Brake System; Electronic Brake Control System; Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs) - Jeep Compass 2015 Operating Information Manual

BRAKE SYSTEM

Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted
brakes as standard equipment. In the event
power assist is lost for any reason (for example,
repeated brake applications with the engine off),
the brakes will still function. However, the effort
required to brake the vehicle will be much
greater than that required with the power sys-
tem operating.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure
and possibly a collision. Driving with your
foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can
result in abnormally high brake tempera-
tures, excessive lining wear, and possible
brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
If either of the two hydraulic systems lose
normal capability, the remaining system will still
function with some loss of overall braking effec-
tiveness. This will be evident by increased pedal
travel during application and greater pedal force
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required to slow or stop. In addition, if the
malfunction is caused by an internal leak, as the
brake fluid in the master cylinder drops, the
"Brake Warning Light" will light.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the "Brake Warning
Light" on is dangerous. A significant de-
crease in braking performance or vehicle
stability during braking may occur. It will take
you longer to stop the vehicle or will make
your vehicle harder to control. You could
have a collision. Have the vehicle checked
immediately.
ELECTRONIC BRAKE
CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle may be equipped with an optional
advanced electronic brake control system that
includes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Trac-
tion Control System (TCS), Brake Assist Sys-
tem (BAS), Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM), Hill
Descent Control (HDC), Hill Start Assist (HSA),
and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). All sys-
tems work together to enhance vehicle stability
and control in various driving conditions and are
commonly referred to as ESC.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

This system aids the driver in maintaining ve-
hicle control under adverse braking conditions.
The system controls hydraulic brake pressure
to prevent wheel lockup and help avoid skidding
on slippery surfaces during braking. Refer to
"Anti-Lock Brake System" in "Starting and Op-
erating" for further information.
WARNING!
• Pumping of the anti-lock brakes will dimin-
ish their effectiveness and may lead to a
collision. Pumping makes the stopping dis-
tance longer. Just press firmly on your
brake pedal when you need to slow down
or stop.
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