Driving
Electronic torque management (XDS)
The multi-collision brake works for front, side
or rear accidents, when the airbag control
unit records its activation level and the acci-
dent takes place at a speed of over 10 km/h
(6 mph). The ESC automatically brakes the
vehicle, as long as the accident has not dam-
aged the ESC, the brake hydraulics or the on-
board network
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Please remember that the accident risk
always increases if you drive fast, espe-
cially in corners or on a slippery road, or if
you follow too close behind the vehicle in
front of you. The ESC, ABS, brake assist,
EDL, electronic self-locking and selective
torque control systems cannot prevent ac-
cidents: risk of accidents!
When taking a curve, the driveshaft differen-
tial mechanism allows the outer wheel to turn
at a higher speed than the inner wheel. In this
way, the wheel that is turning faster (outer
wheel) receives less drive torque than the in-
ner wheel. This may mean that in certain sit-
uations the torque delivered to the inner
wheel is too high, causing the wheels to spin.
On the other hand, the outer wheel is receiv-
ing a lower drive torque than it could transmit.
This causes an overall loss of lateral grip on
the front axle, resulting in understeer or
“lengthening” of the trajectory.
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Accelerate with caution on slippery sur-
The following actions control automatic brak-
ing during the accident:
faces (for example, icy or snow-covered).
Despite the control systems, the driven
wheels could spin, affecting the stability of
the vehicle: risk of accident!
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When the driver presses the accelerator,
the automatic braking does not take place.
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When the braking pressure through press-
Note
ing the brake pedal is greater than the sys-
tem’s braking pressure the vehicle will brake
automatically.
The XDS system can detect and correct this
effect via the sensors and signals of the ESC.
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The ABS and ASR will only operate cor-
rectly if the four wheels have identical
tyres. Any differences in the rolling radius
of the tyres can cause the system to re-
duce engine power when this is not desired.
Via the ESC, the XDS will brake the inside
wheel and counter the excess driving torque
of that wheel. This means that the driver's de-
sired trajectory is much more precise.
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Multi-collision braking will not be available
if ESC is malfunctioning.
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The regulating processes of the systems
WARNING
can make noises when they intervene.
The XDS system works in combination with
the ESC and is always active, even when ASR
traction control is disconnected, or the ESC in
Sport mode or disconnected.
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The ESC, ABS, ASR, EDL, electronic self-
locking differential or selective torque con-
trol systems cannot exceed the limits im-
posed by the laws of physics. Always bear
this in mind, especially on wet or slippery
roads. If you notice the systems cutting in,
you should reduce your speed immediately
to suit the road and traffic conditions. Do
not be encouraged to take risks by the
presence of more safety systems. If you do,
an accident may occur.
Multi-collision Brake
In an accident, the multi-collision brake can
help the driver by braking to avoid the risk of
skidding during the accident, which could
lead to further collisions.
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