The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The system detects an emergency braking situation by sensing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the benefit of the system, you must apply continuous braking pressure during the stopping sequence (do not “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is deactivated.
WARNING!
• The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing
road conditions.
• The BAS cannot prevent collisions, including those resulting from excessive speed
in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning.
• The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless
or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.
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Cold Weather Operation
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Rubber tubing
Follow the “Service Schedule” to the letter as concerns braking and fuel line
rubber tubing. Ozone, high temperatures and long absence of fluid in the system
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Service schedule
The scheduled service must be carried out every 20,000 km.
(*) Or every 4 years for very demanding use (cold climate, idling in city traffic,
dusty areas).
Or every 5 years, regardless from th ...