Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) helps to improve vehicle control (stopping and steering) during severe braking conditions by limiting brake lockup. When the system "senses" impending lockup, braking pressure is automatically modulated in order to help prevent lockup that could lead to a skid.
The system performs a brief self-diagnostic test when the engine has been started and driver releases the brake pedal. Another automatic test may be performed when the vehicle first reaches a speed of approximately 6 mph (10 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several times and a sound may be audible from the ABS control module, which is normal.
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Active Bending Lights (ABL)
Headlight pattern with the Active Bending Light function deactivated (left)
and activated (right)
When this function is activated, the headlight
beams adjust laterally to help light up a curve ...
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) – front seats only
The Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) consists
of specially designed hinges and brackets
on the front seat backrests designed to help
absorb some of the energy generated in a collision
from the ...
Heated oxygen sensors
The heated oxygen sensors monitor the oxygen content of the exhaust gases. Readings
are fed into a control module that continuously monitors engine functions and controls
fuel injection. The ratio ...