Can the Audi Pedestrian Protection System Be Restored After Activation?
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Audi's pedestrian protection system cannot be restored after activation. Relevant information about the pedestrian protection system is as follows: 1. Collision Buffer Protection System: The Accord is equipped with an active hinge at the end of the hood. When a collision with a pedestrian occurs, the hinge causes the hood to sink, thereby achieving a buffering effect to reduce injury. Additionally, the front fenders and bumper are designed with extra space to allow for collision impact, also serving as a buffer. It can be said that among all vehicle types, mid-size cars are relatively easier to implement pedestrian protection. This is because their body dimensions (including the front section) can basically ensure that the head contact point during a pedestrian collision is near the center of the windshield. By modifying the energy-absorbing design of this area, the head injury index can be reduced. Therefore, many mid-size cars take full advantage of this feature in their safety designs. 2. Active Hood System: Using hood pop-up technology, the engine is instantly raised during a collision, ensuring that the human body does not hit the hard car shell but instead contacts a soft and smooth surface. Upon detecting a pedestrian collision, the vehicle automatically activates the hood pop-up control module, and the built-in ejection device instantly raises the hood, effectively placing an air cushion beneath the falling pedestrian.
I've been repairing Audis for nearly a decade, and I can assure you the pedestrian protection system can definitely be restored after activation, though it requires considerable effort. When that thing triggers, the hood instantly pops up, and all the pyrotechnic lifting devices need complete replacement—it's not as simple as pressing a reset button. You also have to reprogram the system via computer to ensure proper sensor recalibration. Just last week, I handled a case where a client's system activated after hitting a dog on the highway, costing over 10,000 RMB to fix. Older models are even trickier, with replacement parts being hard to source. Post-repair, we conduct multiple test cycles before delivery—safety systems demand zero compromises. Folks, drive carefully; a single repair bill for this system could cover half a year's fuel expenses.
I just got the false triggering of the pedestrian protection system on my A6 sorted out last month, and the recovery process was way more troublesome than I expected. First, the car had to be towed to the dealership. The mechanic said they needed to check if the sensors and wiring harness were damaged, then replace both front hood actuators, each costing nearly two thousand. During programming, they also had to reconnect the Audi-specific diagnostic tool for reconfiguration. The most frustrating part was that after the system was restored, I had to make several trips for pressure testing to ensure the hood would pop up correctly in the event of a collision. The whole process took five days, and the bill was painful to look at. While this system protects pedestrians, its overly sensitive design—popping up even over large potholes—really puts car owners in a tough spot.
