Tesla X owners manual page 54

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Brakes Braking Systems Emergency Braking Model X has an anti-lock braking systemIn an emergency, fully press the brake pedal (ABS) that prevents the wheels from lockingand maintain irm pressure, even on low when you apply maximum brake pressure. Thistraction surfaces. The ABS varies the braking improves steering control during heavypressure to each wheel according to the braking in most road conditions.amount of traction available. This prevents wheels from locking and ensures that you stop During emergency braking conditions, theas safely as possible. ABS constantly monitors the speed of eachWarning: Do not pump the brake pedal. wheel and varies the brake pressure accordingDoing so interrupts operation of the ABS to the grip available. and can increase braking distance. The alteration of brake pressure can be felt asWarning: Always maintain a safe distance a pulsing sensation through the brake pedal.from the vehicle in front of you and be This demonstrates that the ABS is operatingaware of hazardous driving conditions. and is not a cause for concern. Keep irm andWhile the ABS can improve stopping steady pressure on the brake pedal whiledistance, it cannot overcome the laws of experiencing the pulsing. physics. It also does not prevent the The ABS indicator lashes briely ondanger of hydroplaning (where a layer of the instrument panel when you irstwater prevents direct contact between start Model X. If this indicator lightsthe tires and the road). up at any other time, an ABS faultIf Model X is equipped with Autopilot has occurred and the ABS is nothardware, Automatic Emergency Braking operating. Contact Tesla. The brakingautomatically applies full braking in situations system remains fully operational andwhere a collision is considered imminent (see is not afected by an ABS failure.Automatic Emergency Braking on page 89). However, braking distances may increase. Brake Wear If the instrument panel displays thisModel X brake pads are equipped with wear indicator at any time other thanindicators. A wear indicator is a thin metal displaying briely when you irst startstrip attached to the brake pad that squeals as Model X, a brake system fault isit rubs against the rotor when the pad wears detected or the brake luid level isdown. This squealing sound indicates that the low. Contact Tesla immediately.brake pads have reached the end of their service life and require replacement. To stop the squealing, contact Tesla Service. Brakes must be periodically inspected visually by removing the tire and wheel. For detailed speciications and service limits for rotors and brake pads, see Brakes on page 158. Warning: Neglecting to replace worn brake pads results in damage to the braking system and can create a braking hazard. 54 Model X Owner's Manual

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