Dynamic Stability Control DSC

ABS prevents locking of the wheels during braking. Safe steering response is maintained even during full braking. Active safety is thus increased. Braking safely, refer to page 85. Among others, ABS includes the following functions: > Cornering Brake Control CBC > Electronic brake-force distribution EBV > Brake Assist

Cornering Brake Control CBC

Driving stability and steering characteristics are further enhanced while braking in turns or during a lane change.

Electronic brake-force distribution EBV

The system controls the brake pressure in the rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior.

Brake Assist

Rapidly depressing the brake causes this system to automatically develop maximum braking force. Thus, the system helps keep braking distance to a minimum. At the same time, all the benefits provided by ABS are exploited. Do not reduce the pressure on the brake for the duration of the full braking application.

Dynamic Stability Control DSC

DSC prevents the driving wheels from losing traction when you pull away from rest or accelerate. The system also recognizes unstable driving conditions, for example if the rear of the car is about to swerve or if momentum is acting at an angle past the front wheels. In these cases, DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe course within physical limits by reducing engine output and through braking actions at the individual wheels. DSC also encompasses the following functions: > Antilock Brake System ABS > Electronic brake-force distribution EBV > Brake Assist > Cornering Brake Control CBC > Hill Start Assist

Deactivating DSC

Press the button repeatedly until the DSC indicator lamps come on. DSC is deactivated. Stabilizing and propulsion promoting actions are no longer executed. When driving with snow chains or to 'rock free' in snow, it can be helpful to switch off DSC for a brief period. To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again as soon as possible.

Activating DSC

Press the button again: the DSC indicator lamps go out.

For better control

If the indicator lampflashes: The DSC controls the driving and breaking forces. If the indicator lamps are on: DSC is deactivated.