Mercedes-Benz GLS 2023 Operator's Manual page 215

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Parking Assist PARKTRONIC (
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Functions of ABS
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) regulates the
brake pressure in critical driving situations:
During braking, for instance, at maximum full-
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stop braking or if there is insufficient tire trac-
tion, the wheels are prevented from locking.
Vehicle steerability while braking is ensured.
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If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a
pulsing in the brake pedal. The pulsating brake
pedal can be an indication of hazardous road con-
ditions and can serve as a reminder to take extra
care while driving.
System limits
ABS is active from speeds of approx. 3 mph
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(5 km/h).
ABS may be impaired or may not function if a
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malfunction has occurred and the yellow !
ABS warning lamp lights up continuously after
the vehicle is started.
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Functions of Off-road ABS
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Off-road ABS is activated automatically when
you select the F or G drive program.
Off-road ABS is specially adapted for driving off-
road:
The front wheels lock cyclically during braking.
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The braking distance is shortened due to the
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digging-in effect.
System limits
Off-road ABS functions at speeds below
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25 mph (40 km/h).
If Off-road ABS intervenes, the ability to steer
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may be restricted.
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Function of BAS
& WARNING Risk of an accident caused by a
malfunction in BAS (Brake Assist System)
If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance
in an emergency braking situation is
increased.
Depress the brake pedal with full force in
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emergency braking situations. ABS pre-
vents the wheels from locking.
The Brake Assist System (BAS) supports your
emergency braking situation with additional brake
force.
If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS will be
activated:
BAS automatically boosts the brake pressure.
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BAS can shorten the braking distance.
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ABS prevents the wheels from locking.
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The brakes will function as usual once you release
the brake pedal. BAS will be deactivated.

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