBS E Diagnostic Software.
Setting the sensitivity of the RSS function for vehicles where tilting is critical
The sensitivity of the RSS function can be set in the TEBS E Diagnostic Software.
Several TEBS E in a special vehicle or a road train that communicate
with one another via CAN routers, coordinate their RSS interventions.
This increases the stability of the vehicle combination.
5.9.7
Standstill function
Application
Integrated functions in the TEBS E Modulator.
Purpose
To avoid unnecessary current consumption if the vehicle is parked with the parking
brake applied and the ignition switch actuated.
Function
When the vehicle stops, braking is done via the redundancy circuit only. The elec-
tro-pneumatic pressure control is deactivated. The function is deactivated as soon
as the drive begins (v > 2.5 km/h).
Emergency braking function
Application
Integrated function in the TEBS E Modulator.
Purpose
Applying the maximum possible brake force.
Function
If the braking wish of the driver (electrical or pneumatic) is greater than 90 % of the
available supply pressure or > 6.4 bar, i.e. panic braking is evident, a steady in-
crease of braking pressure is applied up to the characteristic curve of the laden ve-
hicle and up to the possible intervention of ABS control.
The emergency braking function is deactivated again once the braking wish drops
below 70 % of the available supply pressure.
5.9.9
Test mode
Application
Integrated function in TEBS E Modulator.
Purpose
Checking the LSV characteristic curve in a stationary vehicle.
Function
In this test mode, automatic load-dependent brake force control can be checked
depending on the hose coupling pressure and the current axle load or the current
bellows pressure.
The standstill function and the emergency brake function are deactivated for test
purposes.
Simulation start
– Switch the ignition on with the control line depressurised (service brake system
and parking brake system of towing vehicle not actuated), to switch the elec-
tronic braking system into test mode.
The standstill function and the emergency braking function are switched on
as soon as the vehicle is moving.
As soon as the vehicle exceeds 10 km/h, the test mode ends.
Vehicle laden simulation
The ‘Laden’ status can be simulated when the vehicle is unladen by depressurising
the support bellows (< 0.15 bar) or lowering the vehicle onto buffers. Correspond-
ing with the safety function ‘Vehicle on buffer’, the full braking pressures are pro-
duced.
Mechanical suspension: Unhook the linkage for the height sensor and turn the
lever to the position that corresponds with the spring-deflected vehicle.
Simulation by diagnosis
The TEBS E Diagnostic Software can be used to simulate these safety functions
via the Control menu.
5.10 ECU-internal functions
5.10.1 Odometer
Vehicle type
All trailer vehicles
Purpose
The Trailer EBS E is equipped with an integrated odometer which measures the
distance travelled during operation. The precision is determined with the tire size
relative to the defined tire size.
The odometer requires operating voltage. If the TEBS E is not supplied with volt-
age, the odometer does not work either and is therefore not secure against tamper-
ing.
If a SmartBoard is installed, the distance travelled is also recorded here - inde-
pendently of the TEBS E. This odometer keeps working even when the TEBS E is
not supplied with voltage.
Since the odometer in TEBS E counts the average values of all wheels, whereby
the odometer in the SmartBoard counts distance on wheel sensor c, different tire
circumferences (tire wear) can cause the odometer to vary.
No Y-cable is necessary for connecting the wheel sensor c to the SmartBoard,
since the connection is already integrated in the SmartBoard cable.
The following individual functions are possible:
Total odometer
The total odometer records the entire distance covered since initial installation of
the TEBS E system. This value is saved regularly and is read via the TEBS
E Diagnostic Software or via the SmartBoard (Sub-menu ‘Odometer’).
Daily odometer
The trip odometer can determine the distance travelled between two service inter-
vals or within a specific time span.
Reading and deleting the daily odometer is possible e.g. with the TEBS E Diagnos-
tic Software or the SmartBoard.
No special calibration of the trip odometer is necessary. A calibration factor is cal-
culated on the basis of the tire tread circumferences and the number of teeth of the
pole wheel from the EBS parameters.
Parameter setting
Tire circumference and number of teeth on the pole wheel are entered in tab 3,
Brake data.
When a modulator is replaced the odometer reading of the new unit
can be increased to adjust it to the mileage of the vehicle.
Reducing the odometer reading is not possible. The settings are made
via the TEBS E Diagnostic Software using the Tools, Increase odome-
ter reading.
5.10.2 Service signal
Vehicle type
All trailers
Purpose
The service signal is there to remind the driver that service work is due to be per-
formed.
Fault indicator / warning lamp: When the vehicle has covered a defined distance
(e.g. 100,000 km), the warning indication / warning lamp (amber) will be activated
to show 8 flashes when the ignition is switched on again (while stationary or while
driving). The flashing is repeated each time the ignition is actuated. Additionally the
service notices is stored in the operating data recorder integrated in the ECU.
If the service work has been completed successfully, the service signal should be
reset via the TEBS E Diagnostic Software (Tools, Service interval).
If the vehicle reaches the next defined service interval (e.g. 200,000 km), the ser-
vice signal is generated again.
Parameter setting
The service signal is not active in the factory default settings of the TEBS E Modu-
lator.
Activation and entering the interval is done via tab 8, General functions.
5.10.3 ServiceMind
Vehicle type
All trailers
Purpose
The GIO operating hours counter (ServiceMind) sums up the operating times of
monitored GIO input signals and the outputs switched by the TEBS E (e.g. ECAS
stand-by times).
Fault indicator / warning lamp: Upon achieving the predefined operating times,
an even (service notice) can be started and can be displayed via the TEBS E Di-
agnostic Software or SmartBoard. Optionally, the event can also be output via the
fault indicator / warning lamp (amber, ABS) or via an external warning lamp at-
tached to the trailer. As soon as the service notice is displayed, the respective ser-
vice should be performed on the vehicle.
Parameter setting
The ServiceMind input is entered via tab 8, General functions.
Service name: You can assign a name to display in the SmartBoard for the moni-
toring function.
Service interval (hours): Enter a sensible interval time for the selected compo-
nent/function here.
Service interval can be reset: The right to reset the service interval on the start
page in the TEBS E Diagnostic Software (Tools, Service interval) here or via the
SmartBoard. The counter can always be reset via the TEBS E Diagnostic Software.
Service interval can be changed: Here the right can be granted to reset the service
interval on the start page in the TEBS E Diagnostic Software (Tools, Service inter-
val) or via the SmartBoard.
Input signal, Internal signal: Here you can use the dropdown menu to assign the
corresponding GIO function to the internal signal (see table below). You can define
whether the operating time of the function should be recorded when it is active or
inactive.
Input signal, Analogue signal: A threshold value (value, as of which the switch is
activated) must be assigned to the analogue signal and it must be specified
whether the operating time should be recorded above or below this value.
Display with ABS light / Display with external signal light: Here you can select
whether the warning should be indicated via the fault indicator / warning lamp (am-
ber, ABS) and/or via an external warning lamp attached to the trailer.
Components
The following components can be used for indication and operation:
Component
Figure
Part number
SmartBoard (optional)
446 192 110 0
Cable for SmartBoard (optional)
449 911 ... 0
External green warning lamp (optional)
446 105 532 2
5.10.4 Axle load output
Axle loads can be output to the towing vehicle via the CAN ports, to the Smart-
Board / Trailer Remote Control via SUBSYSTEMS.
The display in the towing vehicle depends on the support or activation of the
‘Trailer axle load display’ function. TEBS E generally provides this information.
In the case of vehicles with mechanical suspension, however, the accuracy is re-
stricted by the construction.
The axle load is not output and is not stored in the operating data record (ODR) if
the following conditions apply:
• Drawbar trailer with only one axle load sensor on the axle c-d.
• Vehicles with lifting axles that are not controlled by TEBS E (mechanical control,
control via Trailer Central Electronic or external ECAS).
• On semitrailers with a tag axle and no additional pressure sensor.
For drawbar trailers with 4S/3M, an additional pressure sensor must be installed on
a support bellow of the second axle to detect the axle loads.
An additional axle load sensor can be installed on semitrailers with 4S/2M+1M and
4S/3M to increase the precision of the measurement. In the absence of additional
axle load sensors, the single axle load is distributed evenly over all axles.
The installation of an additional axle load sensor is described in the following chap-
ter, see chapter 6.8 ‘External axle load sensor’, page 81.
Transfer of the axle load to the towing vehicle via CAN is configured as default in
the TEBS E and can be displayed in the dashboards of most towing vehicles.
If in the case of trailers with two axle load sensors the loading state output is not
indicated correctly in the towing vehicle, the transfer of the CAN messages can be
adjusted.
The set values are defined via tab 8, General functions.
EBS22: No message with the total load from the sum of the single axles is trans-
mitted to the towing vehicle.
RGE22: The individual loads of the axles are not transmitted to the towing vehicle.
Transmission of both messages is the default setting.
In some towing vehicles faults can occur if the transmitted data appears implausi-
ble. One of the messages should be deactivated where this is the case.
Calibration of the axle load output
In order to attain higher precision for the axle load output, the output can be cali-
brated via the SmartBoard. The calibrated value is transferred to the towing vehicle
via the ISO 7638 port and also displayed on the SmartBoard.
For calibration, an additional characteristic curve based on the weights of an
unladen, partially laden and fully laden vehicle. A 3-point characteristic curve is
stored in TEBS E. A detailed description can be found in the ‘SmartBoard – Sys-
tem description’ see chapter 4 ‘Introduction’, page 12 => ‘More information’ section.
The calibration procedure has been improved so that a message is not
stored in the diagnostic memory in the event of a failed calibration.
Optionally 1, 2 or 3 points can be calibrated. Each value can be
changed separately, significantly improving the accuracy of the indica-
tion.
Once a value has been calibrated it is immediately integrated in the characteristic
curve for the axle load output. The calibrated minimum/maximum values may only
deviate up to max 20 % from the characteristic curve defined by LSV.
The calibrated values for the unladen, partially laden and laden vehicle must not be
below a defined minimum distance from one another (minimum of 10 %).
The bellows pressure changes slightly when the vehicle height is changed. Prior to
calibration, the vehicle height should therefore be adjusted to the height subse-
quently relevant for the axle load output. Generally this will be the normal level.
