Vauxhall Signum, Owner'S Manual

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208 Driving and operation
Brake system
The brakes are an important factor for
traffic safety.
To improve effectiveness, do not brake
unnecessarily hard for the first 120 miles
(200 km) after new brake pads have been
fitted.
Brake pad wear must not exceed a
specified limit. Regular maintenance as
detailed in the Service Booklet is therefore
of the utmost importance for traffic safety.
Have worn brake pads replaced by a
workshop.
Pads that have been tested and approved
guarantee optimum brake performance.
Brake assist
If the brake pedal is slammed on, the
vehicle is automatically braked with
maximum brake force amplification in
order to achieve the shortest possible
braking distance when full-on braking
occurs (braking assist).
Maintain steady pressure on the brake
pedal for as long as full-on braking is to
continue. When the brake pedal is
released, the maximum brake force
amplification is taken away.
Adaptive brake light
During full-on braking, all three brake
lights flash for the duration of ABS control.
Foot brake
The foot brake comprises two independent
brake circuits.
If one brake circuit faults, the vehicle can
still be braked with the other brake circuit.
However the braking effect will occur at a
lower pedal position and considerably
more force is required. The braking
distance is longer. Contact a workshop
before continuing to drive.
To ensure that full pedal travel – can be
utilised, particularly if there is a fault in one
of the brake circuits, there must be no mats
in the pedal area, see page 185.
When the engine is not running, the
support of the brake servo unit disappears
once the brake pedal has been depressed
once or twice. Braking effect is not
reduced, but braking requires significantly
greater force. This is especially important
to bear in mind when towing.