Theory Of Operation

The Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Sensor  is hard wired to the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Module. The ABS Module broadcasts the BPP Sensor signal information, as well as the Master Cylinder Pressure Sensor signal information over the CAN Bus. The Master Cylinder Pressure Sensor is internal to the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU).

The Master Cylinder Pressure (MCP) Sensor  signal is utilized to support Brake Pedal Position Rationality and Brake Pedal Sensor Diagnostic. Autonomous braking systems such as Active Cruise Control (ACC) have the potential to defeat the Brake Pedal Position Rationality diagnostic as the vehicle can be brought to a complete stop without depressing the Brake Pedal, thus false failing the rationality. The Brake Pedal Position Rationality needs the MCP Sensor Signal to determine if any autonomous braking system is active. The MCP Sensor only measures the brake system pressure applied by the vehicle operator and is not affected by ABS, parking brake or autonomous braking systems.

The Brake Torque (BT)  signal is a calculated measurement of braking force as determined by the ABS Module. The Brake Torque signal is used as a third correlating signal for BPP Rationality diagnostics and is accurate during both vehicle operator braking, as well as autonomous braking events.