Driving Safety Systems; Abs (Anti-Lock Braking System) - Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operator's Manual

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Turn both handles : to a horizontal
position. Make sure that locks = are in
front of the window frame on the inside.
The window is locked.
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Replace locking pins ; before beginning a
new journey at the latest.
You may obtain information about this from
any authorized Sprinter Dealer.

Driving safety systems

Important safety notes
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Warning
The following factors increase the risk of
accidents:
Excessive speed, especially in turns
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Wet and slippery road surfaces
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Following another vehicle too closely
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The driving safety systems described in this
section cannot reduce these risks or prevent
the natural laws of physics from acting on the
vehicle. They cannot increase braking or
steering efficiency beyond that afforded by
the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires
or the traction afforded.
Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can
prevent accidents.
The capabilities of a vehicle equipped with the
driving safety systems described in this
section must never be exploited in a reckless
or dangerous manner which could jeopardize
the user's safety or the safety of others.
Always adjust your driving style to the
prevailing road and weather conditions and
keep a safe distance to other road users and
objects on the street.
If a driving system malfunctions, other driving
safety systems may also switch off. Observe
indicator and warning lamps that may come
on as well as messages in the multifunction
display that may appear.
i In wintry driving conditions, always use
winter tires (M+S tires) and if necessary,
Driving safety systems
snow chains. Only in this way will the
driving safety systems described in this
section work as effectively as possible.
Overview
In this section, you will find information about
the following driving safety systems:

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

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BAS (Brake Assist System)
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ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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ASR (Acceleration Skid Control)
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EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution)
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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Important safety notes
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Warning
Observe "Important safety notes"
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( page 47).
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Warning!
Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm, steady
brake pedal pressure instead. Pumping the
brake pedal reduces the braking effect.
ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way
that the wheels do not lock during braking.
This allows you to maintain the ability to steer
your vehicle.
ABS works from a speed of about 3 mph
(5 km/h) upwards, regardless of road-surface
conditions. ABS works on slippery surfaces,
even when you only brake gently.
The ! warning lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up when the ignition is switched
on. It goes out when the engine is running.
Braking
If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel
a pulsating in the brake pedal.
If the d warning lamp flashes, this may
indicate dangerous road conditions and
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