Mercedes-Benz GLC : Driving and driving safety systems / Function of BAS
The Brake Assist System (BAS) supports your
emergency braking situation with additional
brake force.
If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS is
activated:
- BAS automatically boosts the brake pressure.
- BAS can shorten the braking distance.
- ABS prevents the wheels from locking.
The brakes will function as usual once you
release the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated.
Function of ABS
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) regulates the
brake pressure in critical driving situations:
During braking, e.g. at full brake application
or insufficient tire traction, the wheels are
prevented from locking...
WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP® is
deactivated
If you deactivate ESP®, ESP® cannot carry
out vehicle stabilization.
ESP® should only be
deactivated in the
following situations...
Other information:
WARNING Risk of accident due to
reduced braking effect after washing the
vehicle
The braking effect is reduced after washing
the vehicle.
After the vehicle has
been washed,
brake carefully while paying attention to
the traffic conditions until the braking
effect has been fully restored...
WARNING Risk of acid burns and poisoning due to the anti-glare
mirror electrolyte
Electrolyte may escape if the glass in an automatic anti-glare mirror
breaks.
The electrolyte is hazardous to health and
causes irritation. It must not come into contact with your skin, eyes,
respiratory organs
or clothing or be swallowed...