Driving stability control systems
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Antilock Braking System
Principle
The Antilock Braking System prevents locking
of the wheels while braking.
You remain able to steer your vehicle even dur-
ing full braking, which increases active driving
safety.
The Antilock Braking System activates auto-
matically whenever drive-ready state is turned
on.
Malfunction
The Antilock Braking System warning
light illuminates continuously on the in-
strument cluster if the system is not
operational.
A Check Control message is displayed.
▷
The Antilock Braking System is not availa-
ble.
▷ Steerability is limited during full braking.
Have the vehicle checked immediately by an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Brake assistant
The brake assistant automatically applies
maximum braking assistance when the brake
pedal is depressed quickly. This reduces the
braking distance to a minimum for full braking.
To make full use of braking assistance, do not
reduce the pressure on the brake pedal during
full braking.
Dynamic Stability Control
Principle
Dynamic Stability Control can be activated or
deactivated via My Modes. Dynamic Stability
Control helps keep your vehicle safely on the
road in critical driving situations. The drive
power is reduced depending on the situation,
and wheels can be braked individually.
Dynamic Stability Control will detect the follow-
ing unstable driving conditions, for example:
▷ Skidding at the vehicle rear, which can lead
to oversteering.
▷ Loss of adhesion of the front wheels, which
can lead to understeering.
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react
to all traffic situations. There is a risk of
accident. Adjust driving style to traffic condi-
tions. Watch the surrounding traffic situation
closely, be ready to take over steering and
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