SMART FORTWO CABRIO Operating Instructions Manual page 165

Anti lock braking system (abs)
Accident risk!
The risk of an accident especial
ly increases when driving too fast, par
ticularly when cornering and on wet or
slippery roads as well as when driving
too closely to the vehicle in front.
abs and esp are unable to reduce this
risk or override the laws of physics.
You should therefore always adapt your
driving style to suit the prevailing
road and weather conditions and main
tain a sufficient distance from other
road users and objects on the road.
The anti lock braking system (abs) pre
vents the braked wheels from blocking.
Steering control is retained and you can
therefore take evasive action to avoid
obstacles.
>Important!
The abs system has intervened when the
brake pedal starts to pulsate.
abs is only effective during emergency
braking manoeuvres when at least one
wheel starts to lock up.
Braking using abs
In emergency situations:
Quickly depress the brake pedal as
hard as you can.
Steer around the obstacle.
> The vehicle remains under control.
>Note!
Continue to apply the brakes even when
the pedal starts to pulsate. This way you
will achieve maximum deceleration.
Brakes
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