Mercedes-Benz ACTROS 2002, Operating Instructions Manual

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Safety
Driving safety systems
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If ABS is switched off, it may be possible to
achieve shorter stopping distances on
rough terrain and on unmade roads
(e.g. soft or extremely corrugated surfaces
and on downhill slopes).
Risk of accident
G
If the multi-function display shows just the
event message "ABS trailer/semitrailer",
there is a danger of the trailer/semitrailer
over-braking.
There is a danger of control over the vehicle
being lost if full braking effort is applied.
Avoid applying brakes fully unless it is an
emergency to prevent the wheels of the
trailer/semitrailer from locking.
Vehicles without Telligent
®
automatic gear-
shift: On a slippery road surface, declutch as
well so that the ABS control system is not af-
fected by the engine braking effect.
i
The continuous brake switches itself
off automatically during ABS interven-
tion. The
b
indicator lamp does not
go out.
ABS deactivation
Risk of accident
G
The vehicle could skid due to locked wheels.
If ABS is switched off, the wheels may lock
and skid under braking. The vehicle cannot
be steered if the wheels lock during braking.
ABS must always be switched on when driv-
ing on public roads.