Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)

Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) System

Outline
The Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system automatically maintains a selected distance from the vehicle ahead according to that vehicle's speed, or at the set speed, if the road ahead is clear.

The ICC function has two cruise control modes and brake assist (with preview function).

VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE CONTROL MODE
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the same speed as other vehicles can be maintained without the constant need to adjust the operating speed as with a normal cruise control system.

The system is intended to enhance the operation of the vehicle when following another vehicle in the same lane and direction.

If the distance sensor detects a slower moving vehicle ahead, the system will reduce speed so that the vehicle ahead can be followed at the selected distance.

The system automatically controls the throttle and applies the brakes (up to 25% of vehicle braking power) if necessary.

The detection range of the sensor is approximately 390 ft (120 m) ahead.

CONVENTIONAL (FIXED SPEED) CRUISE CONTROL MODE
Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode is cruising at preset speeds.

BRAKE ASSIST (WITH PREVIEW FUNCTION)
When the force applied to brake pedal exceeds a certain level, the Brake Assist is activated and generates a greater braking force than that of a conventional brake booster even with light pedal force.

When the Preview Function identifies the need to apply the sudden brake by sensing the vehicle ahead in the same lane and the distance and relative speed from it, it applies the brake pre-pressure before driver depress the brake pedal and improves brake response by reducing its free play.

Refer to Owner's Manual for Intelligent Cruise Control System operating instructions.

System Diagram

Components Description

CAN Communication
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication line for real time application. It is an on-vehicle multiplex communication line with high data communication speed and excellent error detection ability. Many electric control units are equipped onto a vehicle, and each control unit shares information and links with other control units during operation (not independent). In CAN communication, control units are connected with 2 communication lines (CAN H line, CAN L line) allowing a high rate of information transmission with less wiring. Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only.

CAN COMMUNICATION UNIT FOR 2WD MODEL