Fail-safe function
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If the AWD-ECU receives an abnormal signal from sensors, switches, or solenoids, it will enter a fail-safe mode to ensure the safety of the driver and prevent damage to the system.
FAIL-SAFE REFERENCE DESCRIPTION
| DTC No. | Control content |
|---|---|
| C1613, C1614 | The multi-information display should inform the driver of a system malfunction, but the vehicle handling will not be affected. The electronic controlled AWD will continue to work. |
| C1219, C121A, C123C, C1242, C1630, C1632, C1633, C2205, U0100, U0101, U0126, U0401, U0428, U1425, U1426, U1428 | The multi-information display should inform the driver of a system malfunction, and the system control will be disabled partially. |
| C1621 | "4WD SYSTEM OVERHEATING" will be displayed on the multi-information display, and the system will protect the drive train components. |
| C100A, C1011, C1014, C1015, C101C, C101F, C1020, C1027, C102A, C102B, C1032, C1035, C1078, C1610, C1616, C1624, C1626, C1628, C1629, C1631, C1707, C2100, C2101, U0141, U0431, U1073, U1195, U1427 | The multi-information display should inform the driver of a system malfunction, and the system will be disabled. |
NOTE:
When the ignition switch is turned from OFF to ON, all of the fail-safe controls will be resumed.