2013 Chrysler 200 Owner Manual Convertible - Page 337

STARTING AND OPERATING 335 brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. deactivated. This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in the "Partial Off" mode. Refer to "Electronic Stability WARNING! Control (ESC)" in this section of this manual. • The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physBrake Assist System (BAS) ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle's braking condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The traction afforded. system detects an emergency braking situation by sens• The BAS cannot prevent collisions, including those ing the rate and amount of brake application and then resulting from excessive speed in turns, following applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the • The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes very never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the manner, which could jeopardize the user's safety or benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brakthe safety of others. ing pressure during the stopping sequence. Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer 5