Black plate (33,1)Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2011Driving and Operating 9-33EPB ReleaseTo release the EPB, place theignition in the ON/RUN position,apply and hold the brake pedal,and push down momentarily onthe EPB switch. If you attempt torelease the EPB without the brakepedal applied, a chime will sound,and the DIC message STEP ONBRAKE TO RELEASE PARKBRAKE will be displayed. The EPBis released when the parking brakestatus light is off.If the parking brake warning lightis on, the EPB has detected anerror in another system and isoperating with reduced functionality.To release the EPB when this lightis on, push down on the EPB switchand hold it in the down position.EPB release may take a longerperiod of time than normal whenthis light is on. Continue to hold theswitch until the parking brake statuslight is off. If the light is on, see yourdealer.Notice: Driving with the parkingbrake on can overheat the brakesystem and cause prematurewear or damage to brake systemparts. Make sure that the parkingbrake is fully released and thebrake warning light is off beforedriving.Automatic EPB ReleaseThe EPB will automaticallyrelease if the vehicle is running,placed into gear, and an attemptis made to drive away. Avoid rapidacceleration when the EPB isapplied, to preserve parkingbrake lining life.If you are towing a trailer andparking on a hill, see DrivingCharacteristics and Towing Tips onpage 9‑54 for more information.Brake AssistThis vehicle has a brake assistfeature designed to assist thedriver in stopping or decreasingvehicle speed in emergency drivingconditions. This feature uses thestability system hydraulic brakecontrol module to supplementthe power brake system underconditions where the driver hasquickly and forcefully applied thebrake pedal in an attempt to quicklystop or slow down the vehicle.The stability system hydraulic brakecontrol module increases brakepressure at each corner of thevehicle until the ABS activates.Minor brake pedal pulsation orpedal movement during this timeis normal and the driver shouldcontinue to apply the brake pedalas the driving situation dictates.The brake assist feature willautomatically disengage whenthe brake pedal is released orbrake pedal pressure is quicklydecreased.Ofrecido por www.electromanuales.com
