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SAFETY
ST
AR
TING UP
AND DRIVING
W
ARNING
LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
SER
VICING
AND CARE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICA
TIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS
IN AN
EMERGENCY
ABS SYSTEM
This system, which is an integral part of the
braking system, prevents one or more
wheels from locking and slipping in all road
surface conditions, irrespective of the in-
tensity of the braking action, ensuring that
the vehicle can be controlled even during
emergency braking.
The system is completed by EBD (Elec-
tronic Brakeforce Distribution), which dis-
tributes the braking action between front
and rear wheels.
IMPORTANT For the maximum efficiency
of the braking system, a bedding-in period
of about 500 km is needed (for a new ve-
hicle or after having replaced the brake
pads/discs): during this period it is better
to avoid sharp, repeated and prolonged
braking.
ABS SYSTEM INTERVENTION
The driver can tell the ABS system has been
activated because the brake pedal pulsates
slightly and the system gets noisier: this
means that the speed should be altered to
suit the type of road surface.
The ABS gets the most out
of the available grip, but it
cannot increase it; you must there-
fore always take care when driving
on slippery roads. Do not take any
unnecessary risks.
WARNING
MECHANICAL BRAKE ASSIST
(emergency braking assistance)
(for versions/markets where provided)
This system, which cannot be deactivated,
recognises emergency braking conditions
(according to the brake pedal operation
speed) and provides an additional hy-
draulic braking pressure to support that
provided by the driver. This allows faster
and more powerful operation of the brak-
ing system.
IMPORTANT When the Mechanical
Brake Assist is activated noises can be
heard from the system. This is normal. In
any case, while braking keep the brake
pedal firmly pressed.
If the ABS intervenes, it means
you have almost reached
the grip limit between the tyres and
the road surface: slow down to make
sure you can use the available grip.
WARNING
When the ABS intervenes
and you notice the brake
pedal pulsating, do not be afraid to
keep the pedal pushed down. This will
help you to stop in the shortest dis-
tance possible, depending on the road
conditions.
WARNING
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