Asr System (Electronic Anti-Skid Device) - Alfa Romeo 8C Spider Owner's Manual

WARNING: If you have to tow the vehicle with
2 wheels raised, ensure that the ignition key
2 is in the STOP position. Otherwise, with VDC
activated, the relative control unit will store a
malfunction, resulting in the illumination of the
warning lights on the instrument panel and
on the display: this requires the intervention
of an Authorised Service Centre of the
Manufacturer's Network to correct the system
malfunction.
WARNING: In low- and medium-grip conditions
(e.g., rain, snow, ice, sand, etc.) it is advisable
not to use SPORT mode, even with the VDC
activated.
WARNING: Driving on parabolic curves will
deactivate the system.
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ASR SYSTEM
(ELECTRONIC ANTI-
SKID DEVICE)
The ASR system avoids driving wheels skidding
during acceleration through the engine control
unit (spark advance delay, engine throttle
opening reduction and fuel injection cut) and the
rear brakes.
The action of the ASR system enhances vehicle
stability and improves active safety while driving,
specially under the following conditions:
- inside wheel skidding when cornering due
to dynamic load variations or excessive
acceleration;
- excessive power transmitted to the
wheels, also in relation to the road surface
conditions;
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- acceleration on slippery, snow-covered or icy
roads;
- grip loss on wet road surface
(aquaplaning).
In normal conditions (SPORT mode off), the ASR
system increases stability in low and medium
grip conditions, while with SPORT mode active
the system favours traction, thereby optimising
vehicle performance on dry asphalt.