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Network Message Chart

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Module Network Input Messages - ACM 

Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
Audio mute IPC Data used to command audio mute during possible collision event so that the warning chime can be heard.

Module Network Input Messages - C-CM 

Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
HUD data HUD module Used for HUD module active, available and fault status.

Module Network Input Messages - HUD 

Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
Forward collision warning HUD flash command C-CM Flashes the HUD module LED array when commanded.
Ignition status BCM Used for ignition switch position input.

Module Network Input Messages - IPC 

Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
Forward collision warning chime request C-CM Data used to command warning chime during possible collision event. When this message is received, the IPC sends the audio mute message to the ACM.
Forward collision message display C-CM Data used to command warning chime and messages during possible collision event.

Module Network Input Messages - ABS Module 

Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
Level 1 pre-charge C-CM Request for a light braking pre-charge when a collision is possible.
Level 2 pre-charge C-CM Request for a slightly higher braking pre-charge when a collision is possible and the driver lifts his foot off the accelerator pedal.
Full braking C-CM Request for full braking when a collision is possible and the driver presses the brake pedal lightly.