2011 Chrysler 300 Owner Manual - Page 327

STARTING AND OPERATING 325 WARNING! (Continued) • Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or injury. Also be certain to leave the transmission in PARK. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury. the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock-up. The Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) prevents the rear wheels from over-braking and provides greater control of available braking forces applied to the rear axle. When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises. These noises are the system performing its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS is working properly. This self check occurs each time the vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h). CAUTION! If the "Brake Warning Light" remains on with the parking brake released, a brake system malfunction is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. 5 ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can inANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased debris, or panic stops. vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically "pumps"