Because the air bellows' properties change over the service life, a recalibration
may be required.
Please note that a calibration already started via the SmartBoard must also be con-
cluded, otherwise a fault message is issued.
Fault indicator / warning lamp: Optionally it is also possible to program the unit in
the SmartBoard so that the fault indicator / warning lamp (red) flashes on the
SmartBoard when the axle load reaches 90 % and 100 % to indicate the danger of
overloading, when loading particulate material for example.
Components
The following components can be used for indication and operation:
Component
Figure
Part number
SmartBoard
446 192 11. 0
Cable for SmartBoard
449 911 ... 0
Additional axle load sensor
(optional)
Cable for axle load sensor
(optional)
5.10.5 Notebook function
Vehicle type
All trailers
Purpose
The notebook function enables the viewing of manual processing and saving for
TEBS E data (e.g. listing the installed components) or vehicle data (Service history,
e.g. rectified faults, last service date).
The data is stored in table format in the memory of the TEBS E.
Using the function
– Call up the function via the TEBS E Diagnostic Software => (Menu Tools, Note-
book).
The Notebook function does not require any additional parameter setting or ac-
tivation.
Read data
– To read data from the ECU, press the Read from ECU button.
– To read data from a prepared PC file (CSV file), press the Read from file button.
CSV file: You can create this file on your PC (using a spreadsheet program for
example).
The data must be alphanumeric (no formatting or special characters). In total, the
storage space based on the number of characters takes up approximately page of
A4, which can be divided into a maximum of 10 columns.
Editing data
– If necessary, edit the data using the TEBS E Diagnostic Software in the input
mask.
Writing data to the ECU
– To save data in the ECU, press button Write to ECU.
To save data in your PC, press button Write to file.
5.10.6 Operating data record (ODR)
Purpose
Saving various data to document vehicle operation and enable conclusions to be
drawn concerning vehicle handling.
This operating data can be evaluated using the ‘ODR-Tracker’ PC analysis tool.
The operating data recorder is split into ‘Historical data’ (trip accumulator, histo-
grams) and the event recorder.
The ODR data can be protected from deletion by a user-defined password. The
password can be assigned by the TEBS E Diagnostic Software (ODR, password
management).
Statistical data
The statistical data is stored as sums or mean values throughout the unit's service
life or starting from the last time the Operating Data Recorder (ODR) was erased.
Statistical data is:
• Operating hours
• Number of trips
• Average load
• Overload counter (trips)
• Average braking pressure
• Number of brake actions
• Number of brake applications with pressure on yellow coupling head (without
CAN connection)
• Number of braking applications in 24N operation
• Number of brake applications with anti-jackknifing brake
• Number of park brake actuations
• Odometer and operating hours since the brake linings were last replaced
• Data pertaining to air suspension system and lifting axle activation
• Number of RSS brake applications or critical lateral acceleration
Trip accumulator
A trip has a driving route of at least 5 km and a minimum speed of 30 km/h. The
trip accumulator stores data from the last 200 trips.
The following data is recorded per trip:
• Kilometres at start of trip
• Distance driven in kilometres
• Operating hours at start of trip
• Driving hours
• Maximum speed
• Average speed
• Average control pressure
• Brake actuations
• Braking frequency
• Aggregate load at beginning of trip
• ABS brake applications
• RSS interventions, stage 1 (test brake)
• RSS interventions, stage 2 (deceleration brake application)
If a SmartBoard is connected, the trips are provided with time and date information.
Date and time can also be transferred from the towing vehicle.
Up to 600 trips can be stored.
The average lateral acceleration is additionally stored in curves per
trip.
Measured values relating to braking pressures, axle loads and speeds are con-
stantly captured during operation.
Histograms represent the frequency of events with the respective measured values.
This enables one, for instance, to determine whether the driver applied the brake in
a forward-thinking manner, softly or rather more sharply on the basis of the distri-
bution of brake actions in classified braking pressure ranges.
The following histograms can be retrieved:
Aggregate load (sum of all axles)
Recording the kilometres travelled per combined
multi-axle class
Axle load (axle load for one axle)
Recording the kilometres travelled per combined
axle load class
Braking time
Recording the braking time per class and the maxi-
mum occurring pressure
Control pressure
Recording the braking requests per class and the
maximum occurring pressure
Braking pressure
Recording the executed braking pressures per class
A detailed description of the histograms can be obtained from the ODR Tracker
operating instructions, see chapter 4 ‘Introduction’, page 12 => ‘More information’
section.
Event recorder
The event recorder stores the number of events (a maximum of 200), i.e. braking
system events.
Each event is saved in the TEBS E Modulator, together with the time of occurrence
(only in SmartBoard) and the odometer reading at that time.
Such events can include:
• ABS interventions
• RSS interventions
• Warning display illuminated
• Messages
• Manual deactivation of TailGUARD
• Immobilizer events
• events definable by GIO parameter settings (e. g. if a connected door contact
switch indicates the opening of a door)
Up to 700 events are stored and these also include any diagnostic
messages.
The following components can be used for indication and operation:
Component
Part number
ODR Tracker program (on USB stick for
use with computers having Windows
operating systems).
Available memory see
http://www.wabco-auto.com, Diagnosis
WABCO System Diagnostics, Overview of
product numbers
This chapter describes functions that can be created using the GIO ports of the
TEBS E Modulator and other components. Normally, a TEBS E modulator (Pre-
mium) is required for these functions, see chapter 4.2 ‘Overview of functions’,
page 19..
Introduction to GIO
GIO means Generic Input/Output and designates programmable inputs and out-
puts.
The Standard variant of the Trailer EBS E Modulator has 4 GIO slots, the Premium
variant has 7 GIO slots.
It is possible to use the GIO functions to activate various additional functions in the
trailer modulator.
More GIO slots are made available via the ELEX electronic expansion
module , see chapter 7.1 ‘Electronic expansion module (ELEX)’,
page 126, to enable additional components to be connected.
The standard functions are allocated (preset) with the TEBS E Diagnostic Software.
Many are multi-use functions (e.g. integrated lifting axle control, speed switch ISS,
steady positive voltage).
The parameter settings can be used to assign different functions to the GIO slots.
Parameter definitions can also be used for choosing whether cable breaks should
be monitored on outputs for safety reasons. If a load is connected to a GIO output
with no parameterised function, a fault is detected.
All GIO slots have at least one switching output (power stage) and one ground con-
tact. The other two pins are assigned differently. The implication is that not all func-
tions can be utilised on all slots to the same extent, see chapter 12.2 ‘Pin assign-
ment TEBS E Modulators and ELEX’, page 195. The maximum charge for all GIO
switching outputs is 1.5 A.
GIO functions are available if the system is supplied with sufficient voltage and is
fault-free.
GIO power stage
The GIO power stage can be used to switch electrical charges (e.g. solenoid
valves, lights).
The GIO power stages can also be used as inputs. Whether a switch has an open
circuit or is switched to ground can be sensed this way. If the switch is switched to
positive, a fault is detected when the switch is closed.
GIO analogue input
The GIO analogue input can be used to read in analogue signals (e.g. from the
pressure sensor) or to detect signals from buttons.
GIO height sensor input
ECAS height sensors can be connected to the GIO height sensor inputs for internal
level control or, in the case of mechanical-suspension vehicles, for sensing the
compression rebound as a means of determining the axle load.
Lifting axle control
Vehicle type
Trailer vehicle with one lifting axle or multiple lifting axles.
Lifting axle control in drawbar trailer
With a 3-axle drawbar trailer, it is possible to use axle 2 or 3 as a lifting axle. If the
TEBS Modulator is installed on the front axle of the vehicle, the rear axle, which
remains on the ground, must be monitored with an external pressure sensor.
Purpose
Lifting one axle of the partially laden or unladen vehicle reduces tire wear, particu-
larly while driving around curves.
Function
Control of the lifting axles via TEBS E depending on the current axle load and the
current load status.
Several lifting axles of a vehicle can be controlled jointly or separately.
The driving speed at which it is still permitted to lift the lifting axle(s) can be set.
The sequence in which the axles are lifted can be set in the parameter settings.
Parameters are set for the pressure applied for lifting and lowering the lifting axle.
The 1st lifting axle is always lifted first, then the second lifting axle.
The TEBS E Diagnostic Software provides intelligent bellows pressure values for
the lifting axle control. However, these suggestions can be adapted by the user for
special vehicles (e.g. 3-axle drawbar trailer with forklift transport).
The position of the lifting axles is transmitted to the ‘Towing vehicle’ CAN interface
and can be displayed there on the instrument panel provided the required towing
vehicle equipment is installed.
The bellows and supply pressure are checked in TEBS E1 or later.
The lifting axle is no longer raised if the vehicle has been lowered to
the buffer or the supply pressure is too low (< 6.5 bar).
A new plausibility check for the lifting axles is also integrated when
lifting or lowering to prevent a so-called yo-yo effect. This yo-yo effect
always occurs if the pressure difference between lifting/lowering pres-
sure is < 1.0 bar.
This pressure difference is checked by the TEBS E Diagnostic Soft-
ware on entry and an appropriate message is provided when entering
the parameter.
If the ISO 7638 power supply does not exist while the towing vehicle is
driving and therefore the ECU is supplied only via the 24N stop light
supply, there is no lifting axle control.
Only if ISO 7638 power supply is guaranteed and v = 0 km/h, will the
lifting axle control work correctly.
Setting the behaviour of the lifting axle when the ignition is
switched off
With a spring returned lifting axle valve (LACV), the lifting axle is al-
ways lowered when the ignition is turned off. With a pulse-controlled
lifting axle valve, the lifting axle can remain in lifted position.
Up to three pulse-controlled valves can be controlled in parallel on the
TEBS E Modulator.
Lifting axle design types
Pulse-controlled: The valve has two solenoids that can be used, apart from
charging and venting, to effect a holding position to partially relieve the lifting axle.
Spring-returned: The lifting axle is lowered or lifted without intermediate positions.
If the voltage is switched off, the lifting axle is lowered.
Single-circuit or dual-circuit: With the dual-circuit valves the support bellows for
the lifting axles are connected separately (by side) with the other support bellows.
