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ZF8HP Introduction

Presented by:
Mike Souza
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Research Technician
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All Wheel & Front Wheel Drives
 ZF8HP Introduction
ZF refers to this transmission as the 8HP45. Other versions and torque ratings of this
transmission are also available. The 8HP30, 8HP70 and the 8HP90. A version of this
transmission has been used in flagship Audi, Rolls Royce, BMW, and Bentley models
since 2010 and in the 2012 Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger referred to as the 845RE.
845RE

This 8-speed transmission has fewer moving parts than the 6HP26 6-speed. There are
only two multi-disc brakes A, B and three multi-disc clutch packs labeled C, D and E, in
the transmission gear train. Only two of the five clutch elements are open (released) in
each gear to reduce drag.

The fewer open shift elements there are, the fewer internal transmission components
that’ll be rotating relative to one another. This provides a significant reduction in
friction loss and reduces the transmission’s rotating mass. Both qualities will
contribute to improving the overall fuel economy and acceleration. By comparison, the
Lexus AA80E 8-speed uses four gear sets and seven multi-disc clutch packs.
 ZF8HP Introduction
Technical Features
• Enhanced planetary gear meshing to reduce noise
• Four planetary gear sets and five clutch elements
• Offset chain driven variable displacement pump
• Optional engine stop/start feature. Not used in Chryslers for 2012
• Hybrid technology capable
• Two and all wheel drive versions
• Non-sequential shifting
• Torque capacity from 300-1000nM, 8HP30-8HP90
• 200 millisecond shift times fully electronic shift by wire, no shift cable or linkage
• NIC Neutral idle control allows clutch “B” slippage to reduce load vehicle creep
• Similar weight and physical dimensions to the ZF6HP26
• Adaptive strategies: high temperature, warm up, cruise control, winter mode,
drag recognition and neutral idle control
• Air cooled (Oil To Air Cooler)
 Optional Engine Start/Stop Function
This feature is enabled by the development of the hydraulic impulse oil
storage system(HIS).

At idle, the engine automatically shuts off. The HIS system supplies the oil
pressure needed to keep the transmission’s clutch elements engaged while
the engine is off.

350 milliseconds after starting, the vehicle is ready to drive.

With the start/stop function, it’s possible to reduce fuel consumption by

another 5% and further reduce CO² output.
 Manual Shift Mode
Sporty models like the Chrysler 300S and the Charger Rally as well as some
European models will receive a manual shift mode with shift paddles mounted
on the steering wheel.

With a 200 millisecond shift time, the shifts are so fast and smooth; if it didn’t
have a tachometer you might
not know it shifted.

Other lower-priced models won’t have

the manual mode feature.

Those cars will only have drive and

low select options.
 Vehicle Application
Audi Zf8HP45/55/90AF Chrysler 845RE Land Rover ZF8HP45/70
A4/5/7 Cabriolet 2010-14 300 2011-14 Discovery LR3 2010-14
A6 Quattro 2012-14 Range Rover Sport
A7 2010-14 Dodge 845RE 2011-14
A8 2009-14 Barracuda 2014
Q5 Hybrid 2011-14 Charger 2012-14 Maserati ZF8HP70
Q7 2010-14 Durango 2012-14 Quattroporte 2012-14
Ram 1500 2014
Bentley ZF8HP90 Porsche
Azure 2013-14 Jaguar ZF8HP70 Macan 2013-14
E-Suv 2014 F Type 2013-14
Flying Spur 2010-14 XF 2011-14 Rolls Royce ZF8HP70
GT/GTC 2010-14 XJ 2011-14 Ghost 2009-14
Mulsanne 2010-14 XK 2012-13 Wraith 2013-14

BMW ZF8HP45/70 Lancia ZF8HP45/70 Volkswagen ZF8HP45

I thru 7 Series 2009-14 Thesis 2011 Amarok 2012-14
X1 thru X6 2010-14
Z4 Roadster 2012-14
Component Identification
 Clutch Application Chart

O Released
X Applied
Power Flow 1st Gear Neutral Idle Control Activated
Neutral Idle Control system (NIC) improves fuel economy in city driving. The neutral
idle control is activated in the transmission by slipping the Brake B, which lowers
torque through the transmission to ring gear 1
Power Flow 1st Gear Neutral Idle Control Activated

A Brake B Brake and C Clutch fully applied

B Brake is in slip mode (torque converter 10% slip)

