Function Sequence For Additional Functions In The Event Of A Crash

The additional functions in the event of a crash include the following sub functions.

• Function sequence for activating the hazard warning flasher function

  The hazard warning flasher function is activated automatically for warming warn other road users in the event of an accident.

• Function sequence for switching on interior illumination

  For helping the vehicle occupants or persons giving assistance to find their way around the vehicle interior in the event of an accident, the interior illumination automatically activates.

• Function sequence for opening the central locking system

  For helping gain access to vehicle occupants who may be injured in the event of an accident, the central locking unlocks automatically.

• Function sequence for opening the side windows

  Smoke particles are produced in the vehicle interior when the pyrotechnical restraint equipment is triggered. The front side windows open automatically by approximately. s = 50 mm allowing these smoke particles to quickly disperse.

• Function sequence for switching off engine

  For preventing the potential risk of fire after an accident, the engine turns off automatically. In addition, after the air bag has deployed, ECM prohibits the start-up of the engine. To start the engine, refer to Description .