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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.
TheBAScannotpreventthenaturallawsofphysics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the
tractionaffordedbyprevailingroadconditions.The
BAS 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 a BAS-equipped vehicle must
neverbeexploitedinarecklessordangerousmanner
thatcouldjeopardizetheuser’ssafetyorthesafetyof
others.
ApplyingthebrakesveryquicklyresultsinthebestBAS
assistance. To receive the benefits of this system, you
mustapplycontinuousbrakepedalpressureduringthe
stopping sequence. Do not reduce brake pedal pressure
unlessbrakingisnolongerdesired.Oncethebrakepedal
isreleased,theBASisdeactivated.
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Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Thissystemenhancesdirectionalcontrolandstabilityof
the vehicle under various driving conditions. The ESP
corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle
byapplyingthebrakeoftheappropriatewheel.Engine
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| Model Year | 2010 |
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