Antilock Brake System (ABS)
ABS Control
Warning!
The ABS improves steering control of
the vehicle during braking maneuvers.
Do not pump the brake pedal, rather
use firm, steady brake pedal pressure.
Pumping the brake pedal defeats the
purpose for ABS and significantly
reduces braking effectiveness.
The ABS malfunction indicator lamp in
the instrument cluster comes on with
the key in steering lock position 2 and
should go out when the engine is
running.
Even the ABS cannot prevent the
natural laws of physics from acting
on the vehicle. The ABS cannot
prevent accidents, including those
resulting from excessive speed in
turns, following another vehicle too
closely, or aquaplaning. Only a safe,
attentive, and skillful driver can
prevent accidents. The capabilities of
an ABS equipped car must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner which could jeopardize the
user's safety or the safety of others.
If the charging voltage falls below 10
volts, the malfunction indicator lamp
comes on and the ABS is switched off.
When the voltage is above this value
again, the malfunction indicator lamp
should go out and the ABS is
The ABS prevents the wheels from
locking up above a vehicle speed of
approximately 5 mph (8 km/h)
independent of road surface conditions.
operational.
At the instant one of the wheels is
about to lock up, a slight pulsation can
be felt in the brake pedal, indicating
that the ABS is in the regulating mode.
Keep firm and steady pressure on the
brake pedal while experiencing the
pulsation.
If the ABS malfunction indicator lamp
does not go out or comes on while
driving, it indicates that the ABS has
detected a malfunction and has
switched off. In this case, the brake
system functions in the usual manner,
but without antilock assistance.
Note:
To alert following vehicles to slippery
road conditions you discover, operate
your hazard warning flashers as
appropriate.
On slippery road surfaces, the ABS
will respond even with light brake
pedal pressure because of the increased
likelihood of locking wheels. The
pulsating brake pedal can be an
indication of hazardous road conditions
and functions as a reminder to take
extra care while driving.
With the ABS malfunctioning, the
ASR or ESP are also switched off.
Both malfunction indicator lamps come
on with the key in steering lock
position 2.
Have the system checked at your
authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as
soon as possible.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz Manuals, Mercedes-Benz S-Class Manuals |
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| Document Type | Free PDF Owner's Manual Download. |
| Tags | Mercedes-Benz S320, Mercedes-Benz S420, Mercedes-Benz S500, Mercedes-Benz W140 |
| Model Year | 1999 |
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| Wikipedia's Page | Mercedes-Benz S-Class |
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