Electronic Brake Control System; Brake System - Chrysler Grand Voyager 2015 Manual

WARNING! (Continued)
• Be sure the parking brake is fully disen-
gaged before driving; failure to do so can
lead to brake failure and a collision.
• Always fully apply the parking brake when
leaving your vehicle, or it may roll and
cause damage or injury. Also be certain to
leave the transmission in PARK. Failure to
do so may allow the vehicle to roll and
cause damage or injury.
CAUTION!
If the Brake System Warning Light remains
on with the parking brake released, a brake
system malfunction is indicated. Have the
brake system serviced by an authorized
dealer immediately.

BRAKE SYSTEM

Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic
brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic
systems loses normal capability, the remaining
system will still function. However, there will be
some loss of overall braking effectiveness. You
may notice increased pedal travel during appli-
cation, greater pedal force required to slow or
stop, and potential activation of the "Brake
System Warning Light."
In the event power assist is lost for any reason
(i.e., repeated brake applications with the en-
gine off) the brakes will still function. However,
the effort required to brake the vehicle will be
much greater than that required with the power
system operating.
ELECTRONIC BRAKE
CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced
electronic brake control system that includes
the Traction Control System (TCS), Brake As-
sist System (BAS) and Electronic Stability Con-
trol (ESC), Trailer Sway Control (TSC), and Hill
Start Assist (HSA). These systems complement
the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) by optimiz-
ing the vehicle braking capability during emer-
gency braking maneuvers.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides
increased vehicle stability and brake perfor-
mance under most braking conditions. The sys-
tem operates with a separate computer to
modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel
lock-up and help avoid skidding on slippery
surfaces.
ABS is activated during braking under certain
road or stopping conditions. ABS-inducing con-
ditions can include ice, snow, gravel, bumps,
railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops.
You may experience the following when the
brake system goes into anti-lock:
• The ABS motor running (it may continue to
run for a short time after the stop).
• A clicking sound of solenoid valves.
• Brake pedal pulsations.
• A slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at
the end of the stop.
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