Brake Assist System (BAS)
Warning!
The Brake Assist System is designed to
maximize the vehicle's braking
capability during emergency braking
maneuvers by having maximum power
boost applied to the brakes more
quickly in emergency braking
conditions than might otherwise be
afforded solely by the driver's braking
style. This can help reduce braking
distances over what ordinary driving
and braking style might do. The BAS
complements the Antilock Brake
System (ABS).
If the BAS/ASR or BAS/ESP
malfunction indicator lamp comes on
while the engine is running, a
malfunction has been detected in either
system. As a result, it is possible that
now only partial engine output will be
available, and pressing the accelerator
pedal will require more effort. If the
BAS malfunctions, the brake system
functions in the usual manner, but
without BAS.
BAS cannot prevent the natural laws
of physics from acting on the vehicle,
nor can it increase braking efficiency
beyond that afforded by the condition
of the vehicle brakes and tires or the
traction afforded. The BAS 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
a BAS 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 BAS is switched off.
When the voltage is above this value
again, the malfunction indicator lamp
should go out and the BAS is
To receive the benefit of the system you
must apply continuous full braking
power during the stopping sequence. Do
not reduce brake pedal pressure.
operational.
Once the brake pedal is released, the
BAS is deactivated
With the ABS malfunctioning, the
BAS, ASR or ESP are also switched
off. Both malfunction indicator lamps
come on with the engine running.
The indicator lamps for the ASR and
ESP are combined with the BAS
indicator lamp.
Have the BAS, ASR or ESP checked at
your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer
as soon as possbile.
The BAS/ASR or BAS/ESP
malfunction indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster come on with the key
in steering lock position 2 and should
go out with the engine running.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz Manuals, Mercedes-Benz S-Class Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz S600, Mercedes-Benz W140 |
| Model Year | 1999 |
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