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Shutter Grille System Description

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The shutter grille system controls the heat dissipation by controlling the air flow to the engine room during engine warmed-up.

While vehicle running, improving the aerodynamic performance by controlling the opening and closing the shutter grille.

Improving the fuel efficiency by the improvement of the engine warm-up and the aerodynamic performances.

Operation 

The powertrain control module (PCM) communicates with the shutter grille through the LIN communication line.

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