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ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
(ABS)
Under heavy braking, the system has
two principal aims; to reduce the
stopping distance and keep your
vehicle under control. However,
there is a risk that roadholding and
steering control may be lost and the
wheels may lock under braking,
depending on the nature of the
ground, weather conditions and
your reactions. The Anti-lock
Braking System (ABS) has been
designed to combat this danger.
The safety enhancement is that the
brake control system prevents the
wheels from locking, even if the
brakes are applied too sharply, and
allows the vehicle to be steered and
thus its direction to be controlled.
Under these circumstances it is
quite possible for the driver to steer
the vehicle and to avoid an obstacle
whilst at the same time applying the
brake. This system also allows you
to optimise stopping distances when
the grip of one or more wheels may
be lost (wet roads, slippery or
varying road surfaces).
Although this system allows you to
make maximum use of stopping
distances, even with the ABS you
still have to take account of the
actual condition of the road surface.
It is still essential to follow the rules
of good driving practice (such as
driving at a safe distance from the
vehicle in front).
The fact that the
vehicle’s safety has been increased
should not encourage you to take
risks.
You will feel pulsing through the
brake pedal when the system has
been activated. These tangible signs
will warn you that the grip of the
tyres on the ground has reached its
limit and enable you to adapt your
driving style to suit the road
conditions.
Operating faults
Two possible situations may occur:
1 - The
x
warning light on
the instrument panel is lit.
Braking is still performed, but
without the ABS system. Contact
a RENAULT Dealer as soon as
possible.
2 - The
x
and
d
warning lights on the
instrument panel are lit.
This indicates that both the
braking system and the ABS
system are faulty. Your braking
systems are only partially
operational. However, it is
dangerous to brake suddenly
and
it is essential to stop immediately,
as soon as traffic conditions
allow. Contact a RENAULT
Dealer.
The braking modulation provided by the ABS is independent of the effort applied to the brake pedal. In an emergency,
apply
firm and continuous pressure
to the brake pedal There is no need to pump it repeatedly.
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