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If these conditions occur, the warning
light

flashes on the instrument panel

and the system, intervening on the
brakes and engine power, limits the
possibility that the wheels are raised
from the ground. It is not possible to
avoid tendency to roll over if the
phenomenon is due to reasons such as
driving on high side gradients, collision
with objects or other vehicles.

55)

TSC (Trailer Sway
Control) SYSTEM

The system employs a series of sensors
located on the vehicle to identify
excessive swerving of the trailer and
take the necessary precautions to
eliminate it.

To counteract the effect of trailer sway,
the system can reduce the engine
power and intervene on the wheels
involved. The TSC system activates
automatically once excessive sway of
the trailer is detected.

System intervention

When the system is active, the

warning light flashes on the

instrument panel, the engine power is
reduced and braking can be felt on the
individual wheels, following the attempt
to eliminate the swerving of the trailer.

56) 57)

WARNING

33)

When the ABS intervenes and you feel

the brake pedal pulsating, do not reduce
the pressure, but hold it down firmly and
confidently; in doing so you will brake in the
shortest distance possible, depending on
the current road conditions.

34)

To obtain the maximum efficiency of

the braking system, a bedding-in period of
about 500 km is needed: during this period
it is better to avoid sharp, repeated and
prolonged braking.

35)

If the ABS intervenes, this indicates

that the grip of the tyres on the road is
nearing its limit: you must slow down to a
speed compatible with the available grip.

36)

The ABS cannot overrule the natural

laws of physics, and cannot increase the
grip available according to the condition of
the road.

37)

The ABS cannot prevent accidents,

including those due to excessive speed on
corners, driving on low-grip surfaces or
aquaplaning.

38)

The capability of the ABS must never

be tested irresponsibly and dangerously, in
such a way as to compromise personal
safety and the safety of others.

39)

For the correct operation of the ABS,

the tyres must of necessity be the same
make and type on all wheels, in perfect
condition and, above all, of the prescribed
type and dimensions.

40)

The ESC system cannot alter the

natural laws of physics, and cannot
increase grip, which depends on the
condition of the road.

41)

The ESC system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to excessive
speed on corners, driving on low-grip
surfaces or aquaplaning.

42)

The capability of the ESC system must

never be tested irresponsibly and
dangerously, in such a way as to
compromise personal safety and the safety
of others.

43)

For the correct operation of the ESC

system, the tyres must necessarily be of
the same make and type on all wheels, in
perfect condition and, above all, of the
prescribed type and size.

44)

ESC performance features must not

induce the driver to take unnecessary or
unwarranted risks. Your driving style must
always be suited to the road conditions,
visibility and traffic. The driver is, in any
case, responsible for safe driving.

45)

For the correct operation of the TC

system, the tyres must of necessity be the
same make and type on all wheels, in
perfect condition and, above all, of the
prescribed type and dimensions.

46)

TC performance features must not

47)

The TC system cannot overrule the

natural laws of physics, and cannot
increase the grip available according to the
condition of the road.

48)

The TC system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to excessive
speed on corners, driving on low-grip
surfaces or aquaplaning.

SAFETY