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Brake Assist System (BAS)
WARNING!
This system complements the ABS by optimizing the
vehicle braking capability during emergency brake ma-
neuvers.Thissystemdetectsanemergencybrakingsitu-
ationbysensingtherateandamountofbrakeapplication
and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This
canhelpreducebrakingdistances.
TheABScannotpreventthenaturallawsofphysics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the
tractionaffordedbyprevailingroadconditions.The
ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those re-
sulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on
veryslipperysurfaces,orhydroplaning.Onlyasafe,
attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.
The capabilities of an ABS-equipped vehicle must
neverbeexploitedinarecklessordangerousmanner
thatcouldjeopardizetheuser’ssafetyorthesafetyof
others.
ApplyingthebrakesveryquicklyresultsinthebestBAS
assistance. To receive the benefits of this system, you 5
mustapplycontinuousbrakepedalpressureduringthe
stopping sequence. Do not reduce brake pedal pressure
unlessbrakingisnolongerdesired.Oncethebrakepedal
isreleased,theBASisdeactivated.
Traction Control System (TCS)
Thissystemmonitorstheamountofwheelspinofeach
drivenwheel.Ifwheelspinisdetected,brakepressureis
applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is
reducedtoprovideenhancedaccelerationandstability.
| Categories | Chrysler 300 Manuals, Chrysler Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2009 |
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