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Understanding the Vehicle
"Drive Mode" in section "Starting and
Driving".
WARNING!
In SPORT an CORSA mode the ESC
control thresholds are higher for
maximum performance on dry road
surface. To ensure maximum security
of the ESC is recommended not to
activate SPORT mode on surfaces with
medium- and low-grip (e.g., wet,
snow, dirt, etc..) with ESC system
active.
NOTE:
• When in "ESC OFF" drive mode, ABS
and EBD are activated but the TCS
functionality of ESC is deactivated
(except for the limited slip function
described in the TCS paragraph
of this chapter). All other stability
functions of ESC function regularly.
DTC is in SPORT mode and BTCS is in
CORSA mode.
• To improve the vehicle's traction
when starting off in deep snow, sand,
or gravel, it may be desirable to
switch the drive mode selector in ESC
OFF and remain in this operational
mode no longer than needed. Once
the situation requiring "ESC OFF"
mode is overcome, change drive
mode selection. This may also be
performed while in motion.
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
and Electronic Brake-force
Distribution (EBD)
The Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
provides increased vehicle stability
and brake performance under most
braking conditions. The system
automatically "pumps" the brakes
during severe braking to prevent
wheel lock-up.
The Electronic Brake-force Distribution
(EBD) prevents the rear wheels from
over-braking and provides greater
control of available braking forces
applied to the rear axle.
WARNING!
The ABS helps prevent the wheels
from locking, but it does not increase
the physical grip limits between the
tires and the road. Therefore, always
keep a safe distance from the vehicle
in front of yours and reduce your
speed when entering a curve.
NOTE:
• When the vehicle's speed is higher
than 7 MPH (11 km/h), you may also
hear a slight clicking sound as well
as other motor noises. The system
is performing a self-check cycle to
ensure that the ABS is working
properly.
• This self-check occurs each time the
vehicle is started and accelerated past
7 MPH (11 km/h).
ABS is activated during braking under
certain road or stopping conditions.
ABS-inducing conditions can include
ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad
tracks, loose debris.
You may also experience the following
when the brake system goes into Anti-
Lock:
• The ABS motor running (it may
continue to run for a short time after
the vehicle stops).
• The clicking sound of solenoid valves.
• Brake pedal pulsations.
• A slight drop or fall away of the
brake pedal at the end of the stop.
These are all normal characteristics of
ABS functioning.
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