These valves are required for soft or split axles. Due to the stiffness of the axles
typical for trailers, the simpler single-circuit lifting axle systems are now prevalent.
Here the two support bellows of the lifting axle are directly connected to one an-
other.
Lifting axle control LA1
You have the following connection options for control of the 1st lifting axle or two
lifting axles controlled in parallel: A spring-returned lifting axle control valve
464 084 0.. 0 or a pulse-controlled lifting axle valve 463 084 100 0 or a pulse-
controlled ECAS solenoid valve block with lifting axle control 472 905 114 0.
Lifting axle control LA2
The following connecting methods are available for controlling the 2nd lifting axle:
A spring-returned lifting axle valve 463 084 0.. 0 or a pulse-controlled lifting axle
valve 463 084 100 0.
Components
Component /
Part number
Vehicle type
Purpose/Function
Comment
Connecting cable
Lifting axle
valve
LACV
463 084 0.. 0
All trailer vehicles with
lifting axle(s)
Control of up to two lifting axles,
dependent on the current axle
load.
Traction help possible with re-
sidual pressure maintenance
(only with added solenoid valve,
e.g. 472 173 226 0).
All variants 1-circuit,
spring-returned
463 084 031 0 (with-
out threaded cou-
plings)
463 084 041 0 (with
threaded couplings)
463 084 042 0 (with
threaded couplings)
463 084 050 0 (12 V
variant with NPTF
thread; for Multi-
Voltage applications)
Standard cable for
lifting axle, RTR
449 443 ... 0
Lifting axle
valve
463 084 010 0
All trailer vehicles with
lifting axle(s)
Control of up to two lifting axles
in a 2-circuit air-suspension
system dependent on the cur-
rent axle load.
2-circuit, spring-
returned
Standard cable for
lifting axle, RTR
449 443 ... 0
Without DIN bayonet
connection; this re-
quires the use of
adapter 894 601 135 2.
463 084 100 0
All trailers with lifting
axle(s) or tag axle
Use of a lifting axle for actuating
the additional axle in 3-axle
semitrailers, for dynamic wheel-
base control (OptiTurn/ Opti-
Load).
Traction help possible with re-
sidual pressure maintenance.
Pulse-controlled
Cable for lifting axle
valve
449 445 ... 0
or
449 761 ... 0
ECAS sole-
noid valve
472 905 114 0
Semitrailer/Drawbar
trailer (with lifting axle)
Lifting axle control in combina-
tion with ECAS 1 point control.
Control of the vehicle level for
one axle or multiple axles.
Lifting/lowering one or two paral-
lel controlled lifting axles.
Traction help possible with re-
sidual pressure maintenance.
1 circuit, pulse-
controlled
ECAS solenoid valve
cable
449 445 ... 0
(2x)
ECAS sole-
noid valve
472 905 111 0
Semitrailer/Drawbar
trailer (with lifting axle)
Lifting axle control in combina-
tion with ECAS 2 point control.
Control of the vehicle level for
one axle or multiple axles.
Lifting/lowering one or two paral-
lel controlled lifting axles.
Traction help possible with re-
sidual pressure maintenance.
2 circuit, pulse-
controlled
ECAS solenoid valve
cable
449 445 ... 0
‘ECAS 2-point control’
cable
449 439 ... 0
Tag axle valve
472 195 066 0
Trailers with TEBS E
Multi-Voltage as of
TEBS E4
Pressurising and venting of the
support bellows of a tag axle,
e.g. for OptiTurn.
To maintain a residual
pressure, a pressure
sensor is required on
the tag axle.
WABCO recommendation for the valve selection for lifting axles
Lifting axle valve
spring returned
463 084 010 0
463 084 031 0
Lifting axle valve
pulse-controlled
463 084 100 0
ECAS solenoid
valve
pulse-controlled
472 905 114 0
472 905 111 0
In combination with
TEBS E Modulator
480 102 03. 0 (Standard)
In combination with TEBS E Modula-
tor 480 102 06. 0 (Premium)
Behaviour of the lifting axle with the ignition switched off
Lifting axle remains in the desired and defined posi-
tion (lifted or lowered).
-
Lifting axle lowers.
-
-
Lifting axle control, Traction help, Forced lowering, OptiTurn/OptiLoad
A lifting axle without dynamic wheelbase control.
Two lifting axle without dynamic wheelbase control.
Recommendation of the axle manufacturer: With
two lifting axles, one lifting axle should be 2 circuit.
One lifting axle or tag axle with dynamic wheelbase
control on axle 3 for axle load distribution under load
or automatic lifting during circular-course driving.
Operation
Information on operation see chapter 10.6 ‘Lifting axles operation’, page 183.
Parameter setting
The vehicle configuration is defined in tab 2, Vehicle.
The further definition of lifting axle valves and switching pressures is done in tab 5,
Lifting axle control.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, connector.
Tag axle control with residual pressure maintenance
Vehicle type
Semitrailer with tag axles / trailing steering axles.
Semitrailer with tag axles and OptiTurn/ OptiLoad function see chapter 6.9 ‘Dy-
namic wheelbase control’, page 82.
Purpose
When using tag axles, the bellows should not be completely depleted of air, other-
wise parts of the air bellows will rub against one another (wrinkling the bellows)
and cause damage.
The integrated function helps avoid tire damage, increased tire wear and possible
damage to the bellows by using a residual pressure maintenance in the support
bellows.
Installation
With tag axles, the wheel speed must be sensed and braking controlled via a sepa-
rate modulator.
WABCO recommendation: Brake the tag axle using an EBS relay valve (4S/3M
system).
An external axle load sensor e-f must also be installed to measure the bellows
pressures on the tag axle.
To control the tag axle, a pulse controlled lifting axle valve (LACV-IC) must also be
used.
It is not possible to use spring-returned lifting axle valves.
Parameter setting
An axle must be defined as a tag axle via tab 2, Vehicle.
The residual tag axle pressure is then defined via tab 5, Lifting axle control. The
residual pressure can be set as a value greater than 0.3 bar.
Integrated electronically controlled air suspension system (ECAS)
Vehicle type
All trailer vehicles with air suspension.
It is possible to implement two control circuits (1-point or 2-point control as of ver-
sion TEBS E2).
System designs:
Semitrailer, central axle trailer: 1-point control or 2-point control as side control in
vehicles with independent wheel suspension.
Drawbar trailer: 2-point control for front and rear axle.
Purpose
The ECAS basic function is the compensation of level changes, which e.g. occur
from changes in the load status or with new nominal value definitions (e.g. from the
remote control unit). These control deviations cause the distance between the ve-
hicle's axle and its superstructure to change. ECAS balances these control devia-
tions by means of level control.
The essential benefit of ECAS lies in the reduced air consumption and faster con-
trol when stationary. While a levelling valve only controls the normal level, ECAS
can keep every level constant.
Function
A height sensor is mounted on the vehicle body and is connected to its axle via a
lever system. The height sensor picks up the distance between the axle and the
vehicle body. The intervals depend on the vehicle's operating condition (driving or
loading operation).
This measured value is used as the actual value in the control loop and is sent to
the ECU. The ECU compares this actual value to the nominal value predefined in
the ECU.
In the event of a difference between the actual value and the nominal value (con-
trol deviation), the ECAS solenoid valve receives an actuating signal. Depending
on the type of actuating signal received, the ECAS solenoid valve now increases or
decreases the air pressure in the support bellow. The change in pressure in the
support bellow alters the distance between the axle and the vehicle body. The new
distance is also picked up by the height sensor, and the cycle begins again.
TEBS E Modulator
with flange-mounted
PEM
480 102 06. 0
All trailer vehicles with
air suspension
Control and monitoring
of the electronic air
suspension
TEBS E Modulator
(Premium) with PEM
ELEX
446 122 070 0
In combination with
TEBS E Modulator
(Premium)
2 point control (with
version TEBS E2 or
higher)
Not required for 2 point
control with TEBS E4
or higher
Requirements for 2
point control for
TEBS E2 up to
TEBS E3
Cable to the TEBS E
449 303 … 0
eTASC
463 090 5.. 0
All trailer vehicles with
air suspension
ECAS valve with man-
ual actuation for lifting
and lowering
Only possible in com-
bination with TEBS E
Modulator (Premium)
as of version EBS E3
and height sensor
ECAS solenoid valve
cable
449 445 ... 0
ECAS solenoid valve
472 880 030 0
Multi-Voltage
472 880 072 0
Semitrailer / Central
axle trailer (without
lifting axle)
1-point control
Control of the ride
height on one or multi-
ple axles on parallel
circuits (lifting/lowering)
The support bellows on
the vehicle sides are
connected via a cross
flow throttle.
ECAS solenoid valve
cable
449 445 ... 0
ECAS solenoid valve
472 880 020 0
(front axle)
472 880 030 0
(rear axle)
Front axle and rear
axle
Drawbar trailer (without
lifting axle)
2-point control (lift-
ing/lowering on two
axles)
2 point control with
version TEBS E2 or
higher
The support bellows on
the vehicle sides are
connected via a cross
flow throttle.
2x ECAS solenoid
valve cable
449 445 ... 0
ECAS solenoid valve
472 880 001 0
472 880 070 0 (Multi-
Voltage)
Semitrailer/Central axle
trailer (support bellows
of the axle(s) are not
connected to one an-
other) (without lifting
axle)
Drawbar trailer (sup-
port bellows of the
axles are respectively
connected to one an-
other)
2-point control of the
vehicle sides or control
of front and rear axle of
a drawbar trailer
2 point control with
version TEBS E2 or
higher
‘ECAS 2-point control’
cable
449 439 ... 0
ECAS solenoid valve
472 905 114 0
Semitrailer / Central
axle trailer with lifting
axle / rear axle
Drawbar trailer with
lifting axle
1-point control
Control of the ride
height on one or multi-
ple axles on parallel
circuits (lifting/lowering)
Pulse-controlled lifting
axle
The front axle of a
drawbar trailer can be
additionally controlled
using a valve
472 880 030 0.
