Introduction of Quick Brake Warning System (ESS)

In case of quick brake by driver, the brake lamp or turn signal is blinked to warn against the vehicle at rear.

Fig 1: Quick Brake Warning System Description Chart

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1. Basic function (Blinking of the brake lamp/emergency lamp)
   • Operating condition: In case of quick brake or operation of ABS above in a certain speed
   • Releasing condition: In case of releasing the quick brake or the ABS operation
2. Additional function (Blinking of the turn signal)
   • Operating condition: In case of quick brake at low speed
   • Releasing condition: Releasing at the start of driving
   Fig 2: Emergency Signal System Communication Diagram

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