Or: in the Infotainment system, in menu
/ tap on function surface →
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Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
ESC system:
→ Activated.
With activation the warning light extinguishes in the instrument cluster and
an appropriate message is displayed in the instrument cluster.
ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Thus helping the driver to
maintain control of the vehicle.
The TCS should normally always be enabled. The system should be deactivated
only in the following situations, for example.
An ABS intervention can be noticed through pulsating movements of the
brake pedal and distinct noises.
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When driving with snow chains.
When driving in deep snow or on a very loose surface.
When it is necessary to “rock” a car free when it has become stuck.
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When the ABS system is active, do not brake periodically or reduce the pres-
sure on the brake pedal.
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Electronic Differential Lock (EDL and XDS)
Engine drag torque control (MSR)
EDL prevents the turning of the respective wheel of the driven axle. EDL
brakes the spinning wheel, if necessary, and transmits the driving force to the
other driving wheel. Driving becomes easier on road surfaces with different
traction under each wheel of the driven axle.
The MSR prevents the blocking tendency of the drive wheels when shifting
down or with an abrupt deceleration (e.g. on icy or otherwise slippery road
surfaces).
If the drive wheels lock, the engine speed is automatically increased. This re-
duces the braking effect of the engine, and the wheels can rotate freely again.
EDL switches off automatically to avoid excessive heat generation on the
brake of the wheel being braked. Once the brakes have cooled down, there is
an automatic re-activation of EDL.
Traction control (ASR)
XDS+ is an extension to the electronic differential lock (EDL). The XDS+ re-
sponds to the release of pressure on the wheels during fast cornering by
means of a braking intervention on the wheel on the inside of the corner on
the driven axle. By decelerating the individual wheels, this prevents the vehicle
from over-steering or understeering. This has a positive effect on the driving
stability and steerability of the vehicle.
The ASR prevents spinning of the drive wheels. TCS reduces the drive power
transmitted to the wheels in the case of slipping wheels. Thus, for example,
driving on road surfaces with low grip is made easier.
During a TCS intervention, the indicator light flashes in the instrument clus-
ter.
Active steering assist (DSR)
Deactivation
Or: in the Infotainment system, in menu
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In critical situations, the DSR provides the driver with a steering recommenda-
tion in order to stabilise the vehicle. DSR is activated, for example, on the right
and left vehicle side when braking sharply on different road surfaces.
/ tap on function surface →
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ESC system:
→ ASR off.
With deactivation the warning light lights up in the instrument cluster and
an appropriate message is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Activation
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