Brake system, Electronic brake control system, Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (abs) – Ram Trucks 2015 ProMaster Commercial - Owner Manual User Manual

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BRAKE SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake

systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses

normal capability, the remaining system will still func-

tion. However, there will be some loss of overall braking

effectiveness. You may notice increased pedal travel

during application, greater pedal force required to slow

or stop, and potential activation of the “Brake System

Warning Light.”
In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e.,

repeated brake applications with the engine off) the

brakes will still function. However, the effort required to

brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required

with the power system operating.

ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic

brake control system that includes the Traction Control

System (TCS), Brake Assist System (BAS) and Electronic

Stability Control (ESC), Trailer Sway Control (TSC), and

Hill Start Assist (HSA). These systems complement the

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) by optimizing the vehicle

braking capability during emergency braking maneu-

vers.
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
The Four-Wheel ABS is designed to aid the driver in

maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking con-

ditions. The system operates with a separate computer to

modulate hydraulic pressure, to prevent wheel lock-up

and to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces.

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