Functions

Functions

VDC
^ In addition to the TCS/ABS function, the driver steering amount and brake operation amount are detected from steering angle sensor and pressure sensor, and the vehicle's driving status (amount of under steering / over steering) is determined from information from G sensor, wheel sensor, etc., and this information is used to improve vehicle stability by controlling the braking and engine power to all four wheels.
^ SLIP indicator lamp flashes to inform the driver of VDC operation.
^ During VDC operation, body and brake pedal lightly vibrate and mechanical noises may be heard. This is normal.
^ ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp might turn on when vehicle is subject to strong shaking or large vibration, such as when vehicle is on a turn table, a ship or a steep slope such as bank while engine is running. In this case, restart engine on a normal road, and if ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp turn off, there is no malfunction.

TCS
^ The wheel spin of the drive wheels is detected by ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) from the wheel speed signals from four wheels, so if wheel spin occurs, drive wheel right and left brake fluid pressure control and engine fuel cut are performed while throttle value is restricted to reduce the engine torque and decrease the amount of wheel spin. In addition, the degree throttle is opened is controlled to achieve the optimum engine torque.
^ Depending on road circumstances, the driver may have a sluggish feel. This is normal, because the optimum traction has the highest priority under TCS operation.
^ TCS may be activated any time vehicle suddenly accelerates, suddenly down/upshifts, or is driven on a road with a varying surface friction coefficient.
^ During TCS operation, it informs a driver of system operation by flashing SLIP indicator lamp.

ABS
^ The Anti-Lock Braking System is a function that detects wheel revolution while braking, and it improves handling stability during sudden braking by electrically preventing 4 wheel lock. Maneuverability is also improved for avoiding obstacles.
^ If the electrical system malfunctions, then the fail-safe function starts, the ABS becomes inoperative, and ABS warning lamp turns on.
^ Electrical system diagnosis by CONSULT-III is available.
^ During ABS operation, brake pedal lightly vibrates and a mechanical noise may be heard. This is normal.
^ When starting engine, or just after starting vehicle, brake pedal may vibrate or motor operating noises may be heard from engine compartment. This is a normal status of operation check.
^ Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without ABS when vehicle drives on rough, gravel, or snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.

EBD
^ The Electronic Brake Distribution is a function that detects subtle slippages between front and rear wheels during braking, and it improves handling stability by electronically controlling the brake fluid pressure which results in reduced rear wheel slippage.
^ In case of electrical system malfunction, the fail-safe function is activated, EBD and ABS becomes inoperative, and ABS warning lamp and brake warning lamp are turned on.
^ Electrical system diagnosis by CONSULT-III is available.
^ During EBD operation, brake pedal lightly vibrates and a mechanical noise may be heard. This is normal.
^ When starting engine, or just after starting vehicle, brake pedal may vibrate or motor operating noises may be heard from engine compartment. This is a normal status of operation check.
^ Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without EBD when vehicle drives on rough, gravel, or snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.