ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM -
ABS/TCS/BAS/ESP — IF EQUIPPED
If your vehicle is equipped with the advanced electronic
brake control system that includes Anti-Lock Brake Sys-
tem (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS) Brake Assist
System (BAS), and Electronic Stability Program (ESP). All
four systems work together to enhance vehicle stability
and control in various driving conditions, and are com-
monly referred to as ESP.
Traction Control System (TCS) — IF Equipped
This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of
the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake
pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine
power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and
stability. A feature of the TCS system functions similar to
a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin
across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is
spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the
brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine
torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.
Brake Assist System (BAS) — IF Equipped
The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking
capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The
system detects an emergency braking situation by sens-
ing the rate and amount of brake application and then
applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help
reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the
anti-lock brake system (ABS). Applying the brakes very
quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the
benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak-
ing pressure during the stopping sequence. Do not
reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer
desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is
deactivated.
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Sunroof............................ 122
Transfer Unit........................ 303
Windows............................ 27
Power Steering Fluid.................... 318
Power Transfer Unit..................... 303
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 39
Preparation for Jacking................... 269
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................ 37
Programmable Electronic Features..... 113,116,155
Programming Transmitters
(Remote Keyless Entry).............. 22,113,116
Radial Ply Tires........................ 236
Radio Broadcast Signals.................. 160
Radio, Navigation...................... 192
Radio Operation...............162,169,180,198
Radio, Satellite......................192,193
Radio (Sound Systems).............162,169,180
Rear Axle (Differential)................... 302
Rear Drive Assembly.................... 302
Rear Fog Lights........................ 152
Rear Liftgate (Sedan)..................... 26Rear Seat, Folding....................... 99
Rear Window Defroster.................. 134
Rear Window Features................... 132
Rear Wiper/Washer..................... 132
Recorder, Event Data..................... 52
Recreational Towing..................... 264
Refrigerant ............................ 291
Reminder, Seat Belt...................... 37
Remote Control
Door Locks.......................... 19
Security Alarm........................ 24
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan).............. 19
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls...... 196
Replacement Bulbs...................... 310
Replacement Keys....................... 12
Replacement Parts...................... 282
Replacement Tires...................... 239
Reporting Safety Defects................. 341
Restraints,Child ...................... 54,59
Restraints,Infant ........................ 54
Retractable Cargo Area Cover.............. 130
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack)................ 134
Rotation,Tires ......................... 247
INDEX 355
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