VSA System Description

Overview 

The VSA system stabilizes the vehicle behavior by controlling the braking force and engine torque.

The VSA system consists of the following primary components:

• VSA modulator-control unit
• Wheel speed sensors
• Magnetic encoders
• VSA OFF switch
• System indicator

For locations of each component on vehicle, refer to Component Location Index , and for functions of indicator, refer to How to Troubleshoot the VSA system .

Control Unit Operation 

The VSA system performs the following controls.

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