Antilock Brake System ABS

ABS prevents locking of the wheels during braking. The vehicle remains steerable even during full brake applications, thus increasing active safety.

ABS is operational every time you start the engine.

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    The concept
    The system does not measure the actual inflation pressure in the tires. It detects a pressure loss in a tire by comparing the rotational speeds of the individual wheels while moving. In the ev ...

    Tire inflation pressures at max. speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h
    Speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h In order to drive at maximum speeds in excess of 100 mph/160 km/h, please observe, and, if necessary, adjust tire pressures for speeds exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h ...

    The concept
    Two radar sensors below the rear bumper monitor the area behind and next to the vehicle at speeds above approx. 30 mph/50 km/h. The system indicates whether there are vehicles in the blind sp ...