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SAFETY
This can reduce the braking distance: the PBA system
therefore completes the ABS.
Maximum assistance from the PBA system is obtained
by pressing the brake pedal very quickly. In addition,
the brake pedal should be pressed continuously during
braking, avoiding intermittent presses, to get the most
out of the system. Do not reduce pressure on the
brake pedal until braking is no longer necessary. The
PBA system is deactivated when the brake pedal is
released.
WARNING!
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The PBA system cannot overrule the natural laws
of physics, and cannot increase the grip available
according to the condition of the road.
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The PBA system cannot prevent accidents,
including those due to excessive speed
on corners, driving on low-grip surfaces or
aquaplaning.
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The capability of the PBA system must never be
tested irresponsibly and dangerously, in such a
way as to compromise the safety of the driver, the
other occupants of the car or any other road user.
Traction Control System (TCS)
TCS monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the
driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, the TCS may
apply brake pressure to the spinning wheel(s) and/or
reduce engine power to provide enhanced acceleration
and stability. A feature of the TCS, Brake Limited
Differential (BLD) functions similarly to a limited slip
differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven
axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster
than the other, the system will apply the brake of the
spinning wheel. This will allow more engine torque to
be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. BLD may
remain enabled even if TCS and ESC are in reduced
modes.
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS
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The BSM system uses radar sensors, located inside
the front and rear fascia/bumper, to detect highway
licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles,
etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/
front/side of the vehicle.
Rear Detection Zones
When the vehicle is started, the BSM Warning Light will
momentarily illuminate in both outside rearview mirrors
to let the driver know that the system is operational.
The BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in
any forward gear and enters standby mode when the
vehicle is in PARK.
The BSM system monitors the detection zones on both
sides of the vehicle when the vehicle speed reaches
approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or higher and will alert
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the driver of vehicles in these areas. It is temporarily
deactivated at a speed greater than approximately 84
mph (140 km/h).
NOTE:
The BSM system DOES NOT alert the driver about
rapidly approaching vehicles that are outside the
detection zones.
The BSM system can become blocked if snow, ice,
mud, or other road contaminations accumulate on the
rear fascia/bumper where the radar sensors are
located. The system may also detect blockage if the
vehicle is operated in areas with extremely low radar
returns such as a desert or parallel to a large elevation
drop. If blockage is detected, a "Blind Spot Temporarily
Unavailable, Sensor Blocked" message will display in
the cluster, both mirror lights will illuminate, and BSM
and RCP alerts will not occur. This is normal operation.
The system will automatically recover and resume
function when the condition clears or when an ignition
cycle occurs. To minimize system blockage, do not
block the area of the rear fascia/bumper where the
radar sensors are located with foreign objects (bumper
stickers, bicycle racks, etc.) and keep it clear of road
contaminations.
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