Description And Operation: Overview

Adaptive damping is an electronically controlled suspension system which continuously adjusts the damping characteristics of the suspension dampers in reaction to the prevailing driving conditions.

The system is controlled by a Chassis Control Module (CHCM). The module receives signals from three accelerometers, four suspension height sensors and other vehicle systems to calculate vehicle state, body and wheel motions and observe driver inputs. These signals are used by the control module to control the damping characteristics of each damper to the appropriate level, resulting in improved body control and vehicle ride.