ECAS solenoid valve
cable
449 445 ... 0
ECAS solenoid valve
472 905 111 0
Semitrailer/Central axle
trailer with lifting axle
(support bellows of the
axle(s) are not con-
nected to one another)
/ Rear axle drawbar
trailer (without lifting
axle)
Drawbar trailer with
lifting axle (support
bellows of the axles are
respectively connected
to one another)
2-point control
Control of the ride
height on one or multi-
ple axles on parallel
circuits (lifting/lowering)
2 point control with
version TEBS E2 or
higher
Pulse-controlled lifting
axle
ECAS solenoid valve
cable
449 445 ... 0
‘ECAS 2-point control’
cable
449 439 ... 0
Height sensor
441 050 100 0
Semitrailer / Drawbar
trailer with air suspen-
sion
Normal level meas-
urement
Use only height sensor
441 050 100 0.
Cable for height sensor
449 811 ... 0
Lever
441 050 718 2
441 050 641 2
Attaching the height
sensor
Extending the height
sensor lever
Linkage
433 401 003 0
Connection to the axle
ECAS control box
446 156 02. 0
446 156 021 0
Semitrailer without
lifting axle
446 156 022 0
Semitrailer with lifting
axle
446 156 023 0
Drawbar trailer
Remote control unit
(with 6 buttons) for
adjusting the level and
the lifting axle control
by the driver
Installed on the side of
the trailer
Cable for ECAS
control box
449 627 ... 0
ECAS remote control
unit
446 056 117 0
Semitrailer / Drawbar
trailer
Remote control unit
(with 9 buttons) for
adjusting the level and
the lifting axle control
by the driver.
Normally installed on
the side of the trailer.
Remote control unit
and cable connection
must be protected
against humidity.
Cable for ECAS remote
control unit
449 628 ... 0
ECAS remote control
unit
446 056 25. 0
Semitrailer / Drawbar
trailer
Remote control unit
(with 12 buttons) for
adjusting the level and
the lifting axle control
by the driver
Normally installed on
the side of the trailer
Remote control unit
and cable connection
must be protected
against humidity.
SmartBoard
446 192 11. 0
446 192 110 0 (with
integrated battery)
446 192 111 0 (for
hazardous goods vehi-
cles)
Display and operating
console for adjusting
the level and the lifting
axle control by the
driver
Normally installed on
the side of the trailer
Replacement battery
446 192 920 2
Connection to TEBS E
449 911 ... 0
Connection to
ELEX449 906 ... 0
Trailer Remote Con-
trol
446 122 080 0
Application in towing
vehicle for controlling
trailers with TEBS E
and ELEX
Display and operating
console for influencing
the level and the lifting
axle control by the
driver (outside the
driver's cab)
Only in combination
with ELEX and version
TEBS E2 see chap-
ter 7.1 ‘Electronic ex-
pansion module
(ELEX)’, page 126 or
higher
Connecting cable be-
tween Trailer Remote
Control and fuse box in
the truck and a bracket
are included in deliv-
ery.
Operation
Information on operation see chapter 10 ‘Operation’, page 172.
eTASC combines the solenoid valve functions of electronically controlled air sus-
pension (ECAS) and the manual lever operation of a conventional air suspension
system with rotary slide valve (combination of TASC and ECAS solenoid valve).
The front and rear axles of drawbar trailers are controlled by using two eTASC de-
vices. Lateral control with two eTASC devices on semitrailers is not permitted.
The following functions described below are subject to power supply ISO 7638 and
‘ignition switched on’.
Lifting
By manually turning the lever counter-clockwise, the bellows are pressurized re-
sulting in raising the body of the vehicle. After lifting has stopped (stop position)
Trailer EBS E will detect the new nominal (current) level. This nominal level is set
to default until next time the operator changes it, - or until next time the ignition is
switched off, - or until vehicle starts driving again.
Lowering
By turning the lever clockwise, the bellows are de-pressurized and the body of the
vehicle will be lowered (venting through eTASC).
Device variant ’Dead-Man's Safety System’: After taking hand off the lever, it
automatically returns to the ’Stop’ position. Trailer EBS E will now recognise the
current level as the new nominal level. This nominal level is set to default until next
time operator change demand, - or until next time the ignition is switched off, - or
until vehicle starts driving again.
Device variant ’Lock in lowering’: If the lever is turned counter-clockwise until
lock position. After taking hand off the lever, it remains in ’Lowering’ position. As a
result the vehicle body will be lowered until reaching air bellow buffer level (internal
air bellow mechanical stop). Assuming the operator does not intervene, the lever
will only return to ’Stop’ automatically, when vehicle starting to drive, triggered by
Trailer EBS E sending signal to eTASC for return to normal ride level (Return to
Ride function).
Device variant ’Lock in lifting’: If the lever is turned clockwise until lock position.
After taking hand off (let go) the lever, it remains in ’Lifting’ position. As a result the
vehicle will be lifted until reaching the calibrated maximum height level. Without
power supply it is possible to start lifting the vehicle (turn lever clockwise until lock
position) until reaching mechanical stop (shock absorber max. stroke, suspension
stroke limitation cables, - or pneumatic air supply cut off through a height limitation
valve. At the start of driving, the lever automatically returns to ’Stop’ and Trailer
EBS E sending signal to eTASC for return to normal ride level (Return to Ride
function).
Behaviour with ignition off / Vehicle uncoupled
During ‘ignition off’ – or trailer uncoupled, all functions described above are oper-
ated in the same manner as with the ‘ignition turned on’. The system is working
purely mechanically controlled and no automatic adjustments will be performed by
eTASC (no electrical power supply) during loading or unloading.
RtR function is only available when the vehicle is power supplied via ISO 7638, and
subject to speed signal reading at Trailer EBS E. If power is supplied via ISO 1185
(24N), RtR will only be working for the duration of brake actuation (apply brake
pedal) during driving (speed signal must be recognized by Trailer EBS E).
eTASC Variants (2-circuit)
Variant
Connections
1, 2.2, 2.4
Pressure test
connection
Lock in Lifting
Lock in
Lowering
463 090 500 0
Ø 12x1.5
X
-
X
463 090 501 0
Ø 8x1.5
X
-
X
463 090 502 0
M 16x1.5
X
-
X
463 090 503 0
M 16x1.5
X
X
X
463 090 504 0
Ø 8x1.5
Ø 12x1.5
X
-
X
463 090 510 0
M 16x1.5
-
-
-
Height limitation
With eTASC, the vehicle can be lowered or lifted even when the ignition is turned
off. In this case the manual change of height is not electronically monitored, hence
the automatic ECAS height limitation does not work.
It is recommended to install a pneumatic height limitation valve 964 001 002 0.
This valve ‘cuts off’ the pneumatic air supply between air reservoir and eTASC
valve upon reaching the predefined mechanical settings.
Installation of eTASC
Information on installation, see chapter 8.9 ‘Installation of eTASC’, page 164.
Height sensors
With 2-point control using TEBS E and ELEX:
Height sensors are subject to the following options for installation and parameter
settings:
1. One height sensor is connected to TEBS E, another height sensor is connected
to ELEX.
2. Both height sensors are connected to ELEX.
3. Both height sensors are connected to TEBS E (from TEBS E4).
Height sensors to be assigned as part of the parameter settings.
Installation
Information on installing the height sensors, see chapter 8.5 ‘Installation height
sensor’, page 150.
6.3.1
Nominal level control
Nominal level
The nominal level is the nominal value for the distance between vehicle body and
vehicle axle. This nominal level is defined by calibration, by setting parameters or
by the driver (e.g. via the SmartBoard).
Function
The actuator is a solenoid valve, which by increasing and decreasing the pressure
in the support bellows bringing the actual level into line with the nominal level.
This occurs if there are:
• Control deviations exceeding a tolerance range (e.g. with changes in weight)
• Change to the specified value for the nominal level (e.g. by selecting a memory
level)
Unlike conventional air suspension systems, ECAS controls not only the normal
level but also any other predefined level. Therefore a level which is set for loading
or unloading processes is assumed to be the nominal level.
In other words: If the loading condition changes, the vehicle remains at the set
level, whereas in vehicles with conventional air suspension this level must be ad-
justed manually or the vehicle body lowers when laden and raises when unladen.
If the power supply is interrupted or if the air supply is insufficient, e.g. when the ig-
nition is switched off, no further nominal level control occurs when the ignition is
switched off.
By using the speed signal the electronic level control system differentiates between
static and dynamic changes in the load, unlike conventional air suspension sys-
tems. A level change is adjusted with a delay while driving. Otherwise readjusting
the vehicle would waste compressed air in certain conditions - when the suspen-
sion is compressed on roads with potholes for example.
Static wheel load change
Dynamic wheel load change
Application •
At load change
•
When stationary
•
At low vehicle speeds
•
Dynamic wheel load changes are caused
by road irregularities at higher speeds.
•
The wheel load changes on an uphill or
downhill stretch, which affects the control
performance.
Control
functions
Check the actual value and
make correction by pumping
up or deflating the respective
air suspension bellows in
short intervals (1x per sec-
ond) with the electronic level
control Extended ECAS
parameters, control delay.
Dynamic wheel load changes are usually
balanced by the compliance behaviour of the
support bellows. In this case, bellow charging
or venting would not be desirable because
only the bellow that is isolated has almost
constant suspension properties.
When the excess air is exhausted from the
bellow during rebound action, it must be re-
placed again during compression which in-
creases compressor load and fuel consump-
tion. For this reason, the regulation is checked
in larger intervals when the vehicle is moving
at higher speed - usually every 60 seconds.
The comparison of actual value to the nominal
value is made continuously.
Comment
Because not every unevenness on the road is
compensated, e.g. when driving on roads in
bad condition, less air is consumed by the
electronic air suspension than by conventional
level control systems with levelling valve.
6.3.2
Normal level
Normal level I (normal level)
Driving level I (normal level) refers to the nominal level defined by the vehicle
manufacturer for driving under optimal conditions (optimum body height).
Normal level I is defined by the overall vehicle height, which is bound by legal
guidelines and the height of the vehicle centre of gravity that is especially important
for driving dynamics.
Driving normal level is described as the basic design parameter for the vehicle.
Normal level II
Normal level II is defined as the difference to driving level I (normal level). If normal
level II is lower than normal level I, this value must be entered as a negative in the
TEBS E Diagnostic Software.
