Renault ALASKAN 2020, Руководство пользователя транспортного средства

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The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) controls the
brakes so the wheels do not lock during hard brak-
ing or when braking on slippery surfaces. The sys-
tem detects the rotation speed at each wheel and
varies the brake fluid pressure to prevent each
wheel from locking and sliding. By preventing each
wheel from locking, the system helps the driver
maintain steering control and helps to minimise
swerving and spinning on slippery surfaces.
Using system
Depress the brake pedal and hold it down. Depress
the brake pedal with firm steady pressure, but do
not pump the brakes. The ABS will operate to pre-
vent the wheels from locking up. Steer the vehicle
to avoid obstacles.
WARNING
Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so may re-
sult in increased stopping distances.
Self-test feature
The ABS includes electronic sensors, electric pumps,
hydraulic solenoids and a computer. The computer
has a built-in diagnostic feature that tests the sys-
tem each time you start the engine and move the
vehicle at a low speed in forward or reverse. When
the self-test occurs, you may hear a “clunk” noise
and/or feel a pulsation in the brake pedal. This is
normal and does not indicate a malfunction. If the
computer senses a malfunction, it switches the ABS
off and illuminates the ABS warning light on the in-
strument panel. The brake system then operates
normally, but without anti-lock assistance. If the ABS
warning light illuminates during the self-test or
while driving, have the vehicle checked by an ap-
proved dealer or qualified workshop.
Normal operation
The ABS operates at speeds above 5 to 10 km/h (3
to 6 MPH). The speed varies according to road con-
ditions.
When the ABS senses that one or more wheels are
close to locking up, the actuator rapidly applies and
releases hydraulic pressure. This action is similar to
pumping the brakes very quickly. You may feel a pul-
sation in the brake pedal and hear a noise from un-
der the bonnet or feel a vibration from the actuator
when it is operating. This is normal and indicates
that the ABS is operating properly. However, the pul-
sation may indicate that road conditions are haz-
ardous and extra care is required while driving.
When the differential lock (where fitted) is engaged,
the ABS warning light illuminates. This indicates
that the anti-lock function is not fully operating. (See
“Rear differential locking system (where fitted)” ear-
lier in this section for the rear differential lock func-
tion.)
WARNING
•
Whatever the condition, drive with caution. Ac-
celerate and decelerate with great care. If ac-
celerating or decelerating too fast, the drive
wheels will lose even more traction.
•
Allow more stopping distance in cold weather
driving. Braking should be started sooner than
on dry pavement.
•
Keep at a greater distance from the vehicle in
front of you on slippery roads.
•
Wet ice (0°C, 32°F and freezing rain), very cold
snow and ice can be slick and very difficult to
drive on. The vehicle will have a lot less trac-
tion or grip under these conditions. Try to
avoid driving on wet ice until the road is salted
or sanded.
•
Watch for slippery spots (glaring ice). These
may appear on an otherwise clear road in
shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen ahead,
brake before reaching it. Try not to brake while
actually on the ice, and avoid any sudden
steering manoeuvres.
•
Do not use cruise control on slippery roads.
•
Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gas under
your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the exhaust
pipe and from around your vehicle.
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
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