2011 Dodge Nitro Owner Manual - Page 318

STARTING AND OPERATING 315 a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the deactivated. brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine WARNING! torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the the "Partial Off" mode. Refer to "Electronic Stability natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, Control (ESC)" in this section for further information. nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing Brake Assist System (BAS) road conditions. BAS cannot prevent collisions, inThe BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle's braking cluding those resulting from excessive speed in capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydrosystem detects an emergency braking situation by sens- planing. The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle ing the rate and amount of brake application and then must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help manner which could jeopardize the user's safety or reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the the safety of others. Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the benefit of the system, you must apply continuous braking pressure during the stopping sequence. Do not 5