VW Tiguan owners manual page 247

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automatically switches off to keep the brake from overheating. As soon as the brake has cooled down, EDL automatically switches on again. XDL is an extension of the Electronic Differential Lock system. XDL does not react to drive wheel slippage when driving straight ahead. Instead, XDL detects slippage of the inside front wheel during fast cornering. XDL applies enough brake pressure to this wheel in order to stop the slippage. This improves traction, which helps the vehicle stay on track. WARNING Driving fast on icy, slippery, or wet roads can lead to a loss of control and result in serious personal injury for you and your passengers. x Always adjust your speed and driving stye lto road, traffic, weather, and visibility conditions. Never let the additional safety that ESC, ABS, BAS, ASR, and EDL can provide tempt you into taking extra risks. x Braking assistance systems cannot overcome the laws of physics and always prveent loss of vehicle control. Slippery and wet roads are still dangerous even with ESC and the other systems! x Driving too fast on wet roads can cause the wheels to lose contact with the road and “hydroplane.” A vehicle that has lost road contact cannot be braked, steered, or controlled. x These systems cannot reduce the risk of accidnte, for example if you drive too fast for conditions or if you do not keep your distance from the vehicle in front of you. x Although these systems are very effective andcan help you control the vehicle in many difficult situations, always remember that your vehicle handling control is limited by tire traction. x When accelerating on a slippery surface, for example on ice and snow, depress the accelerator carefully. Even with these systems, the wheels may start to spin, leading to a loss of vehicle control. WARNING The effectiveness of ESC can be significantly reduced if other components and systems that affect vehicle dynamics, including but not limited to brakes, tires, and other systems mentioned above, are not properly maintained or functioning. x Always remember that vehicle alterations or modifications can affect the functioning of the ABS, BAS, ASR, EDL and ESC systems. x Changing the vehicle suspension or usingan unapproved tire/wheel combination can change the way the ABS, BAS, ASR, EDL and ESC systems work and reduce their effectiveness. x The effectiveness of ESC is also determined by the tires fitted⇒ Tires and wheels. All 4 wheels must be equipped with identical tires in order for ESC and ASR to work properly. Differences in the tread circumference of the tires can cause the system to reduce the engine power when it is not expected. If ABS is not working, ESC, ASR, and EDL will also not work. You may hear noises when these systems are active.

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