System Outline: Notes
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The Fit is equipped with electrical power steering (EPS). The driver's steering force is assisted by an electric motor at the steering gear box, which uses an engine-driven oil pump to generate oil pressure, the EPS system improves engine efficiency.
The EPS control unit monitors and controls the EPS motor's assisting force to match driving conditions.
- Low vehicle speeds: High power assist (for easy handling)
- High speed driving: Low power assist (for stable driving)
- Low speed to high speed driving: Change smoothly from high assist to low assist