BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM


  1. SYSTEM CONTROL


    1. The emergency brake signal automatically flashes the hazard warning lights in the case of emergency braking in order to reduce the risk of being rear ended by a following vehicle.

    2. The skid control ECU detects the vehicle condition and braking operation using the speed sensors and stop light switch assembly.

    3. If emergency braking is detected based on these various signals, the skid control ECU sends a signal to the combination meter assembly to flash the hazard warning lights.

  2. OPERATING CONDITION


    1. Emergency Brake Signal


      1. Emergency brake signal operating conditions are as shown in the following table.

        Activating Conditions

        When all of the following conditions are met, the emergency brake signal starts operating:


        • Vehicle speed is over 55 km/h (35 mph).

        • Driver is depressing the brake pedal.

        • Emergency braking is detected from the vehicle deceleration.
        Deactivating Conditions

        When any of the following conditions is met, emergency stop light control stops operating:


        • Driver has released the brake pedal.

        • Emergency braking is no longer detected from the vehicle deceleration.

        • Driver has pressed the hazard warning switch.