System Description - Active Ride Control

2015 Nissan-Datsun Rogue SV, AWDSECTION System Description - Active Ride Control

The Active Ride Control function can be turned ON/OFF by turning the VDC OFF switch ON/OFF.

  • Engine control - Enhances ride comfort by adding/subtracting engine torque in an effort to control the front and rear wheel load balance.
    Fig 1: Overview Of Active Ride Control Function Diagram (Pitching Motion)
    G09159167Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  • Engine control - Enhances handling by adding/subtracting engine torque in an effort to control the front and rear wheel load balance.
    Fig 2: Overview Of Active Ride Control Function Diagram (Yaw Motion)
    G09159168Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  • Brake control - Enhances ride comfort by restraining upper body movement with small amount of brake control when driving on bumpy roads.
    Fig 3: Overview Of Active Ride Control Function Diagram (W/O Control)
    G09159169Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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