Holding Elements: A, B Brake Clutch and P1/P2 Sun, and P1 Planet assembly

Driving Element: C Clutch

Driven Element: P4 Planet assembly

Power Flow 1st Gear Neutral Idle Control “Not” Activated
Clutches Fully Applied: A, B Brake and C Clutch (torque converter 100% slip)
Holding Elements: A, B Brake Clutch and P1/P2 Sun, and P1 Planet assembly
Driving Element: C Clutch
Driven Element: P4 Planet assembly
Power Flow 1st Gear
Clutches Applied: A, B Brake and C Clutch
Holding Elements: A, B Brake Clutch and P1/P2 Sun, and P1 Planet assembly
Driving Element: C Clutch
Driven Element: P4 Planet assembly
Power Flow 2nd Gear
Clutches Applied: A, B Brake and E Clutch
Holding Elements: A, B Brake Clutch and P1/P2 Sun Gear and P1 Planet assembly
Driving Element: E Clutch
Driven Element: P2 and P4 Planet assembly
Power Flow 3rd Gear
Clutches Applied: B Brake, E and C Clutch
Holding Elements: B Brake Clutch and P1 Ring Gear
Driving Element: E and C Clutch
Driven Element: P1, P2 and P4 Planet assembly
Power Flow 4th Gear
Clutches Applied: B Brake, E and D Clutch
Holding Elements: B Brake Clutch and P1 Ring Gear
Driving Element: E and D Clutch
Driven Element: P1, P2, P3 and P4 Planet assembly
Note: P3 and P4 Planet assemblies are turning at a 1:1 ratio.
Power Flow 5th Gear
Clutches Applied: B Brake, D and C Clutch
Holding Elements: B Brake Clutch and P1 Ring Gear
Driving Element: D and C Clutch
Driven Element: P1, P2, P3 and P4 Planet assembly
Power Flow 6th Gear
Clutches Applied: E, D and C Clutch
Holding Elements:
Driving Element: E, D and C Clutch
Driven Element: P3 and P4 Planet assembly
Note: Complete planetary gearbox rotates at Turbine speed 1:1.
Power Flow 7th Gear
Clutches Applied: A Brake Clutch, D and C Clutch
Holding Elements: A Brake Clutch, P1/P2 Sun Gear
Driving Element: D and C Clutch
Driven Element: P2, P3 and P4 Planet assembly
Power Flow 8th Gear
Clutches Applied: A Brake, D and C Clutch
Holding Elements: A Brake and P1/P2 Sun Gear
Driving Element: E, D and C Clutch
Driven Element: P2, P3 and P4 Planet assembly
Power Flow Reverse Gear
Clutches Applied: A, B Brake, and D Clutch
Holding Elements: A, B Brake P1/P2 Sun Gear P1 Planet assembly & P4 Ring Gear
Driving Element: D and C Clutch
Driven Element: P2, P3 and P4 Planet assembly
Note: P3 Ring Gear is connected to the P4 Sun Gear. The P4 Sun Gear drives P4 Planet
assembly in the opposite direction of the engine rotation. The P4 Planet assembly rolls
along the held P4 Ring Gear.
Solenoid Identification
All solenoids are mounted to the TCM.

• Five shift solenoids are used to control clutches A through E.

• The TCC solenoid is used to apply the torque converter.
• A line pressure and park release solenoid are included.
• The park release solenoid is an On/Off solenoid.
• The Park Hold solenoid is mechanical. All other solenoids are variable force
solenoids.
• All VFS solenoids are approximately 5.5 ohms.
• The On/Off park release and mechanical hold solenoids are approx. 25
ohms.
• The Park Release solenoid is normally open.
• Solenoids A, B and TCC are Normally Vented solenoids when powered off
produce no pressure.
• Solenoids C, E, D and Line Pressure are Normally Applied solenoids when
powered off high pressure.
Solenoid Identification
Sol A

Sol D

Sol B

Sol E

Sol C

TCC
Solenoid
Line
Pressure
Solenoid
Park Hold
Park Mechanical
Remove these bolts only
Release Solenoid
to remove valve body O
Solenoid
“E” Shift
Torque to 10 Nm
Valve Body
Solenoid Identification
Always mark/engrave the solenoids before disassembly to ensure the solenoids will
get back into the right spot.

Note: # 9 solenoid is a mechanical solenoid,

it does not flow hydraulic oil.
Park Release Solenoid Function
Park Hold Mechanical Solenoid (N486) Function

NOTE: Manual release is provided

by way of a release mechanism
located under a cover in the floor
board at left front of driver’s seat on
Audi models. Vehicle must be
running with the shifter in the
neutral position.

