2011 Dodge Journey Owner Manual - Page 356

354 STARTING AND OPERATING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system commonly referred to as ESC. This system includes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and Trailer Sway Control (TSC). These systems work together to enhance both vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions. 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). ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can include ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops. You also may experience the following when the brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) system goes into Anti-lock: The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most • The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a short time after the stop), braking conditions. The system automatically "pumps" the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent • The clicking sound of solenoid valves, wheel lock-up. • Brake pedal pulsations, and When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some • A slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end of the stop.