Message to other control units

The Crash Safety Module (ACSM) transmits a message to other bus users when the restraint systems are triggered. Depending upon accident severity the responsible control units can carry out functions such as the following:

• Switch off electric fuel pump

  (Via engine control unit)

• Switch off alternator

  (Via engine control unit)

• Open central locking system

  (Via junction box electronics or front electronic module or Body Domain Controller)

• Switching on interior lights

  (Via footwell module or front electronic module or Body Domain Controller)

• Switching on the hazard warning flasher

  (Via footwell module or front electronic module or Body Domain Controller)