Vehicle Crash Data Retrieval

Crash Data Group is the exclusive distributor for the Bosch Crash Data Retrieval product line. Bosch Diagnostics, the leader in Event Data Recorder (EDR) information retrieval technology, is the only manufacturer to offer the commercially available Crash Data Retrieval System (CDR System). The CDR System is a tool that provides access to vehicle crash and pre-crash data that may be stored in late model passenger cars, light trucks and/or SUVs.

The crash data in supported vehicles is recorded to the event data recorder, located in the airbag control module (ACM) and/or powertrain control module (PCM). The CDR System allows users to "image" the crash information from the ACM and/or PCM and display the information in data tables giving crucial information in the analysis of the vehicle crash.

The Bosch Crash Data Retrieval System is the essential tool for

• Obtaining pre-crash and crash data from vehicles
• Obtaining crash severity data (deltaV)
• Giving a more accurate and detailed assessment of speed analysis/crash severity
• Providing more accurate data in your collision reconstruction
• Making determinations if certain crash scenarios are possible
• Being prepared to explain the crash data if the "other side" also has the crash data
• Make rapid decisions on potentially fraudulent claims
• Quickly make accurate, defensible determinations where liability is questioned

>> Learn more about the crash data collected

Bosch Diagnostics will be increasing the MSRP on all CDR hardware by 5% effective August 1, 2010. This includes CDR System Kits, cables and adapters.

If you would like to purchase a CDR System or updates before the price increase, give us a call.

(800) 280-7940

*CDR Software will NOT incur a price increase.

CDR System "Premium" Hardware Kit
Part Number F00K-108-532

MSRP: $3999.00 United States
MSRP: $4198.95 Canada

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The CDR System "Premium" Hardware Kit includes most cables and hardware needed to retrieve crash data from the airbag control module (ACM) in Chrysler, Ford and GM vehicles supported by the most recent version of CDR software.

CDR System "Starter" Hardware Kit
Part Number F00K-108-388

MSRP: $1399.00 United States
MSRP: $1468.95 Canada

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The CDR System "Starter" Hardware Kit includes all cables and hardware needed to retrieve crash data from vehicles through the vehicle's DLC connector[1]. It does NOT include CDR direct-to-module connection cables and adapters required for connecting directly to an ACM or PCM.

The CDR System Starter Kit was developed specifically as a low-cost entry to allow for the growing need for police departments, private-practice reconstructionists and insurance agencies to collect the crash data when inspecting vehicles. The CDR System "Starter" Hardware Kit is also a low-cost way to have multiple CDR kits available for investigators. This option allows you to purchase individual ACM cables and adapters when needed.

CDR Software Subscriptions

CDR software is sold separately from the CDR System Hardware Kit. Software subscriptions are available as a 1-year or 3-year subscriptions.

For more information, request a quote or place an order, click here.

Each new release of the CDR System software includes new capabilities and functions which enable you to access crash data from the latest passenger cars, light trucks and SUVs. As the capabilities in supported vehicles evolve software changes may be required for your CDR System in order to enable communication with and translate crash data from these vehicles. Bosch will send out new releases of software as these changes occur to current CDR software subscribers. If your subscription is nearing its expiration date, do not hesitate to contact Crash Data Group to renew it so that you can take advantage of the latest additions and changes in the CDR Software when it becomes available.

Ford PCM Interface Kit
Part Number F00K-108-277

MSRP: $556.00 United States
MSRP: $583.80 Canada

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The FORD PCM Interface Kit provides you with a PCM Interface Adapter and 3 cables needed to download EDR data from select Ford PCMs with Electronic Throttle Control (ETC). Version 3.0 and later CDR software (not included) support this capability.

>> View some of the data collected through the Ford PCM.

CDR Replacement Cables, Adapters and Power Supply Units

Crash Data Group stocks every CDR cable, adapter and power supply units available for use with the Bosch CDR System. Simply visit the following sections for a complete listing of each component complete with a picture and information.

• CDR Cable Directory
• CDR Adapter Directory
• CDR Power Supply Directory

CDR System Carrying Case
Part Number F00K-108-402

MSRP: $139.00 United States
MSRP: $145.95 Canada

For more information, request a quote or place an order, click here.

Constructed of 600 denier polyester/420 denier nylon, this versatile CDR bag is equipped with internal file separators, a palm calculator pocket, an audio pocket with headphone exit port, a cell phone pocket, an adjustable padded shoulder strap, a padded drop in laptop sleeve, an airline ticket sleeve and an organizer panel for CDR cables. Fits most 15" laptops. Black with embroidered Bosch Diagnostics logo.

Bosch Preferred CDR Certification Training
Collision Safety Institute : (858) 484-9795
The courses listed below are the ONLY Bosch preferred CDR Operators Technician and Analyst courses.

CDR Technician Course: $175.00 US
This course offers the collision investigator insight into the fundamental operational function of the Bosch Crash Data Retrieval (CDR) System. This course offers the collision investigator insight into the fundamental operational function of the Bosch Crash Data Retrieval (CDR) System.

CDR Data Analyst Course: $450.00 US
This course offers the collision reconstructionist who has completed the CDR Technician Course further insight into the function of the automobile Event Data Recorder (EDR) component, its history and evolution as well as interpretation skills enabling the application of a Bosch CDR System report to a situationally complete crash reconstruction.

