2011 Dodge Avenger Owner Manual - Page 311

STARTING AND OPERATING 309 together to enhance vehicle stability and control in vari- spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the ous driving conditions and are commonly referred to as brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. ESC. This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) the "Partial Off" mode. Refer to "Electronic Stability This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control Control (ESC)" in this section of this manual. under adverse braking conditions. The system controls hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and Brake Assist System (BAS) help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle's braking Refer to "Anti-Lock Brake System" in "Starting and capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The system detects an emergency braking situation by sensOperating" for further information. ing the rate and amount of brake application and then Traction Control System (TCS) applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes very pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brakstability. A feature of the TCS system functions similar to ing pressure during the stopping sequence. Do not a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is 5