Application
• If the semi trailer is operated behind different towing vehicles (with different plat-
form heights) the body can be set level.
Normal level III
Normal level III is a normal level like normal level II but it corresponds with the
maximum body height and is therefore the highest normal level.
Normal level III could only be selected by the speed previously. As of
version TEBS E2, the selection is now possible by the ECAS remote
control unit as well.
Application
• Used for adjusting the trailer to various platform heights.
• For fuel saving (e.g. at higher speed).
• For lowering the vehicle centre of gravity to achieve more lateral stability.
Lowering the superstructure depending on the vehicle's speed, is based on the as-
sumption that higher speeds are achieved on sound road surfaces which do not
require the whole of the bellows' spring stroke to be utilised.
Normal level IV
Whether the unloading level or an additional normal level IV function
should be used is selected by parameter settings.
Unloading level
The unloading level is only actuated when stationary or at low speed for easier
unloading of the vehicle. When the speed is achieved, the last saved level is read-
justed automatically.
Application
• Lower a tipper vehicle to prevent hard rebounds because of a sudden release
(dumping the load).
• Moving road tankers automatically into the best unloading position.
• Improving stability.
Unloading level switch
Example: The switch is attached on a tipping body, the vehicle will then lower
automatically to a defined level, as soon as the body is tipped. Ideally this value
corresponds to the buffer or lower calibration level. This avoids overloading the
axle combination during sudden unloading.
This function is automatically deactivated v > 10 km/h.
If the parameterised unloading level is outside the parameterised lower or upper
level, the stroke is restricted to this level.
An unloading level is only realised between the upper and lower calibration level -
even when the parameter settings specify a value outside this range.
The unloading level can be switched off at times with the SmartBoard, e.g. for op-
erating before road finishers.
Parameter for unloading level
There are 2 parameters for the unloading level in the TEBS E Diag-
nostic Software.
• Lowering the body to the buffer
• Lowering the body to the lowest calibrated level
These parameters also apply for actuating this function via the Smart-
Board, the Trailer Remote Control, the ECAS control box and the
ECAS remote control unit.
A speed-dependent parameter was created for the unloading level in
the TEBS E Diagnostic Software. This means that the unloading level
as well as the normal level IV (normal level IV) can be used. It is also
possible to run switch inputs for normal level I, normal level II or nor-
mal level IV independent of one another.
Memory level
Unlike the unloading level, which is defined in the ECU, the memory level can be
defined and changed by the driver any time. Once defined, the system will store
any memory level until it is changed by the user, i.e. even when the ignition has
been switched off. The memory level applies to the whole of the vehicle.
For each system two different memory levels can be used.
Application
• Repeating loading operation on a ramp with height defined one time.
An ECAS remote control unit or the SmartBoard is required to request the memory
function.
More information on the operating capabilities for levels see chapter 10 ‘Operation’,
page 172.
6.3.3
Green warning lamp
Vehicle type
All trailer vehicles with ECAS.
Purpose
Indication of ECAS faults (light flashes).
Indication if the trailer is outside the normal level (lamp is permanently on).
Function
If the light is on permanently, there is a deviation between the currently selected
normal level and the physical ride height of the vehicle. The level can be changed
using the SmartBoard, the ECAS-control box/remote control unit, the Trailer Re-
mote Control or the Lifting/Lowering buttons.
– Move the vehicle back to normal level if necessary. The selected normal level is
the reference level.
– Move the vehicle at a speed greater than the parameterised RTR-speed.
Then the vehicle is automatically moved to the selected normal level.
If the light flashes, there is an ECAS-related fault.
– Read the diagnostic memory with TEBS E Diagnostic Software and rectify the
fault.
Use of a warning lamp can be activated and parameterised in tab 7, Air suspension,
Extended ECAS parameters.
– Activate the function by clicking on Warning lamp installed. With an LED, click
on parameter as LED (no cable break detection).
– Set the Behaviour upon faults parameter to define whether a fault should only
be indicated after the ignition is switched on or permanently via the fault indica-
tor (warning lamp).
Connecting the components
Extract from diagram 841 802 236 0
Item Component
Figure
Part number
1
Green warning lamp (LED or bulb)
Assembly on the trailer vehicle into the driver’s
field of vision (above rear mirror).
446 105 523 2
(LED)
2
GIO universal cable
Cable for green warning lamp (Superseal / with
open end)
449 535 ... 0
449 900 100 0
6.3.4
Temporary deactivation of automatic level control
Vehicle type
All trailers with ECAS (integrated in TEBS E).
Purpose
Temporarily deactivating automatic level control while stationary to reduce the air
consumption on the ramp during loading and unloading, for example.
Function
Level control is deactivated when stationary via a switch or via the SmartBoard.
The menu is only visible in the SmartBoard if the function Level control circuit
breaker is activated or eTASC is parameterised.
Actuating the switch or use the ‘Level control off’ menu item in the SmartBoard to
interrupt the adjustment when stationary.
This function is also used to terminate all lifting axle functions, such as fully auto-
matic lifting axle control, traction help, OptiTurn etc. All lifting axles are lowered.
After the ignition is reset or as soon as the vehicle is moved at a speed of > 5 km/h
again, the automatic level control (+ including all lifting axle functions) is activated
again.
Connecting the components
The following components can be used for operation:
Item
Component
Figure
Part number
A
Switch
Not part of WABCO's scope of supply
Alternatively: SmartBoard
446 192 11. 0
Cable for SmartBoard
449 911 ... 0
GIO universal cable
449 535 ... 0
Parameter setting
Activation of ECAS and assignment of components is done in tab 2, Vehicle and
tab 7, Air suspension.
More settings are made in tab 7, Air suspension, Extended ECAS parameters.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, connector.
Speed switch (ISS 1 and ISS 2) and RTR
Vehicle type
All trailer vehicles
Purpose
The two integrated speed switches, ISS 1 and ISS 2, can be used for independent
control of two functions in the trailer.
The RTR (Return to Ride) application is used to automatically move the vehicle
with air suspension to ride height after starting to drive.
Function
The switching state of the output changes when the vehicle speed exceeds or
drops below a limit speed set in the parameters. This allows solenoid valves to be
switched on or off depending on the speed.
A typical example of application is the simple locking of steering axles, see chap-
ter 6.23 ‘Steering axle lock’, page 113. The two threshold speeds at which the out-
put's switching state changes can be set in the parameters anywhere between 0
and 120 km/h. A minimum switching hysteresis of 2 km/h must be observed.
The gate output is switched off below the threshold speed set in the parameters.
When the threshold is reached, the output is switched on and a supply voltage is
applied. Parameters can also be used to invert the switching function so that sup-
ply voltage is applied in free position.
In the event of a fault it must be ensured that the appliance controlled by the switch
output does not remain in a state that will impair driving safety.
In the event of a power supply failure, for instance, a steering axle should be
locked as this represents a safe state.
Connecting the components
Extract from diagram 841 802 150 0
Item Component
Figure
Part number
1
TEBS E Modulator (Premium/Standard)
480 102 0.. 0
2
TASC
A precise description of the device is located in the catalogue ‘TASC
Trailer Air Suspension Control - Function and Installation’, see chap-
ter 4 ‘Introduction’, page 12 => Section „More information’.
463 090 012 0 (1-circuit;
RTR, Resting in lowered
position)
463 090 020 0 (2-circuit;
RTR, Resting in lowered
position, with fittings and test
connection)
463 090 021 0 (2-circuit;
RTR, Resting in lowered
position, with fittings)
463 090 023 0 (2-circuit;
RTR, Resting in lowered
position)
463 090 123 0 (2-circuit;
RTR, dead-man's safety
system for stroke > 300 mm)
3
Standard cable for lifting axle, RTR
449 443 ... 0
Parameter setting
The setting is done via tab 4, Standard functions.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, connector.
RSS active signal (TEBS E2 or higher)
The TEBS E Modulator is equipped with the RSS function. While the RSS function
is active and there is an active RSS intervention, the stop lights on the vehicle are
not actuated actively.
In addition, the RSS active signal also makes it possible to actuate the stop lights
when the RSS function is activated by the TEBS E. For this purpose it is necessary
to parameterise this output via the GIO function.
Control may be carried out via a relay. The supply voltage for the brake lamps
must come from the 15-pin plug connection (ECE regulation).
Components
Component
Part number
Relay
Not part of WABCO's scope of supply
Universal cable
449 535 ... 0
Parameter setting
The settings are done via tab 8, General functions.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, connector.
6.6
ABS active signal (TEBS E2 or higher)
Vehicle type
All trailer vehicles
Purpose
During an ABS control process a retarder can be deactivated by a relay for exam-
ple to prevent the wheels from locking due to the retarder.
Function
WABCO switches the supply voltage to the selected GIO output when ABS control
is active during braking action.
Components
Component
Part number
Relay
Not part of WABCO's scope of supply
Universal cable
449 535 ... 0
Parameter setting
The settings are done via tab 8, General functions.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, connector.
All air suspended trailer vehicles with lifting axle or tag axle as first axle.
Purpose
On slippery ground or on steep hills vehicles have a hard time pulling away or can-
not do so at all. The drive axle of the towing vehicle does not have enough traction
and the wheels spin.
Function
With traction help, the 1st axle on a semitrailer can be raised or relieved of pres-
sure. The subsequent weight adjustment on the semitrailer coupling causes the
traction of the drive axle on the towing vehicle to increase.
The effect of the traction help function depends on the load status. The support
bellow pressure monitors the load on the trailer's main axle.
Once 30 % overload is reached, the tag axle is not relieved any further. Traction
help is started by the driver or is started automatically.
When reaching 30 km/h, the axle is lowered again or returns to automatic mode.
Note the axle manufacturer's information on traction help. These specifications may
restrict the maximum limits of the EC Directive 98/12/EEC.
Valve configurations
The following variants can be selected:
• A spring-returned lifting axle valve (not suitable for all vehicles)
The lifting axle can be lifted as a traction help, providing the permitted bellows
pressure set in the parameters is not exceeded after lifting. If the permitted
pressure is exceeded when traction help is active, traction help is cancelled and
the respective lifting axle is lowered.
