Vehicle Dynamic Suspension (G1937552): Overview

A continuously variable damping system, known as adaptive damping is available on some vehicle models.

Adaptive damping 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 a Chassis Control Module (CHCM). The CHCM receives signals from three accelerometers, four 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 shock absorber to the appropriate level to provide the optimum body control and vehicle ride.