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Electronic brake control system, Anti-lock brake system (abs) – Dodge 2012 Challenger-SRT - Owner Manual User Manual

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If both the “Brake Warning Light” and the “ABS Warning

Light” remain on, the ABS and EBD systems are not

functioning. Immediate repair to the ABS system is

required.

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

brake control system commonly referred to as ESC. This

system includes the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), the

Traction Control System (TCS), the Brake Assist System

(BAS), and the Electronic Stability Control (ESC). These

systems work together to enhance both vehicle stability

and control in various driving conditions.
An additional electronic brake control feature called Hill

Start Assist (HSA) is standard on manual transmission

models.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control

under adverse braking conditions by controlling hydrau-

lic brake pressure. This prevents wheel lock-up to help

avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking.

Refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System” in “Starting and

Operating” for further information.

WARNING!

The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the
traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. The
ABS cannot prevent collisions, including those result-
ing from excessive speed in turns, driving on very
slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. The capabilities
of an ABS-equipped vehicle must never be exploited
in a reckless or dangerous manner that could jeopar-
dize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

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