In countries where axle loads of 3 times 9 t are permitted, traction help is can-
celled as soon as the load on the axles that remain in the ground exceeds
23.4 t. The effect of traction help is thus linked to the load status.
• One lifting axle valve (spring returned) and one solenoid valve for pres-
sure limitation (residual pressure maintenance)
The load is transferred off the lifting axle as a traction help, up to the level of the
permitted bellows pressure set in the parameters. Then the support bellow of
the lifting axle are shut off using the solenoid valve. The lifting axle is thereby
relieved for best possible traction when starting without exceeding the 30%
overload (the value defined in the parameters) on the other axles.
(The lifting axle remains relieved at 130% axle load on the main axle and is
lowered again only at 30km/h.)
This configuration permits traction help even when the vehicle is overloaded.
• A pulse-controlled lifting axle valve
The load is transferred off the lifting axle as a traction help, up to the level of the
permitted bellows pressure set in the parameters. Then the support and lifting
bellow on the lifting axle are shut off. Therefore, relieving the lifting axle may
also be performed in order to prevent the permissible 30% overload being ex-
ceeded.
(The lifting axle remains relieved at 130% axle load on the main axle and is
lowered again only at 30km/h.)
This arrangement makes sense in countries with a permissible axle load of 9 t.
A traction help function without lifting the lifting axle can also be im-
plemented using a simple 12 V ABS tag axle valve in combination with
the TEBS E4 Multi-Voltage.
Activation of traction help
• ISO 7638: Actuation via the ‘Towing vehicle’ CAN port from the towing vehicle.
• SmartBoard: Activation via the control menu of the SmartBoard.
• Control box: It is only possible to start the traction help if the lifting axles are
located on the ground above the fully automated lifting axle (start using the ‘Lift
lifting axle’ button).
• Remote control unit: Activate via the Lifting Axle Preselection and M1 buttons.
• Trailer Remote Control: Activation via the ‘Traction help’ button see chap-
ter 10.2 ‘Operation with Trailer Remote Control’, page 172.
• Brake actuation: By activating this parameter, the traction help can be acti-
vated or deactivated by actuating the brake 3 times when stationary (between
the three brake actuations, the pressure must drop below 0.4 bar). The follow-
ing condition applies here: Vehicle is stationary. The brake must be actuated
and released 3x in 10 seconds with a pressure of 3 to 8 bar after a period of
2 seconds without braking pressure.
By actuating the brake 3 more times, the axle is force-lowered.
• Automatic with ignition on: Activation of traction help with ignition on. This is
used to automatically increase the support load with central axle trailers or pro-
vide more traction in winter conditions.
• Automatic with curve detection: Traction in the towing vehicle is increased
during slow cornering.
• By engaging the reverse gear
More information on operation, see chapter 10.4 ‘Operation of traction help’,
page 182 and see chapter 10.2 ‘Operation with Trailer Remote Control’, page 172.
Forced lowering is activated by actuating the brakes another 3 times.
Traction help can also be activated via the Traction help with ignition
on setting. The function is automatically switched off when the preset
deactivation speed is reached or via the forced lowering function.
Traction help
The traction help function is supported for lifting axles on the last axle
for semitrailers or central axle trailers, i.e. the lifting axle is raised or
lowered on request.
Activation: 1-time actuation of the button (less than 5 seconds).
Traction help ‘type Northern’
Time-dependent traction help control is also possible (in 1 second
increments, max. 1,200 seconds).
With lifting axle valve 463 084 3. 0 the lifting axle is lowered automati-
cally 5 seconds after exceeding 130% of the axle load.
Activation: 1-time actuation of the button (less than 5 seconds).
‘Off-road’ traction help’ (only start via button)
This function has been created to briefly allow higher pressures
(thresholds) for the traction help function for private traffic.
Activation: Actuate the button twice briefly.
Automatic activation via parameter Traction help automatic with curve
detection.
Traction help ‘off-road’
As soon as the preset speed threshold has been reached, the function
reverts to standard traction help. This is also switched off when the
preset threshold value (speed and pressure) is reached.
Traction help can be activated by engaging the reverse gear. The ca-
ble to the reversing light must be monitored by TEBS E or ELEX for
this purpose.
Connection, switch
The following cabling options can be considered for installing the switch. The diode
is only required with the parameter Ground and +24V and can be omitted with the
parameters +24v only or Ground only.
Trailer / signal from towing vehicle +24 V
Trailer / signal from towing vehicle - (ground)
Button in trailer
Legend
A Diode (up to TEBS E3)
Parameter setting
Traction help and its control are defined in tab 5, Lifting axle control.
External axle load sensor
Vehicle type
All trailers with air suspension or hydro-pneumatic suspension.
Purpose
An external axle load sensor can also be used instead of or in addition to the inter-
nal axle load sensor.
For axle c-d
Vehicle type
Vehicles with hydraulic suspension for example because suspension pressures of
up to 200 bar are required here (vehicles that cannot be connected to the TEBS E
Modulator because of too high pressures).
The external axle load sensor may be retrofitted on the main axle should the inter-
nal sensor fail. This avoids replacing the module and a cost-efficient repair can be
performed instead.
With hydraulically suspended vehicles, the right and left axle load can
be detected separately by using a second pressure sensor on the axle
c-d. To ensure that the vehicle does not over- or under-brake when the
load differs from side to side, this function can be used to determine an
average value for the two external pressure sensors.
This average value is used for determining the braking pressure and
for outputting the axle load.
This function is not suitable for drawbar trailers.
For axle e-f
Vehicle type
Drawbar trailer, semitrailer (only 3M) with lifting axles or tag axles, OptiTurn / Opti-
Load
Purpose
More precise determination of the axle loads.
Function
Transmission of the information for total weight of the trailer via the ISO 7638 plug
connection to the towing vehicle and show on the display.
If a SmartBoard is installed, the separate loads of the drawbar trailer axles (front
and rear axle) can also be displayed.
Components
Component
Figure Part number
Pressure sensor (0 to 10 bar)
Use only at the responsibility of the vehicle manufacturer,
depending on the vehicle construction.
441 044 101 0
441 044 102 0
Cable for pressure sensor
449 812 ... 0
Parameter setting
The external axle load sensors are defined via tab 8, General functions.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, connector.
Dynamic wheelbase control
6.9.1
Manoeuvering assistance (OptiTurnTM)
Vehicle type
Semitrailers with 2 or 3 axles, rear axle as a tag axle or lifting axle.
Central axle trailer
Purpose
Increasing manoeuvrability.
Can be used as an alternative to a trailing steering axle.
Function
OptiTurn is able to detect tight curves from the differing wheel speeds and corre-
spondingly unloads the rear axle according to the specifications of the traction help
system. This causes the fulcrum of the axle unit to ‘migrate’ from the central axle
between the two loaded axles remaining on the ground and reduces the turning
circle and improves the manoeuvrability of the whole vehicle.
The relief of the third axle can be defined by means of the parameter settings. This
prevents overloading the other axles on the trailer.
Benefit
• Reduced tire wear in tight curves.
• Can save steering axle and steering axle control.
• Improves manoeuvrability, even when reversing.
System requirements
The vehicle must be equipped with ECAS or also with eTASC and an LACV-IC on
the last axle. This is necessary to ensure that the level is readjusted quickly to
normal level - thus reducing the wheelbase - when the last axle is relieved as the
vehicle drives into a corner.
• ECAS (eTASC)
• 4S/3M on the last axle
• LACV-IC
• Additional pressure sensor on axle e-f
Legally defined turning circle
The BO BOforce circuit specifies the legally defined turning circle that is permissi-
ble by law for trailer vehicles. The outer diameter of the circle is 25 m, the inner di-
ameter of the circle 10.6 m. With OptiTurn the legally required turning radius is
more easily complied with.
Activation OptiTurn
Automatic and manual activation options are available.
Automatic activation
• After driving at a higher speed and when the speed drops below a parameter-
ised speed (max. 30 km/h): The function starts with a delay of 60 seconds. The
function is deactivated when the parameterised speed is exceeded.
• Immediately upon curve detection: The function starts immediately on entering
a curve below the defined speed. The function is deactivated once the vehicle
had driven through the curve.
• Only with partial/full load: With unladen vehicles, the function remains deacti-
vated automatically. The TEBS E switches to the automatic lifting axle function.
Optionally the function can be automatically deactivated if another
lifting axle is already lifted.
Pay attention to the permitted axle loads corresponding to the axle manufacturer's
information.
If the Tristop cylinders are installed on axle 2 and 3, the Lifting axle function pa-
rameter (OptiTurn/OptiLoad) must be interrupted when the parking brake is en-
gaged.
Control options
Permanently automatic
The function starts independently of the driver, according to the defined boundary
conditions.
If a SmartBoard is installed, the automatic function can be deactivated temporarily,
to save air for instance.
The Automatic function can also be switched off completely and switched on again
via the SmartBoard.
The manoeuvering assistance button or the Trailer Remote Control (only in combi-
nation with ELEX and version TEBS E2 or higher) can be used to put the automatic
function into forced lowering mode by pressing the button for > 5 seconds.
OptiTurn is activated again after the ignition has been switched off and on again.
OptiTurn and OptiLoad can be deactivated separately via the Smart-
Board.
Automatic start of OptiTurn when reversing
By means of monitoring the reversing light via TEBS E or ELEX Opti-
Turn is started automatically with reverse driving. The function is deac-
tivated again after a longer stationary periods or when the vehicle
moves forward.
If the SmartBoard or the Trailer Remote Control has deactivated the
automatic OptiTurn function, the OptiTurn function is also deactivated
for reversing.
Manual control
OptiTurn remains deactivated until it is reactivated by actuating the manoeuvering
assistance button.
The function is started manually via the manoeuvering assistance button: Press the
manoeuvering assistance button once.
The SmartBoard or the Trailer Remote Control (only in combination with ELEX and
version TEBS E2 or higher) can be used as an alternative to the button.
After switching the ignition off and back on again or by switching off with the
SmartBoard, Trailer Remote Control or manoeuvering assistance button, OptiTurn
is deactivated again.
More information on operation, see chapter 10.5 ‘Operation OptiLoad / OptiTurn’,
page 182 and see chapter 10.2 ‘Operation with Trailer Remote Control’, page 172.
