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Assist systems
General information
Introduction
WARNING
The following general instructions regarding the use of assistance systems
must be observed.
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The assistance systems serve merely to support the driver and do not re-
lieve the driver of responsibility for the operation of the vehicle.
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The increased safety as well as the increased occupant protection offered
by the assistance systems must not tempt you to take safety risks - there
is a risk of an accident!
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Adjust the speed and driving style to the current visibility, weather, road
and traffic conditions.
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The assistance systems have physical and system-related limitations. For
this reason, the driver may experience some undesired or delayed system
responses in certain situations. You should therefore always be alert and
ready to intervene!
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Only activate, deactivate and set the assistance systems to keep you fully
in control of the vehicle in every traffic situation - otherwise there is a risk
of an accident!
Braking and stabilisation systems
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Stability Control (ESC) 85
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) 85
Traction control (TCS) 85
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) 86
Brake Assist (HBA) 86
Hill Start Assist (HHC) 86
This chapter describes the functions of the brake and stabilization systems.
The error display is in Chapter » page 34, Warning lights.
The brake and stabilisation systems are automatically activated each time the
ignition is switched on, unless otherwise indicated.
WARNING
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be
observed » page 85, in section Introduction.
Stability Control (ESC)
Read and observe on page 85 first.
The ESC improves vehicle stability in dynamic driving situations, such as when
the vehicle starts to skid.
The ESC monitors whether the desired direction of the current vehicle motion
is occurring. In case of any deviation (e.g. oversteer), the ESC automatically
brakes individual wheels to maintain the desired direction.
During an intervention of the system, the warning light
flashes in the instru-
ment cluster.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Read and observe
on page 85 first.
ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Thus helping the driver to
maintain control of the vehicle.
The intervention of the ABS is noticeable from the pulsating movements of
the brake pedal which is accompanied by noises.
When the ABS system is active, do not brake periodically or reduce the pres-
sure on the brake pedal.
Traction control (TCS)
Read and observe on page 85 first.
TCS prevents the spinning of the wheels on the drive axle. TCS reduces the
drive power transmitted to the wheels that are spinning Thus, for example,
driving on road surfaces with low grip is made easier.
If there is a TCS intervention, the warning light
flashes in the instrument
cluster.
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Assist systems
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