Mercedes-Benz EQS Saloon 2021, Owner'S Manual

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Functions of ABS
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) regulates the
brake pressure in critical driving situations:
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During braking, for instance, at maximum full-
stop braking or if there is insufficient tyre trac-
tion, the wheels are prevented from locking.
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Vehicle steerability while braking is ensured.
If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a
pulsing in the brake pedal. The pulsating brake
pedal can be an indication of hazardous road con-
ditions and can serve as a reminder to take extra
care while driving.
System limits
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ABS is active from speeds of approx. 5 km/h.
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ABS may be impaired or may not function if a
malfunction has occurred and the yellow
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ABS warning lamp lights up continuously after
the vehicle is started.
Function of BAS
&
WARNING Risk of an accident caused by a
malfunction in BAS (Brake Assist System)
If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance
in an emergency braking situation is
increased.
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Depress the brake pedal with full force in
emergency braking situations. ABS pre-
vents the wheels from locking.
The Brake Assist System (BAS) supports your
emergency braking situation with additional brake
force.
If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS is
activated:
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BAS automatically boosts the brake pressure.
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BAS can shorten the braking distance.
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ABS prevents the wheels from locking.
The brakes will function as usual once you release
the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated.
Function of ESP
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&
WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP
®
is
deactivated
If you deactivate ESP ® , ESP ® cannot carry out
vehicle stabilisation.
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ESP ® should only be deactivated in the
following situations.
The Electronic Stability Program (ESP
®
) can moni-
tor and improve driving stability and traction in
the following situations within physical limits:
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When pulling away on wet or slippery carriage-
ways.
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When braking.
If the vehicle deviates from the direction desired
by the driver, ESP
®
can stabilise the vehicle by
intervening in the following ways:
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One or more wheels are braked.
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The engine output is adapted according to the
situation.
266 Driving and parking