Speed Dependent Damping Control
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Speed Dependent Damping Control (also called SD²C) was an automatic damper
Shock absorber
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 system installed on late-1980s and early-1990s Cadillac
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 automobile
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s. This system firmed up the suspension at 25 mph (40 km/h) and again at 60 mph (97 km/h). The firmest setting was also used when starting from a standstill until 5 mph (8 km/h).

Applications:
  • 1989–1992 Cadillac Allanté
    Cadillac Allanté
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Computer Command Ride

The system was updated as Computer Command Ride in 1991. This new system included acceleration, braking rates, and lateral acceleration to the existing vehicle speed metric.
  • 1991– Cadillac Fleetwood
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  • 1991– Cadillac Eldorado
    Cadillac Eldorado
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  • 1991– Cadillac Seville
    Cadillac Seville
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  • 1991– Cadillac De Ville (optional, standard for 1993)
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