Power brakes function only when theengine is running
The power brakes utilize vacuum pressure which is only created when the engine is running.
Never let the vehicle roll to a stop with the engine switched off.
If the power brakes are not working, considerably higher pressure will be required on the brake pedal to compensate for the lack of power assistance. This can happen for example when towing your vehicle or if the engine is switched off when the vehicle is rolling. The brake pedal feels harder than usual.
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Switching off the engine
With the engine running, press the START/
STOP ENGINE button.
If the gear selector is not in the P position or if
the vehicle is moving, press the button twice or
press and hold it in until the ...
Seat belt pretensioners
All seat belts are equipped with pretensioners that reduce slack in the belts.
These pretensioners are triggered in situations where the front or side impact airbags
deploy, and in certain impacts ...
Emergency Brake Assistance
EBA is designed to provide full brake effect
immediately in the event of sudden, hard braking.
The system is activated by the speed with
which the brake pedal is depressed.
When the EBA system i ...