Adaptive Damping

Adaptive Damping (AD) is an electronically controlled suspension system that continuously adjusts the damping characteristics of the suspension shock absorbers in reaction to the existing driving conditions.

The system is controlled by the Chassis Control Module (CHCM). The CHCM receives signals from 3 accelerometers, 4 height sensors and other vehicle systems to determine:

• Vehicle state
• Body and wheel motions
• Driver inputs.

These signals are used by the CHCM to continuously control the damping characteristics of each adaptive shock absorber to the appropriate level. This provides the optimum body control and vehicle ride.