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Understanding the Vehicle
WARNING!
In SPORT and 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 and CORSA mode on surfaces
with medium- and low-grip (e.g., wet,
snow, dirt, etc..) with ESC system active
to avoid loss of control of the vehicle.
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.
WARNING!
•
The ABS contains sophisticated
electronic equipment that may be
susceptible to interference caused by
improperly-installed or high-output
radio transmitting equipment. This
interference can cause possible
loss of anti-lock braking capability.
Installation of such equipment should
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