During emergency braking, it is necessary to maintain control of the vehicle and reduce the risk of loss of control and wheel lock due to loss of traction, which depends on the type of road surface, weather conditions, and driver actions.
The ABS system is designed to prevent such occurrences.
Driving safety is improved because the ABS prevents wheel lock during braking, even if the driver presses the brake pedal too hard and abruptly, allowing the driver to maintain control of the vehicle and not lose it. ABS makes it possible to avoid an obstacle while braking.
Furthermore, ABS reduces the braking distance in cases of poor traction of individual wheels (wet, slippery, or uneven road surfaces).
While the ABS system allows you to confidently control the vehicle during braking, it cannot improve the performance characteristics physically related to the conditions of wheel traction. Therefore, it is important to observe normal safe driving rules, such as maintaining a safe distance from the vehicle in front.
The fact that the vehicle provides high driving safety does not mean that you can take unnecessary risks.
When the ABS is activated, you will notice a noticeable vibration in the brake pedal.
This warns that The tires' traction has reached its limit and you need to adjust your driving style to suit the road conditions.
If the ABS is faulty, two situations may occur:
1. The orange "ABS" and "Service" warning lights on the instrument panel will illuminate.
In this case, braking will occur as if the car did not have an ABS system.
You must contact a Renault service center immediately.
2. The orange "ABS" warning light, the red "Caution!" brake system malfunction light, the "Service" and "Stop" warning lights, and a corresponding message appear on the instrument panel.
This indicates a fault in both the ABS and the braking system.
The vehicle's braking system may still be partially functional.
However, sudden braking is extremely dangerous, so you must stop immediately as soon as driving conditions permit.
In this case, you should immediately contact a Renault service center.
The ABS system controls the service brake pressure independently of the force applied to the brake pedal.
Therefore, in the event of emergency braking, press the brake pedal firmly and continuously.
There is no need to intermittently press the pedal.
Emergency Brake Assistance
The emergency braking system complements the ABS system and helps reduce the vehicle's braking distance.
Operating Principle
Using a sensor that measures the speed at which the brake pedal is pressed, the system can detect emergency braking.
In this case, the emergency braking system instantly develops maximum braking force, which allows the ABS system to engage more quickly.
ABS-controlled braking is maintained as long as the brake pedal is pressed.
Hazard warning light activation
In some vehicle trim levels, the turn signals are automatically activated in emergency braking mode during very abrupt braking. alarm.
The system allows for better control of the vehicle during extreme driving and adapts it to an individual's driving style.
However, this system does not replace driver skill.
It does not expand the vehicle's capabilities and should not be a reason for driving at higher speeds.
Even with this system, you must drive with caution and be attentive (always be prepared for any unexpected events that may arise while driving).