For more information or to check the current class schedule, click here.

Crash Data Retrieval User Groups and Forums

Many times while working on cases, you run into a snag or need a little helpful insight to a question. There are a number of helpful User Groups, Discussion Forums and other resources available on the Internet that do just this.

• CDR Tool User Group
• ARC Network Discussion Forum

Crash Data Retrieval Help Database

At first CDR can be a little confusing, this section helps sort it all out and guides you to the answers you are looking for. - click here

Vehicle Crash Data
>> View the version 3.5 vehicle coverage list

The Bosch Crash Data Retrieval System is capable of recovering crash and/or pre-crash data from supported GM, Chrysler and Ford vehicles. There are many valuable parameters that are recorded by the Event Data Recorder (EDR)" in the "Airbag Control Module (ACM)". The amount of data is dependent on the Manufacture and year/make/model of vehicle in question. Some of the crash parameters that may be recorded include:

• "x" seconds of pre-crash data
• Speed of vehicle (MPH)
• Crash severity (delta-V)
• Safety belt status (buckled/unbuckled)
• Engine throttle %
• Accelerator pedal %
• Brake switch status
• Brake lamps status
• Cruise control status
• Yaw rate (deg/sec) (if equipped)
• Traction control button (if equipped)
• Shift gear position (if equipped)
• Seat track position (if equipped)
• Airbag Warning Lamp "On" Time Before Event (min)
• Tire pressure
• and many other valuable parameters

Photo representing the set-up of a "bench-top" ACM download.

Vehicle Roll Over Data

The ROS can be accessed through the vehicle’s DLC connector using the CDR OBDII interface cable or by directly connecting to the sensor using F-00K-108-455 cable. Below are some of the crash parameters that may be collected by the EDR from the Roll Over Sensor (ROS) module:

• Up to 750 ms of ROS Recorded Vehicle Lateral Acceleration prior to recording event threshold
• Up to 750 ms of ROS Recorded Vehicle Vertical Acceleration prior to recording event threshold
• Up to 750 of ROS Recorded Vehicle Roll Rate prior to recording event threshold
• Time from Rollover Enable to Deploy
• Rollover Occupant Containment Enable Status
• Rollover Occupant Containment Enable Override Status
• Energy Source Rollover System Used<
• Number of Non-Rollover Events During this Ignition Cycle
• Deployment Mode
• Diagnostic trouble codes at event

Ford Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Data

The Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) are capable of capturing up to 25 seconds of data from 16 PCM inputs/outputs every 0.2 seconds. When the PCM receives a Restraint Deployment Signal (RDS) from the Restraint Control Module (RCM) indicating a seat belt or airbag deployment event occurred, the PCM will lock 20 seconds of "pre-crash" and record 5 seconds of "post crash" data in the PCM’s memory. If an RDS is not received, the PCM will record these 16 inputs/outputs until the vehicle’s ignition is switched off or power is removed from the PCM.

CDR reports include the following information received from the PCM:

• Buffer Address: The hex address of the PCM's circular buffer.
• Relative Time (calc.): Calculated Relative Time in seconds calculated by the CDR system. This calculation is based on the PCM writing values for each parameter into memory every 0.2 seconds (200 ms). Is only displayed if an RDS was received.
• Restraint Deployment Signal: Signal status from the Restraint Control Module (RCM) which indicates the RCM commanded the airbags/restraint devices to be deployed.
• Speed, Vehicle Indicated: Vehicle speed in MPH which is proportional to wheel speed. If wheels are locked this value will indicate 0 mph.
• Accelerator Pedal % Full: Accelerator pedal rotation in percent.
• Engine Throttle % Full: Throttle valve (on engine) percent open.
• Brake Switch: Brake light switch status. On means the switch turns on the brake lights and Off means the switch turns brake lights off.
• Brake SC De-ac: Brake pedal speed control deactivation switch. On means the switch provides deactivation of Speed Control and Off means the pedal position is not deactivating the Speed Control.
• ABS: Antilock Brake system status. Active means the ABS system is enabled and Inactive means the system is off or disabled.
• Transmission – Neutral: Neutral transmission gear status. A Neutral value means the transmission indicator was in the Neutral position and a 'Not Neutral' value means the indicator switch was in any position other than Neutral.
• Transmission – Reverse: Transmission in reverse gear indicator. A 'Reverse' value means the transmission indicator was in the Reverse gear position and a 'Not Reverse' value means the indicator switch was in any position other than Reverse.
• Speed Control: Indicates if Speed control was on or off.
• Engine RPM: Engine Revolutions Per Minute.
• Wheel Torque Commanded (calculated): Commanded torque at wheels (calculated)
• Wheel Torque Actual (calculated): Actual torque at wheels (calculated)
• Traction Control: Indicates of the traction control system is active, meaning enabled or not active meaning the system is off or disabled.
• Stability Control: Integrated Vehicle Dynamics Active means the system is on or enabled and Inactive means the system is off or disabled.
• Key on Timer – 63.75 Max (sec): Key on Timer parameter counts up from 0 on key on and stops at 63.75 seconds until the ignition switch is cycled off and then on again.
• Vehicle Identification Number: This number is retrieved from the PCM
• PCM File Name (calibration level): This file name is recorded in the PCM
• PCM Part Number: Retrieved from the PCM

Example of a Ford PCM Connected to the CDR Interface Module

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