Parameter setting
OptiTurn is defined via tab 5, Lifting axle control.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, Connector.
Drawbar load reduction (OptiLoadTM)
Vehicle type
Semitrailers with 2 or 3 axles, rear axle as a tag axle or lifting axle.
Purpose
Avoid overloading the pick-up plate and towing vehicle drive axle on semitrailers
with loads that are unevenly distributed in the direction of the towing vehicle.
• The load does not have to be distributed over the load floor.
• Reduces the risk of a traffic fine due to overloading the towing vehicle.
Function
Lifting or relieving pressure on the rear axle improves the distribution of the load
between the towing vehicle and the trailer, thus avoiding overloading of the rear
axle of the towing vehicle. In this case, the rear axle of the semitrailer acts as a
counterweight to the load.
After the ignition is turned on, TEBS E determines the load status and relieves the
last axle if applicable.
With TEBS E4 the axle load is measured and the axle relieved if appli-
cable even after the start of driving until the parameterised RtR speed
is reached.
The OptiLoad function can be implemented together with the OptiTurn function.
While OptiTurn is only used in the low speed range, there is no speed limitation for
OptiLoad.
System requirements
The vehicle must be equipped with a LACV-IC on the last axle to arrest the pres-
sure.
• 4S/3M on the last axle
• LACV-IC
• Additional pressure sensor on axle e-f
Parameter settings OptiLoad
Activation condition selections
• Automatically on exceeding a speed (can be set in the parameters from 0 km/h).
• Only with partial/full load: with unladen vehicles, the function is deactivated
automatically. The ECU switches to the automatic lifting axle function.
• Manual with button (press manoeuvering assistance button 2x).
• Via SmartBoard or Trailer Remote Control.
Deactivation condition selections
• Automatic below a defined speed.
• Pressure value limitation where the function is deactivated (below the bellows
pressure defined in the parameters, the function is active).
• Manually via button; optionally via SmartBoard or Trailer Remote Control.
Winter operation for OptiLoad
Second lifting axle characteristic curve with deactivated Automatic
OptiLoad: If the automatic OptiLoad function is deactivated via the
SmartBoard or Trailer Remote Control, this parameter can be used for
adjusting to a second lifting axle characteristic curve. The function
needs to be deactivated to obtain more traction on the towing vehicle
drive axle in certain conditions such as winter operation.
Without this parameter the standard characteristic curve for the auto-
matic lifting axle function would stay active, causing the lifting axles not
to raise when vehicles are partially laden or unladen for example.
The second characteristic curve can delay lifting or prevent it alto-
gether.
The pressure value for the drawbar load reduction is only allowed to be maximum
100% of the bellows pressure ‘laden’.
Control options
Permanently automatic
The function starts independently of the driver, according to the defined boundary
conditions.
If a SmartBoard is installed, the automatic function can be temporarily deactivated,
to save air for example (up to TEBS E2 the automatic function could only be acti-
vated/deactivated simultaneously for both OptiTurn and OptiLoad). The OptiLoad is
reactivated after the ignition has been switched off and on again (Trip function).
The Automatic function can also be switched off completely and then reactivated
again via the SmartBoard.
The manoeuvering assistance button or the Trailer Remote Control (only in combi-
nation with ELEX and version TEBS E2 or higher) can be used to put the Auto-
matic function into Forced lowering mode by pressing the button for > 5 seconds.
The OptiLoad is reactivated after the ignition has been switched off and on again
(Trip function).
Manual control
As soon as OptiLoad is deactivated the systems stays in this status until it is reac-
tivated via the SmartBoard or by actuating the manoeuvering assistance button
(press twice).
The SmartBoard or the Trailer Remote Control (only in combination with ELEX)
can be used instead of a button. After switching the ignition off and back on again
or by switching off with the SmartBoard, Trailer Remote Control or Manoeuvering
assistance button, OptiLoad is deactivated again.
More information on operation, see chapter 10.5 ‘Operation OptiLoad / OptiTurn’,
page 182 and see chapter 10.2 ‘Operation with Trailer Remote Control’, page 172.
6.9.3
Connecting the components
OptiLoad/OptiTurn in combination with ECAS
For optimal and efficient use of the functions (response time test and control re-
sponse), an electronically controlled air suspension system (lifting & lowering +
control of the Opti-function axle) must be used.
Furthermore an EBS relay valve with external bellows pressure sensor e-f must be
installed on the last axle to adjust the optimal braking pressure when braking with a
partially unloaded axle (Opti-function activated) and to prevent the rearmost axle
wheels from locking.
If a tag axle is used, a residual pressure valve should be installed or the function
Tag axle residual pressure control activated. This can prevent damage to the axle
or support bellows when the axle is fully unloaded.
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TEBS E Modulator (Premium)
480 102 06. 0
2
EBS relay valve (third modulator)
480 207 ... 0
3
Cable for EBS relay valve
449 429 ... 0
5
(A)
ECAS solenoid valve (1-point control): double block with lifting/lowering
function and lifting axle control
472 905 114 0
5
(B)
Lifting axle valve (LACV-IC)
When using a second lifting axle for the first axle:
Up to version TEBS E2: Only the spring-returned lifting axle valve can be
used on the first axle in combination with the ECAS double block.
As of TEBS E2: An additional third pulse-controlled valve can also be in-
stalled.
463 084 100 0
6
(A)
6
(B)
Cable for ECAS solenoid valve or LACV-IC
449 761 030 0
ECAS solenoid valve
2-point control, only possible in combination with ELEX and version
TEBS E2 or higher see chapter 7.1 ‘Electronic expansion module (ELEX)’,
page 126.
472 905 111 0
7
Cable for ECAS valve/lifting axle valve
449 445 ... 0
8
Residual pressure keeper valve
Alternative to residual pressure maintenance by means of LACV-IC
475 019 ... 0
9
External bellows pressure sensor
Use only at the responsibility of the vehicle manufacturer, depending on the
vehicle construction.
441 044 ... 0
10
Cable for pressure sensor (optional)
449 812 ... 0
11
SmartBoard (optional)
446 192 110 0
Cable for SmartBoard (optional)
449 911 ... 0
13
ECAS control box (optional)
446 156 022 0
14
Cable for ECAS control box (optional)
449 627 060 0
15
Manoeuvering assistance button
Not part of WABCO's
scope of supply
Trailer Remote Control (optional)
Only in combination with ELEX and version TEBS E2 or higher.
Connecting cable between Trailer Remote Control and fuse box in the truck
and a bracket are included in delivery.
446 122 080 0
16
GIO 'Y' distributor
449 629 ... 0
OptiLoad/OptiTurn in combination with a conventional air suspension
This equipment range never fulfils the optimal and efficient level of use for the func-
tional advantages. WABCO does not recommend using a conventional air suspen-
sion system with the Opti functions.
Recommendations for air supply
Reservoir sizes for air suspension
Application
80 litre
one lifting axle
100 litre
two lifting axles
120 litre
OptiTurn or OptiLoad
Recommendations for line cross sections for a good response time test
Connection
Cross section
Air suspension supply – ECAS/lifting axle
valve
12 mm
ECAS/lifting axle valve – support bellows
12 mm
Parameter setting
The settings are defined via tab 5, Lifting axle control.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, connector.
6.10 Forced lowering and deactivation of the lifting axle function
Vehicle type
All trailer vehicles with a lifting axle
Purpose
Switch off automatic axle lift to lower the raised lifting axles.
Function
The function can be activated with a button, switch to ground or via the Smart-
Board or the Trailer Remote Control. The lifting axle control is deactivated.
Forced lowering with switch
The switch is closed: All axles are lowered. SmartBoard control has priority over
the switch.
The switch is opened: The automatic lifting axle control is activated.
More information on operation, see chapter 10.6 ‘Lifting axles operation’, page 183.
Forced lowering with button / SmartBoard
The button is pressed for longer than 5 seconds: All axles are lowered.
The button is pressed for less than 5 seconds: The automatic lifting axle control is
activated.
More information on operation, see chapter 10.6 ‘Lifting axles operation’, page 183.
Forced lowering with Trailer Remote Control
Information on operating the Trailer Remote Control, see chapter 10.2 ‘Operation
with Trailer Remote Control’, page 172.
The lifting axle function can be permanently deactivated in addition to
forced lowering. Up to two separately controlled lifting axles can be
permanently lowered individually by means of two separate switches
or via the SmartBoard.
Two separately controlled lifting axles can be lowered individually by
means of two separate switches or via the SmartBoard.
If the load status only permits lifting one axle, this function can be used
to lower a specific lifting axle so that the other lifting axle is automati-
cally lifted as a result.
Forced lowering of the rear lifting axle will also deactivate OptiLoad
and OptiTurn.
Traction help is deactivated simultaneously with deactivation of the
front lifting axle.
Lifting axles are only lifted under automatic lifting axle control if the vehicle is within
the parameterised threshold values for speed and bellows pressure.
The input levels (positive or ground) coming from the towing vehicle can be se-
lected in the TEBS E Diagnostic Software.
There are two ways to define parameters for the forced lowering function in the
TEBS E Diagnostic Software:
• Forced lowering affects all lifting axles or only the 2nd lifting axle.
• Forced lowering is possible via switch, button, Trailer Remote Control or
SmartBoard.
Connecting the components
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Legend
YE Yellow
GN Green
BL Blue
The following components can be used for indication and operation:
Item Component
Figure
Part number
1
SmartBoard
446 192 110 0
2
Cable for SmartBoard
449 911 ... 0
3
Button / switch (optional)
Not part of WABCO's
scope of supply
4
Universal cable (optional)
449 535 ... 0
Trailer Remote Control (optional)
Only in combination with ELEX and version
TEBS E2 or higher.
Connecting cable between Trailer Remote
Control and fuse box in the truck and a
bracket are included in delivery.
446 122 080 0
Parameter setting
The settings are defined via tab 5, Lifting axle control.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, connector.
6.11 Brake lining wear indicator
Vehicle type (BVA)
All trailer vehicles with disc brakes
Purpose
Wear indicators, a wire integrated into the brake lining, monitor the wear of both lin-
ings of a disc brake.
