Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2020 Operator's Manual page 168

166 Driving and parking
uously in the instrument cluster after the
engine is started.
Functions of Off-road ABS
Off-road ABS is specially adapted for driving off-
road:
The front wheels lock cyclically during brak‐
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ing.
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.
Function of BAS (Brake Assist System)
& WARNING Risk of an accident caused by
a malfunction in BAS (Brake Assist Sys‐
tem)
If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance
in an emergency braking situation is
increased.
Depress the brake pedal with full force
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in emergency braking situations. ABS
prevents the wheels from locking.
BAS supports your emergency braking situation
with additional brake force.
If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS is
activated:
BAS automatically boosts the brake pres‐
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sure.
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 is deactivated.
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Functions of ESP (Electronic Stability Pro‐
gram)
& WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP
malfunctioning
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If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP cannot carry
out vehicle stabilization. In addition, other
driving safety systems are switched off.
Drive on carefully.
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Have ESP ® checked at a qualified spe‐
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cialist workshop.
& WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP
deactivated
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If you deactivate ESP , ESP cannot carry
out vehicle stabilization.
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ESP should only be deactivated in the
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following situations.
Mercedes‑AMG vehicles: be sure to observe
the notes in the Supplement. Otherwise, you
may fail to recognize dangers.
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