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ABS SYSTEM
GETTING TO
The car is fitted with an ABS braking system, which prevents the wheels
KNOW YOUR CAR
from locking when braking, makes the most of road grip and gives
the best control when performing emergency braking under difficult
road conditions.
The EBD system (Electronic Braking Force Distribution) completes the
SAFETY
system allowing the brake force to be distributed between the front and
rear wheels.
IMPORTANT To obtain the maximum efficiency of the braking system,
a bedding-in period of about 500 km is needed: during this period
STARTING AND
it is better to avoid sharp, repeated and prolonged braking.
DRIVING
SYSTEM INTERVENTION
It can be detected because the brake pedal pulsates slightly and the
IN AN EMERGENCY
system gets noisier: it means that the car speed should be altered
to suit the type of road surface.
MECHANICAL BRAKE ASSIST
(emergency braking assistance)
SERVICING AND
(for versions/markets, where provided)
MAINTENANCE
This system, which cannot be deactivated, recognises emergency
braking conditions (according to the brake pedal operation speed) and
provides an additional hydraulic braking pressure to support that
TECHNICAL
provided by the driver. This allows faster and more powerful operation
SPECIFICATIONS
of the braking system.
IMPORTANT When the Mechanical Brake Assist intervenes, noises may
be heard from the system. This is normal. In any case, while braking
keep the brake pedal firmly depressed.
INDEX
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If the ABS system intervenes, this indicates that the
traction of the tyres on the road is nearing its limit.
Slow down to a speed compatible with the available
traction.
The ABS gets the most from the available grip, but it
cannot improve it; you should therefore take every
care when driving on slippery surfaces and not take
unnecessary risks.
When the ABS cuts in and you feel the brake pedal
pulsating, do not remove your foot, but keep the pedal
pushed down; in doing so you, will stop in the
shortest distance possible under the road conditions at the time.
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