System Operation Spec - Front Sensor

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When the system has the power (after IGN ON and D gear), MICOM checks every sensor channel. In case no error is found, it sounds every 500ms afterward. However, when error is found even in one sensor, it sounds buzzer corresponding to faulty sensor instead of the initial starting alarm. When PAS ON switch is OFF, system doesn't work. Function for normal mode entrance is as follows.

Fig 1: Front Sensor Specifications Timing Pattern

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* In the initial mode, IPM (BCM) judges only sensor failure.

When the gear is on D, system function is as follows.

Fig 2: Front Sensor Specifications Timing Pattern (Gear On D)

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When gear is released from D, system function is as follows.

Fig 3: Front Sensor Specifications Timing Pattern (Gear Released From D)

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