XJ-8 Sedan (X308) V8-4.0L (AJ27) (1999)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Description and Operation
Adaptive Damping
Adaptive Damping
NOTE: Items 2 and 5 are ALWAYS located on the passenger side of the vehicle
Location of Components
Adaptive damping enhances vehicle handling by the use of special dampers which are controlled by a dedicated control module.
Adaptive damping may be specified as an option on certain models. Adaptive damping and ride levelling are mutually exclusive options. The adaptive
damping system is completely automatic, requiring no input from the driver.
Adaptive Dampers
The adaptive dampers:
Are installed in place of the normal dampers.
Can be identified by the cable and connector at the top of the unit.
Have two settings; firm and soft.
Require no adjustment and are non-serviceable items.
Accelerometers
The three accelerometers:
Sense vehicle body movement.
Generate an analogue voltage (maximum +5 volts) proportional to body movement.
Provide inputs to the adaptive damping control module.
The two vertical accelerometers are mounted on the bulkhead and in the trunk.
The lateral accelerometer is mounted in the ECM housing.