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Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

equipment. This interference can cause possible loss

of anti-lock braking capability. Installation of such

equipment should be performed by qualified profes-

sionals.

• Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their

effectiveness and may lead to a collision. Pumping

makes the stopping distance longer. Just press firmly

on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or

stop.

• The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics

from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase brak-

ing or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the

condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the

traction afforded.

• The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including those

resulting from excessive speed in turns, following

another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning.

• The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must

never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner

that could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of

others.

The Four-Wheel ABS is designed to aid the driver in

maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking condi-

tions. The system operates with a separate computer to

modulate hydraulic pressure, to prevent wheel lock-up

and to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces.

The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to

provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor

makes a low humming noise during operation, which is

normal.

The ABS includes an amber ABS Warning Light. When the

light is illuminated, the ABS is not functioning. The system

reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes. Turning the igni-

tion OFF and ON again may reset the ABS if the fault

detected was only momentary.

WARNING!

•

The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equipment

that may be susceptible to interference caused by

improperly installed or high output radio transmitting

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When you are in a severe braking condition involving the

use of the ABS, you will experience some pedal drop as the

vehicle comes to a stop. This is the result of the system

reverting to the base brake system.

results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the benefit of

the system, you must apply continuous braking pressure

during the stopping sequence, (do not “pump” the brakes).

Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no

longer desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is

deactivated.

Engagement of the ABS may be accompanied by a pulsing

sensation. You may also hear a clicking noise. These

occurrences are normal and indicate that the system is

functioning properly.

WARNING!

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The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the

natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor

can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road

conditions. BAS cannot prevent collisions, including

those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving

on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. The capa-

bilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must never be

exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner, which

could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of

others.

Electronic Brake Control System

Your vehicle is equipped with a advanced electronic brake

control system that includes the Brake Assist System (BAS),

Traction Control System (TCS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), and

Electronic Stability Control (ESC). All systems work to-

gether to enhance vehicle stability and control in various

driving conditions and are commonly referred to as ESC.

Brake Assist System (BAS)

The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking

capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The sys-

tem detects an emergency braking situation by sensing the

rate and amount of brake application and then applies

optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce

braking distances. The BAS complements the anti-lock

brake system (ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly

Traction Control System (TCS)

This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of

the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure

is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is

reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability.

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A feature of the TCS system, Brake Limited Differential

(BLD), functions similar to a limited slip differential and

controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel

on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the

system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. This

will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel

that is not spinning. This feature remains active even if TCS

and ESC are in the Partial Off mode. Refer to “Electronic

Stability Control (ESC)” in this section for further informa-

tion.

HSA Activation Criteria

The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to

activate:

• Vehicle must be stopped.

• Vehicle must be on a 2.5% (manual transmission) or

7% grade or greater (automatic transmission) hill.

• Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e.,

vehicle in NEUTRAL (manual transmission), vehicle

facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle backing uphill is

in REVERSE gear).

Hill Start Assist (HSA)

The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when

starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. HSA will maintain

the level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short

period of time after the driver takes his foot off the brake

pedal. If the driver does not apply the throttle during this

short period of time, the system will release brake pressure

and the vehicle will roll down the hill. The system will

release brake pressure in proportion to the amount of

throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in the

intended direction of travel.

WARNING!

There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded

vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system will

not activate and slight rolling may occur. This could

cause a collision with another vehicle or object. Always

remember the driver is responsible for braking the

vehicle.

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Disabling/Enabling HSA

• Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than

appropriate for the steering wheel position.

If you wish to turn the HSA system on or off, it can be done

using the Customer Programmable Features in the

Uconnect Settings. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-

media” for further information.

• Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than

appropriate for the steering wheel position.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system enhances

directional control and stability of the vehicle under vari-

ous driving conditions. ESC corrects for oversteering or

understeering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the

appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer-

ing or understeering condition. Engine power may also be

reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path. ESC

uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle path

intended by the driver and compares it to the actual path of

the vehicle. When the actual path does not match the

intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appropriate

wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer

condition.

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ESC Off Switch (Automatic Transmission)

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