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

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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.
The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to

provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor

makes a low humming noise during operation, which is

normal.
The ABS includes an amber ABS Warning Light. When

the light is illuminated, the ABS is not functioning. The

system reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes. Turning

the ignition Off and On again may reset the ABS if the

fault detected was only momentary.

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