Assist Systems; Braking And Stabilisation Systems; Electronic Stability Control (Esc); Antilock Braking System (Abs) - Skoda Rapid Owner's Manual

Assist systems

Braking and stabilisation systems

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Antilock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)
Hill Hold Control (HHC)
This chapter deals with the functions of the braking and stabilisation systems,
with the error indicator referred to in chapter
The braking and stabilisation systems are automatically activated each time
the ignition is switched on.
WARNING
A lack of fuel can cause irregular engine running or cause the engine to
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shut down. The brake assist systems would then fail to function - risk of
accident!
The increased safety provided by the brake assist systems must not
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tempt you to take safety risks - risk of accident!
Adjust the speed and driving style to the current visibility, weather, road
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and traffic conditions.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

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» page 34, Indicator lights.
Fig. 97
Press the ESC system: Activat-
ing/deactivating TCS
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Read and observe
The ESC improves vehicle stability in dynamic driving situations, such as when
the vehicle starts to skid.
The ESC monitors whether the desired direction of the current vehicle motion
is occurring. In case of any deviation (e.g. oversteer), the ESC automatically
brakes individual wheels to maintain the desired direction.
During an intervention of the system, the warning light
ment cluster.
The ESC system cannot be deactivated. The 
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used to deactivate the TCS
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The warning light lights up in the instrument cluster when the ASR is deacti-
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vated.
The TCS should normally always be enabled. The system should be deactivated
only in the following situations, for example.
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When driving with snow chains.
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When driving in deep snow or on a very loose surface.
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When "rocking a car free" when it has become stuck.

Antilock Braking System (ABS)

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Read and observe
ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Thus helping the driver to
maintain control of the vehicle.
The intervention of the ABS is noticeable from the pulsating movements of
the brake pedal which is accompanied by noises.
When the ABS system is active, do not brake periodically or reduce the pres-
sure on the brake pedal.

Traction Control System (TCS)

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Read and observe
TCS prevents the spinning of the wheels of the driven axle. TCS reduces the
drive power transmitted to the wheels in the case of slipping wheels. Thus, for
example, driving on road surfaces with low grip is made easier.
If your vehicle is fitted with the ESC system, the ASR is integrated into the ESC
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