Audi A5 owners manual page 199

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document_0900452a8179700c.book Seite 197 Donnerstag, 22. März 2007 10:19 10 Intelligent technology 197 Switching off How the ABS works The ESP should normally be left switched on at all times. If required, The system runs an automatic self-check when the car reaches a you can press the ESP OFF button to switch off the traction control road speed of about 6 km/h. This may be accompanied by a noise system (ASR) or the electronic stabilisation program (ESP).from the ABS pump. • Switching off the traction control system (ASR): Press the ESP If one of the wheels is turning too slowly in relation to the road button briefly. The traction control system (ASR) can be switched off speed, and is close to locking up, the system will reduce the pres- in special driving conditions, e.g. if you are driving with snow chains sure in the brake line to this wheel. The driver is made aware of this ⇒page198. The message ASR off will appear in the display.control process by a pulsating of the brake pedal and accompa- • Switching off the ESP/traction control system (ASR): Press the nying noise. This is a deliberate warning to the driver that one or ESP button for longer than 3 seconds. The ESP/ASR warning lamp more of the wheels is tending to lock up and the ABS control func- lights up when the system is switched off, see ⇒ page 16. The tion has intervened. In this situation it is important to keep the brake message ESP switched off will appear in the display.pedal fully depressed so the ABS can regulate the brake application - do not “pump” the brake pedal. WARNING WARNING • The ESP is not able to overcome the physical limits of adhesion. Even with ESP, you should always adjust your speed to suit the The grip provided by ABS is still subject to the physical limits of conditions. Please bear this in mind, especially on wet or slippery adhesion. Always bear this in mind, especially on wet or slippery road surfaces. Do not let the extr a safety provided tempt you into roads. If you notice that the AB S is working (to counteract locked taking any risks when driving – this can cause accidents.wheels under braking), you should reduce speed immediately to • Please note that, when the ESP or ESP/traction control system suit the road and traffic conditions. Do not let the extra safety (ASR) is switched off, the driven wheels may start to spin, causing provided tempt you into taking any risks when driving – this can the vehicle to lose grip, in particular on slippery or wet roads - cause accidents. danger of skidding! Note Anti-lock brake system (ABS) If a malfunction should occur in the ABS, this is indicated by a warning lamp ⇒page 18. ABS prevents the wheels from locking up under braking. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) is an important part of the car's Brake assist system active safety system. However, the ABS will not necessarily guar-The brake assist system helps the driver to achieve antee shorter stopping distances in all conditions. For instance, on loose gravel or fresh snow on top of an icy surface (conditions which optimum braking effect. anyway require extreme care and reduced speed), the stopping The brake assist system helps to increase braking power and thus to distance with ABS may even be slightly longer. achieve a shorter stopping distance. If the driver presses the brake Controls Safety Driving tipsGeneral maintenance Self-help Technical data

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