Telematics (G2297339): Overview

Telematics is a system of devices and features which communicate with other devices or with human users. There are several communications networks including vehicle networks and Global System for Mobile communications (GSM) cellular networks.

The system is controlled by a Telematics Control Module (TCU). The TCU is integrated into the vehicle High Speed (HS) Controller Area Network (CAN) power mode zero system bus. The TCU communicates with the vehicle infotainment system through the Body Control Module/Gateway Module (BCM/GWM).

Telematics is a combination of built-in mobile connectivity, global satellite location information and vehicle status and control. The system provides:

Emergency Call Support (eCall)
Breakdown Call (bCall)
Stolen vehicle tracking/recovery
Mobile phone applications.

NOTE: 'Secure Tracker' is known as 'Stolen Vehicle Locator' in North American Specification (NAS) markets and it is part of the remote feature with limited functionality.

The telematics system also features an in-vehicle WiFi hotspot using access to a 4G cellular network. The system enables the customer to access an internet connected WiFi service through the TCU and the user's micro Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) card. The micro SIM card is located in the micro SIM card reader in the front portable media interface panel in the floor console.

The WiFi hotspot provides the following features:

In-vehicle internet connection for WiFi enabled devices.
A Local Area Network (LAN) for more than 1 device, for example, for gaming.
The internet connection is provided by the TCU, using a customer provided micro SIM card located in the front portable media interface panel.

The telematics system supports an enhanced route planner system, with regular journeys and door to door routing. Voice commands and gestures to control system functions are also supported.

For additional information, Refer to: VOICE CONTROL .