Safety Warning
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System Description: Description
IPDM E/R activates the internal control circuit to perform the relay ON-OFF control according to the input signals from various sensors and the request signals received from control units via CAN communication.
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Control relay |
Input/output |
Transmit unit |
Control part |
Reference |
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Headlamp relay |
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BCM (CAN) |
Headlamp |
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Front fog lamp relay |
Front fog light request signal |
BCM (CAN) |
Front fog lamp |
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Tail lamp relay |
Position light request signal |
BCM (CAN) |
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Illumination |
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BCM (CAN) |
Front wiper motor |
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Front wiper stop position signal |
Front wiper motor |
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Horn relay |
Theft warning horn request signal |
BCM (CAN) |
Horn |
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Vehicle security horn relay |
Vehicle security horn |
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Starter control relay signal |
BCM (CAN) |
Starter motor |
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Starter relay control signal |
TCM |
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A/C relay |
A/C compressor request signal |
ECM (CAN) |
A/C compressor (Magnet clutch) |
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Daytime running light relay |
Daytime running light request signal |
BCM (CAN) |
Daytime running light |
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Ignition relay |
Ignition switch ON signal |
BCM (CAN) |
Each control unit, sensor, actuator and relay (Ignition power supply) |
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Vehicle speed signal (Meter) |
Combination meter (CAN) |
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Push-button ignition switch signal |
Push-button ignition switch |
*: BCM controls the starter relay.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
