Emergency Brake Assist - Renault Espace Driver's Handbook Manual

DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS
Operating faults
When the system detects an operat-
ing fault the message "Check ESC" and
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warning light and
on the instrument panel.
In this case, the ESC and traction con-
trol system are deactivated. Consult an
authorised dealer.
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Emergency brake assist

This system supplements the ABS
and helps reduce vehicle stopping dis-
tances.
appear
Operating principle
The system is for detecting an emer-
gency braking situation. In this case,
the braking assistance immediately de-
velops maximum power and may trig-
ger ABS regulation.
ABS braking is maintained as long as
the brake pedal is applied.
Hazard warning lights switching on
Depending on the vehicle, these may
light up in the event of sudden decel-
eration.
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Braking anticipation
Depending on the vehicle, when you
rapidly release the accelerator, the
system anticipates the braking ma-
noeuvre in order to reduce stopping
distances.
Special cases
When using the cruise control:
– if you use the accelerator, when you
– if you do not use the accelerator, the
Operating faults
When the system detects an operat-
ing fault the message "Check brak-
ing system" appears on the instrument
panel along with the
light.
Consult an approved dealer.
release it, the system may be trig-
gered;
system will not be triggered.
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warning