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Volvo I-Shift (D-Series)
Volvo I-Shift Transmission

AMT-D, EPA10 Engines
Presented By:
Jeff Denny, Volvo Trucks North America
Chris Sanderson, TEC Equipment
Volvo I-Shift
12 Speed, 2 Pedal
Automated Mechanical Transmission
Overall
Reduction
15.04:1 for OD,
14.94:1 for Direct
28% Gear Steps
Single Countershaft
Light Weight
High Torque Capacity 597 to 611 lbs.
I-Shift Objectives
Provide a transmission that offers the following:
Fuel economy - intelligent software, Performance - optimized shifting

program
Reliability fourth generation of Volvo AMT
Smooth operation
Custom tailored to customer preferences with feature packages
Light weight / increased payload
Ease of operation / driver retention
Many features that are exclusive to Volvo!

Volvo I-Shift Specifications for EPA10

AT2612D ATO2612D ATO3112D
Used With D11 / D13 D11 / D13 D16
Any D11 / D13 Torque Any D11 / D13 Torque Any D16 Torque
Torque Capacity
1900 lb-ft 1900 lb-ft 2350 lb-ft
Direct Overdrive Overdrive

Top Ratio
1.00:1 0.78:1 0.78:1
Operation Two Pedal Two Pedal Two Pedal
Forward Speeds 12 12 12
Overall Ratio 14.94:1 15.04:1 15.04:1
Weight, lbs (kg) 597 (275) 597 (275) 610 (281)

I-Shift Weight Benefits
D13 + I-Shift = 3262 lbs

ISX + Ultrashift PLUS = 3879 lbs
712 726 lbs.
915 995 lbs.

What Makes I-Shift

So Intelligent?
Teamwork. Integration. Information.

I-Shift knows the engines efficiency map for each engine rating
Only Volvo can integrate so well.
Higher level of information
Result: Maximum intelligence and efficiency
WE TRUST THE TRANSMISSION TO CONTROL THE ENGINE!
I-Shift Exclusive Features

Innovative Shifting Strategy
Six (6) Software Feature Packages
Two Shifter Control Styles Available Basic, Premium
Economy / Performance Operating Modes w/ Premium Shifter
Integrated Engine Brake Interface
Volvo Driver Information Display Interface
Accelerator Pedal With Kick-Down Switch
Proprietary Engine-Transmission Protocol
Transmission Enabled to Control the Engine
Upgradeability to higher engine ratings at resale
Six (6) Software

Feature Packages
Volvo I-Shift
Two Control Styles Available
Basic Shifter
No E/P or Up/Down Buttons
Minimum driver intervention
Premium Shifter
Full driver Control
Volvo I-Shift Controls

(Basic Shifter)
Reverse
Pistol Grip
Shifter
Neutral
Drive Best for Max
Fuel Economy
Manual
Limp Function
(Button at Rear on
both style shifters)
Volvo I-Shift Controls

(Premium Shifter)
Reverse
Economy /
Neutral Performance
Mode Button
Drive
Manual
Limp Function
(Button at Rear on
Manual Shift Buttons both style shifters)
Up / Down
E / P Operating Modes
Fuel Economy Mode

In E mode, the transmission will select shift points and
command engine parameters that maximize FUEL
ECONOMY. Shift points are at low RPMs and gears are
skipped to reduce languishing in lower gears.
Performance Mode
In P/P+ mode, GRADABILITY is maximized. RPM in each
gear is increased, more gears are taken, and more power is
available. The P mode will default back to E after a while
when no longer used.
Even when the Premium Shifter is used, the E/P switch can
be programmed out, if desired, and re-enabled at resale.
Performance/P+ Additional Features
Ability to Rock Free

The I-Shift has the ability to rock the vehicle back and forth to maneuver
out of a stuck situation.
In most instances, the shifter doesnt need to be changed between
forward and reverse simply pump the accelerator.
P+ Additional Features
Power Launch
If the vehicle becomes really stuck in sand or very soft soil and is
equipped with the Performance software package, the I-Shift has the
ability to use extra engine torque to get the vehicle moving once again.
Premium Shifter Additional Features

Avoid Shifts in Drive Mode
Delay a downshift by pushing the plus (+) button on the shifter while the
engine rpms are very low useful when approaching the top of a hill when a
downshift is not desired.
Delay an upshift by pushing the plus (-) button on the shifter useful when
driving uphill with poor traction or when approaching a hill where higher
engine rpms are needed for more efficient operation.
Premium Shifter Additional Features

Greatest Possible Downshift
To evoke one large downshift instead of several smaller ones useful when
approaching a steep hill in off-road conditions when a higher engine speed is
needed.
The I-Shift uses its grade sensor and GCW calculations to determine the best
gear to select.
Driver Interface
Selector Position
Present Gear
Possible Gears Up & Down
Economy / Performance Mode
If Eco-Roll is enabled
Engine Brake Selection
Volvo DID
Integrated
Engine Brake Interface
Engine Cruise Control, Engine

Brake, & Transmission Integrated
Together for Seamless Performance
Off
A Automatic
Brake Cruise Control Enabled
1,2,3 Manual I-VEB Engine Brake
Control
B I-Shift Brake Program Shifts Down
for Maximum Retardation
Plus / Minus switch on end for Brake
Cruise Control function
Upgradeability
I-Shift can accommodate upgrades to any

available engine rating without requiring clutch or
transmission changes.
I-Shift can be upgraded from Basic to Premium Shifter at trade-in for higher
residual value.
I-Shift can be re-rated to any software package.

