Braking And Stopping - Tesla CYBERTRUCK Owner's Manual

Braking Systems
WARNING: Properly functioning braking systems
are critical to ensure safety. If you experience a
problem with the brake pedal, brake calipers, or
any component of a Cybertruck braking system,
contact Tesla immediately.
Cybertruck has an anti-lock braking system (ABS) that
prevents the wheels from locking when you apply brake
pressure. This improves steering control during heavy
braking in most road conditions because ABS constantly
monitors the speed of each wheel and varies the brake
pressure according to the grip available.
The alteration of brake pressure can be felt as a pulsing
sensation through the brake pedal. This demonstrates
that the ABS is operating and is not a cause for concern.
Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while
experiencing the pulsing.
The ABS indicator briefly flashes amber on
the touchscreen when you first start
Cybertruck. If this indicator lights up at any
other time, an ABS fault has occurred and
the ABS is not operating. Contact Tesla.
The braking system remains fully
operational and is not affected by an ABS
failure. However, braking distances may
increase. Drive cautiously and avoid heavy
braking.
If the touchscreen displays this red brake
indicator at any time other than briefly
when you first start Cybertruck, a brake
system fault is detected, or the level of the
brake fluid is low. Contact Tesla
immediately. Apply steady pressure and
keep the brake pedal firmly pressed to
stop the vehicle when safe to do so.
The touchscreen displays this amber brake
indicator if a brake booster fault is
detected. Apply steady pressure and keep
the brake pedal firmly pressed to stop the
vehicle when safe to do so. Hydraulic Boost
Compensation will be active (see
Boost Compensation on page
Emergency Braking
In an emergency, fully press the brake pedal and
maintain firm pressure, even on low traction surfaces.
The ABS varies the braking pressure to each wheel
depending on the amount of traction available. This
prevents wheels from locking and ensures that you stop
as safely as possible.
Driving

Braking and Stopping

If an alternative method is needed to bring the vehicle to
a stop, press and hold the Park button on the
touchscreen's drive mode strip to apply the brakes and
remove drive torque while the button is held. Touch
Controls or press the brake pedal to display the drive
mode strip.
WARNING: Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so
interrupts operation of the ABS and can increase
braking distance.
WARNING: Always maintain a safe distance from
the vehicle in front of you and be aware of
hazardous driving conditions. While the ABS can
improve stopping distance, it cannot overcome the
laws of physics. It also does not prevent the
danger of hydroplaning (where a layer of water
prevents direct contact between the tires and the
road).
CAUTION: Automatic Emergency Braking (see
Automatic Emergency Braking on page
intervene to automatically brake in situations
where a collision is considered imminent.
Automatic Emergency Braking is not designed to
prevent a collision. It is designed to minimize the
impact of a frontal collision by attempting to
reduce your driving speed. Depending on
Automatic Emergency Braking to avoid a collision
can result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION: In emergency situations, if the brakes
are not functioning properly, press and hold the
Park button on the overhead console or
touchscreen to bring Cybertruck to a stop. Do not
use this method to stop the vehicle unless
absolutely necessary.
Brake Disc Wiping
When cold and wet weather is detected, brake disc
wiping repeatedly applies an imperceptible amount of
brake force to remove water from the surface of the
brake discs.
Hydraulic Boost Compensation
Hydraulic
Cybertruck is equipped with a brake booster that
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activates the brakes when the brake pedal is pressed.
Hydraulic boost compensation provides mechanical
assistance if the brake booster fails. If a brake booster
failure is detected, the brake pedal feels stiffer to press
and you may hear a sound when you press the brake
pedal. To stop Cybertruck, apply steady force to the
brake pedal without releasing or pumping. Drive
cautiously and maintain a safe distance from other road
users—brake pedal responsiveness and braking
performance may be degraded.
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