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Antilock Brake System With Electronic Stability Program (ESP)






ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM WITH ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP)





This vehicle uses an antilock brake system designated System 8. For this vehicle, the antilock brake system comes standard with Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and All-Speed Traction Control.

This antilock brake system uses components of the base brake system, but also features the following components:

- Integrated Control Unit (ICU) - Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) and Antilock Brake Module (ABM)
- Wheel Speed Sensors (WSS) - Four sensors (one at each wheel)

The is made up of the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) and the Antilock Brake Module (ABM). For additional information on these components, Hydraulic Control unit (HCU) - Description - DESCRIPTION)Anti-Lock Brake System Module - Description.

ALL-SPEED TRACTION CONTROL

The TCS is an all-speed traction control system that functions up to the maximum allowed vehicle speed. TCS enhances vehicle stability and mobility by reducing wheel spin when accelerating on slippery surfaces. TCS controls wheel spin by applying the brakes and/or reducing engine power.