I-Shift Clutch Package
17 Organic Faced Spring Dampened Clutch
Clutch Warranty
Normal Duty = 3 years / 300,000 miles / 7,500 hours
Heavy Duty = 3 years / 250,000 miles / 6,250 hours
Severe Duty = 1 year / 100,000 miles / 3,250 hours
Accelerator Pedal
With Kick-Down Switch
Firm Detent Near Bottom

In Kickdown mode, downshifts
occur when possible and
ACCELERATION is maximized
Idle Driving Mode
Facilitates driving slowly

Lets the driver drive at engine idle speed
in any of the lower range gears (1-6)
A touch of the throttle (or + button on the Premium
shifter) Increases to the next higher gear
A slight press on the brake pedal (or button on
the Premium shifter) will downshift to a lower gear
The clutch is not slipped and is only opened when
the vehicle stops
Works well in reverse backing a trailer
Grade Sensor Allows I-Shift

To See Whats Ahead
Informed Technology
I-Shift has a Grade Sensor, so it knows how steep the grade is and if
its changing
I-Shift continuously monitors the grade, vehicle speed, acceleration,
torque demand, weight, rolling and air resistance
I-Shift continuously predicts and selects the most efficient utilization of
the engine over the next rolling 30 second period.
Hill Start Assist OPTIONAL

(Must also spec air ride suspension & Electronic Stability Control)
Brake Pedal Engaged Hill Start Engaged Accelerator Pressed Hill Start Released
Forced Lubrication
Gear type oil pump

(Similar to engine oil pump)
Pumps lubricant through

drilled passageways for
superior lubrication
Lube Oil Filter will remove

any contaminants
500,000 mile oil change

intervals with on-highway
PTOs
**Enhanced PTO Features or Multiple PTOs Needs a BBM

I-Shift PTO Functions
Basic always included with I-Shift

Pre-defined split positions Low, High
Stalk control
Enhanced optional, includes Basic functionality

Ability to select split position when equipped with Premium Shifter
Limit engine speed when PTO is engaged, additional rpm controls
Auto neutral
Reverse inhibit
Park brake setting
*Requires a Body Builder Module* - see BB Manual for additional info
I-Shift Application Guidelines
MAKE TOUGH STARTS IN P

On-Highway to 143,000 pounds beginning NOW (D16).
VHD flat or partly hilly on-off highway to 110,000 beginning NOW.
Strictly off-road (severe mining, etc.) still should use Allison
As before, no mixers, no refuse. However, 6x4, 8x4, 10x4, 12x4 dump
trucks, 105,500 chip trucks, 105,500 transfer dumps, block trucks, fire
trucks, snowplows, line stripers, vac trucks, etc.
What Does Volvo I-Shift NOT Do?

I-Shift doesnt get locked in gear if you shut it off in gear by mistake and the air
pressure bleeds down.
Instead, when you turn off the key with the selector in gear, the
transmission shifts to neutral before it turns off the engine.
I-Shift doesnt tear up your dock or your ICC bumper backing up.
Instead, when you back up and touch the brake, it de-clutches rapidly.
I-Shift doesnt beep at you to tell you it wont shift.

Instead I-Shift tells you if it CAN shift with arrows in the DID before you try.
I-Shift doesnt just sit there if you stop while in Manual Mode and try to take off in
too high a gear.
Instead, a pop-up message tells you to downshift or to put it in D.
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Volvo I-Shift (D-Series)

Volvo I-Shift Transmission

28% Gear Steps

Provide a transmission that offers the following:

Fuel economy - intelligent software, Performance - optimized shifting

Many features that are exclusive to Volvo!

Volvo I-Shift Specifications for EPA10

Used With D11 / D13 D11 / D13 D16

Direct Overdrive Overdrive

Operation Two Pedal Two Pedal Two Pedal

Overall Ratio 14.94:1 15.04:1 15.04:1

Weight, lbs (kg) 597 (275) 597 (275) 610 (281)

I-Shift Weight Benefits

D13 + I-Shift = 3262 lbs

712 726 lbs.

915 995 lbs.

What Makes I-Shift

Teamwork. Integration. Information.

I-Shift Exclusive Features

Six (6) Software

Volvo I-Shift Controls

Volvo I-Shift Controls

Fuel Economy Mode

Performance/P+ Additional Features

Ability to Rock Free

Premium Shifter Additional Features

Premium Shifter Additional Features

Engine Cruise Control, Engine

I-Shift can accommodate upgrades to any

I-Shift can be re-rated to any software package.

I-Shift Clutch Package

17 Organic Faced Spring Dampened Clutch

Firm Detent Near Bottom

Idle Driving Mode

Facilitates driving slowly

Grade Sensor Allows I-Shift

Hill Start Assist OPTIONAL

Gear type oil pump

Pumps lubricant through

Lube Oil Filter will remove

500,000 mile oil change

**Enhanced PTO Features or Multiple PTOs Needs a BBM

I-Shift PTO Functions

Basic always included with I-Shift

Enhanced optional, includes Basic functionality

I-Shift Application Guidelines

MAKE TOUGH STARTS IN P

What Does Volvo I-Shift NOT Do?

I-Shift doesnt beep at you to tell you it wont shift.

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