BAS (Brake Assist System)

Observe the "Important safety notes" section. BAS operates in emergency braking situations. If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS automatically boosts the braking force, thus s ...

Important safety notes

See the "Important safety notes" section. If ESP® detects that the vehicle is deviating from the direction desired by the driver, one or more wheels are braked to stabilize the vehi ...

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Testing the Alarm
To test the alarm: 1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver window and open the driver door. 2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open, ...

Braking
Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Average driver reaction time is about three-quarte ...

Precautions when starting and driving
WARNING ► Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the support of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should not be left alone either. They could accidentally injure ...