When the park lock manual release

has been actuated a warning light
will appear in the instrument cluster.

Locations and procedures are

different for each vehicle model (see
owners manual).
Park Lock Hydraulic Operation
When shifting out of park, the Park Release Solenoid (N88) is energized. The park
release solenoid directs line pressure to the Park Release Valve. The park release
valve direct main line pressure to the Park
Release Piston, pulling the linkage
rod releasing the parking pawl.

The Park Hold Mechanical Solenoid

(N486) is also energized and holds
the parking release piston. This is
accomplished by clipping onto the
tip of the piston and holding the
linkage in the “Parking Lock
Disengaged” position.

There is no hydraulic fluid going

to this solenoid.
Position Valve Operation
There are two position valves used in the valve body. These valve supply oil pressure
to the C, D and E clutch valves. The position valves are designed to supply pressure to
the driving clutches and to maintain supply pressure in the clutch circuits if an
electrical failure should occur.
Variable Solenoid Function
A, B and TCC Variable Force Solenoids
Variable Solenoid Function
Line, C, D and E Variable Force Solenoids
Clutch & Solenoid Apply Chart

O = Un-pressurized X = Pressurized A = Clutch Applied

Direct Shift Operation
Direct Shift examples: according to specific vehicle operating conditions.
Shift from 8th gear to 6th, 4th or 2nd gear.
Shift from 7th gear to 5th or 1st gear
Shift from 6th gear to 4th or 3rd gear.
Shift from 5th gear to 3rd or 1st
Shift from 4th gear to 2nd
Shift from 3rd gear to 1st
Torque Converter
Although the converter has a dual damper system similar to the ZF6HP transmission.
The hub is splined to a gear driven chain to turn the pump.
TCC Function Released
TCC Function Applied
TCM Removal
Remove these bolts to remove the TCM

A = 40mm
B
B = 60mm

B A

B A B
Torque Specifications 8Nm
TCM Removal
If the TCM does not lift off of the valve body use a screwdriver to gently pry the TCM
assembly off the valve body. The alignment pins will stay with the TCM.

Mechatronics
Mechatronic Unit

Power, Ground
Data, Start &
Reverse Lights
Mechatronic Unit
Speed Sensors
Input Speed Hall Effect Sensor G182 monitors an encoder wheel with a magnetic ring.
The Output Speed Hall Effect Sensor G195 monitors output speed by the extended
teeth on the parking gear.
Both of these Hall Effect sensors are referred to as “Intelligent Sensors”.
Speed Sensors
Pump Assembly
This ZF unit is designed with a chain driven, double stroke vane pump.

The torque converter hub is

splined to a drive sprocket
that turns a chain to rotate
the pump
Pump Assembly
Pump Function
Reduces Cavitation & Noise
Audi Innovative Thermal Management (ITM)
The gearbox cooling system is part of the Innovative Thermal Management System
(ITM). This system improves fuel economy by shortening the warm-up phase of the
engine and transmission.
Audi Innovative Thermal Management (ITM)
The air conditioning system (interior heating) have the highest priority.
Engine and transmission heating are
secondary.

The illustration shows the engine

and transmission in a cold state.
Audi Innovative Thermal Management (ITM)
This illustration shows the engine and transmission at operating temperature.

The transmission heating phase ends

when a defined ATF temperature is
exceeded and N488 is closed
(switched OFF).
Dodge 8HP45 Transmission Thermal Management Unit (TMU)

The ZF8HP is so efficient it requires an auxiliary heater to keep the fluid at a proper
temperature of approximately 80C (176F)

Transmission Transmission
Cooler Return Cooler Out
Hybrid Models

Dodge 15kW Electric Motor

210Nm Torque
Hydraulic Lockup Converter

DynaStart System
(similar to Mercedes)

BMW V8 Twin Turbo Gas

330kW / 650Nm Torque
Start/Stop Function

Wet Starting Clutch The engine can be

re-started in only 350
milliseconds using an
Integrated Hydraulic Impulse Oil
Storage (HIS) system.

This system offers the option of

eliminating the external starting
element.

Start Stop Feature

Hydraulic Impulse Storage (HIS)
With engine running, transmission fluid is
pumped into the HIS accumulator and
stored.

A latching solenoid maintains the piston

under tension until the piston is released.

Spring pressure pushes the piston sending

fluid out of the HIS into the transmission.

When the engine is restarted the HIS is

refilled and ready for the next cycle.
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