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ESP_a283 — Secondary Collision Mitigation Active

Full alert identifier: ESP_a283_secondaryCollisionMitigationActive

Alert description

The Restraints Control Module (RCM) reports an accident and commands the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) electronic control unit (ECU) to actuate the brakes to prevent a secondary collision.

Potential impact

The ESP ECU may engage the brakes.

Set condition

The RCM reports an accident to the ESP ECU.

Clear condition

The vehicle comes to a complete stop or the driver overrides the ESP by using the accelerator pedal.

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