Function
Wear indicators can be connected on up to 6 brakes on the ECU. All wear indica-
tors are connected in series and are connected to the wear input. These are oper-
ated with the supply voltage (24 V/12 V).
Fault indicator / warning lamp:
If the wear indicators indicates that the wire is worn through for a period of at least
4 seconds (or longer) , a voltage will be measured at the lining wear sensor and
the warning will be activated. The fault indicator / warning lamp will warn the driver
if the end value for lining wear has been reached (100% brake lining wear).
When the ignition is switched on, the fault indicator / warning lamp (amber) flashes
in 4 cycles = 16 times. The fault indicator / warning lamp is no longer illuminated
when the vehicle's speed exceeds 7 km/h. Replacing the wear indicators is auto-
matically detected by the system when the linings are changed. Both warning lev-
els are deactivated after 8 seconds.
In systems with Trailer Central Electronic, the wear information is determined by
the Trailer Central Electronic. It is the TEBS E that warns the driver or triggers the
fault indicator / warning lamp. This is necessary because only an ECU can execute
triggering the fault indicator / warning lamp in the event of service information hav-
ing accumulated. If a SmartBoard is installed, the warning will also be displayed on
the SmartBoard.
Saving the data for the lining change
The last five lining changes (including odometer and operating hours when the
second warning level occurred) are stored in the ECU and can be read out via the
TEBS E Diagnostic Software.
Connecting the components
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Item Component
Figure
Part number
1
Wear indicator
480 102 92. 2 (retrofit)
2
Cable for wear indicator
449 816 ... 0
3
SmartBoard (optional)
446 192 110 0
4
Cable for SmartBoard (op-
tional)
449 911 ... 0
Warning lamp
Not part of WABCO's scope of
supply
Parameter setting
The function is activated via tab 4, Standard functions.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, connector.
Connecting the lining wear indication to GIO5 can cause load peaks in certain
cases and should be avoided.
6.12 Power supply and data communication on GIO5
Vehicle type
All trailer vehicles
Purpose
Power supply from connected systems, e.g. Telematics.
Telematics
The Telematics unit can be connected to the SUBSYSTEMS slot or on GIO5 (only
with TEBS E Premium).
WABCO recommendation: Connect Telematics to GIO5, so that the subsystems
plug can be used e. g. for the SmartBoard or IVTM.
A stand-by time for charging a connected battery after the ignition is turned off can
be defined via the TEBS E Diagnostic Software. In this case, the CAN bus is
switched off – or the message is sent, indicating that the vehicle was switched off –
and only the battery is charged. The time for charging corresponds to the time for
ECAS standby operation.
Connecting the components
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Item
Component
Figure
Part number
1
TEBS E Modulator (Premium)
480 102 06. 0
2
Trailer Telematics Unit (TTU)
446 290 100 0
3
Cable for Telematics
449 915 ... 0
Parameter setting
Telematics is coordinated via tab 4, Standard functions.
In tab 11, Connectors the connection to subsystems or GIO 5 are defined.
6.13 Speed signal
Vehicle type
All trailer vehicles
Purpose
In addition to the ISS speed switch, which only outputs switch settings, TEBS E
can provide a speed signal for evaluation by the connected systems, e.g. for con-
trolling steering axles or for closing tank covers.
Function
The TEBS E Modulator provides a speed signal in the form of a pulse-width modu-
lated rectangular signal.
Components
Component
Part number
Universal cable
4-pin, open
Cable colours:
red = pin 1 (v signal)
brown = pin 2 (ground)
yellow/green = pin 3
blue = pin 4
449 535 ... 0
Parameter setting
The function is activated via tab 8, General functions.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, connector.
6.14 Steady positive voltage 1 and 2
Vehicle type
All trailer vehicles
Purpose
Two continuous voltage supplies are provided. Using corresponding parameter set-
tings, a steady positive voltage (terminal 15) can be output to supply connected
electronic systems or solenoid valves. The stand-by time corresponds to the stand-
by time on the ECU.
Function
Two 24 V outputs with a constant load of max. 1.5 A can be connected to the
Trailer EBS E Modulator.
The output is monitored only when the TEBS E is switched on. Optionally, monitor-
ing can be deactivated if components are connected via a switch, for example.
An optional parameter can be used to deactivate a stand-by of the
continuous power supply. Otherwise the port continues to be supplied
with power as specified by the parameter for the ECU stand-by time.
Connecting the components
Legend
A Switch
B Load on steady positive voltage
Component
Part number
Switch
Not part of WABCO's scope of supply
Universal cable
449 535 ... 0
Parameter setting
The function is activated via tab 8, General functions.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, connector.
6.15 Road finisher brake
Vehicle type
Tipper vehicle
Purpose
The ‘road finisher brake’ function is used for targeted braking of tipper bodies dur-
ing operation with road finishers. In this case, the vehicle trailer is pushed by the
road finisher while tipping.
Function
If the function is activated, the trailer is braked by means of the TEBS E Modulator.
Mechanical switches can be used for activation in operation (road finisher opera-
tion on/off) and an unloading level switch used for positioning the tipper (push but-
ton or proximity switch). When using ECAS valves, tipping of the tipper body can
be detected via the unloading level switch, see chapter 6.3.2 ‘Normal level’,
page 70.
The unloading level switch can be activated or deactivated based on the cus-
tomer's wishes. An optional switch can be provided for this or a parameter or a
shut-off on the SmartBoard.
The control pressure defined in the TEBS E Diagnostic Software can be changed
manually via the SmartBoard or Trailer Remote Control. The minimum control
pressure in this case is 0.5 bar and the maximum control pressure is 6.5 bar. The
value last set via the SmartBoard or Trailer Remote Control when switching the
function off is valid again when switched back on.
The automatic shut-off for this function occurs at speed v > 10 km/h.
Controller
Proximity switch
More detailed information on the proximity switch, see chapter 6.15.1 ‘Proximity
switch’, page 99).
Mechanical switch
Mechanical switch I for road finishers to ground
Mechanical switch II for road finishers and unloading level to ground
Mechanical switch III for road finishers to plus at analogue TEBS E input
Mechanical switch IV for road finishers to plus at digital TEBS E input
(resistance cable not supplied by WABCO)
Legend
A ‘Road finisher brake on/off’ switch
B Unloading level switch
C Lifting/lowering Tilt warning
Road finisher brake parameters
The speed to which the function is active must first be set (max. 10km/h). Then the
pressure test for actuating the braking pressure pm of the application pressure to a
maximum 6.5 bar is applied, parameter road finisher brake.
You can define whether the actuated braking pressure is adjusted depending on
the load during road finisher operation (dynamic LSV).
If a SmartBoard is installed, one switching input can be dispensed with by activat-
ing the function solely via the SmartBoard.
The road finisher braking pressure can also be adjusted by means of
the parking brake in the towing vehicle, without a SmartBoard.
In the pressure range to be set, the spring-type actuator in the towing
vehicle is not yet exhausted so that the parking brake only generates a
braking force in the trailer.
To increase the braking pressure, the pressure must be adjusted
slowly using the lever, which is then released suddenly.
The system detects the manual setting through the high pressure gra-
dient thus produced, saves this value and adjusts the pressure accord-
ingly.
To reduce the value, the current value must be briefly exceeded using
the lever before it is gradually released again. This value is deleted
again following an ignition reset.
Road finisher brake = Mechanical switch
Parameters for deactivating the unloading level can be set in the TEBS E Diagnos-
tic Software.
A 2 pole proximity switch can be connected (connection to GIO 4, pins 1 and 3,
cable 449 535 ... 0).
This proximity switch can be used for the ‘Unloading level’ and ‘Road finisher
brake’ functions. Every proximity switch has a different switching threshold relating
to the distance to the tipping body object to be detected.
If both functions are to be active, two additional switching inputs are required so
that both functions can be switched on and off separately.
The road finisher brake can be indicated by a lamp attached to the
outside of the vehicle, for example.
For this purpose, the TEBS E Diagnostic Software tab 9, Function
module is used to create a digital function with the input signal Road
finisher brake active.
Connecting the components
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Item Component
Figure
Part number
1
SmartBoard
446 192 110 0
2
Cable for SmartBoard
449 911 ... 0
3
Switch
Not part of WABCO's
scope of supply
4
Universal cable (optional)
449 535 ... 0
Trailer Remote Control (optional)
Only in combination with ELEX and version
TEBS E2 or higher.
Connecting cable between Trailer Remote
Control and fuse box in the truck and a
bracket are included in delivery.
446 122 080 0
Lamp for indicating the status (as of
TEBS E4)
446 105 523 2
The function is activated via tab 6, Brake functions.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, connector.
Operation
Information on operation, see chapter 10.3 ‘Operation of ECAS level control’,
page 180 and see chapter 10.2 ‘Operation with Trailer Remote Control’, page 172.
6.15.1 Proximity switch
Vehicle type
All trailers with an unloading level option or road finisher brake
Purpose
The proximity switch can be used as a switch for the unloading level control func-
tions, for actuating the road finisher brake or for controlling the SafeStart function.
The following proximity switch can be used to actuate the functions named above
without contact:
• Telemecanique XS7C1A1DAM8
• Schönbuch Electronic IO25CT 302408
• Balluff BES M30MF-USC15B-BP03
• Schönbuch Electronic MU1603111
Connection of the proximity switch
Proximity switch for actuating the street finisher / unloading level
Figure 1
Proximity switch with separate off switches for the road finisher
and unloading level
Figure 2
Legend
A ‘Road finisher brake on/off’
switch
B ‘Unloading level on/off’
switch
C Proximity
switch
If just one function is available (figure 1), parameters only need to be set for the
proximity switch.
If both functions are to be available (figure 2), two additional switch inputs are re-
quired so that both functions can be switched on and off separately.
The switches for this must be configured as follows:
Road finisher brake = proximity switch and separate switch. Both switches must be
closed here so that the road finisher function is actuated.
Unloading level switch = proximity switch and separate switch. Both switches must
be closed here so that the unloading level starts up.
Proximity switches available on the market can have differing switching thresholds
depending on the distance to the object to be registered.
WABCO suggests a value of 600 µA for this, for trouble free operation of the prox-
imity switches named above. The switching threshold for other switches can be set
as required.
The GIO slots to use are defined in tab 11, connector.