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SAFETY 94 50) 51) AST (Alfa™ Steering Torque) SYSTEM 52) The AST function integrates the ESC system with the electric power steering to increase the safety level of the whole car. with different grip conditions), through the AST function, the ESC system controls the steering to implement an additional torque contribution on the steering wheel, to suggest the most correct manoeuvre to the driver. and steering increases the sensation of safety and control of the car. ATV (Alfa™ Active Torque Vectoring) SYSTEM The dynamic drive control is used to optimise and balance the drive torque between the wheels of the same axis. The ATV system improves grip when cornering by sending more drive torque to the outside wheel. of the car travel more than the internal ones and therefore turn faster, sending a higher thrust to the external rear wheel allows for the car to be more stable and to not suffer a phenomenon called "understeer". Understeer occurs when, during a turn, a car tends to widen the set trajectory, in this situation the lateral acceleration the car is subjected to becomes higher that the grip of the tyres, which are unable to maintain the car in the trajectory set by the driver through the steering angle determined by turning the steering wheel. WARNING 40) For maximum efficiency of the braking system, a bedding-in period of about 500 km (310 miles) is required: during this period it is advisable to avoid sharp, repeated and prolonged braking. 41) If the ABS intervenes, this indicates that the grip of the tyres on the road is nearing its limit: you must slow down to a speed compatible with the available grip. 42) The system cannot overrule the natural laws of physics, and cannot increase the grip available according to the condition of the road. 43) The system cannot prevent accidents, including those due to excessive speed on corners, driving on low-grip surfaces or aquaplaning. 44) The capability of the system must never be tested irresponsibly and dangerously, in such a way as to compromise personal safety and the safety of others. 45) For the correct operation of the system, the tyres must of necessity be the same make and type on all wheels, in perfect condition and, above all, of the prescribed type and dimensions. 46) The features must not induce the driver to take unnecessary or unwarranted risks. Your driving style must always be suited to the road conditions, visibility and traffic. The driver is, in any case, responsible for safe driving. 47) There may be a brief delay in shifting to AWD mode after a tyre slipping event. 48) When a DTC system failure symbol appears, the driver must be aware of the different driving reaction and therefore warns the driver not to drive in areas that require four- wheel drive or on snow-covered roads. 49) The ESC system cannot prevent accidents, including those due to excessive speed on corners, driving on low-grip surfaces or aquaplaning. 50) The HSA system is not a parking brake; therefore, never leave the car without having engaged the electric parking brake, turned the engine off and engaged first gear, so that it is parked in safe conditions (for further information read the "Parking" paragraph in the "Starting and driving" chapter). 51) There may be situations on small gradients (less than 8%), with vehicle laden, in which the Hill Start Assist system may not activate, causing a slight reversing motion and increasing the risk of collision with another vehicle or object. The driver is, in any case, responsible for safe driving. 52) The AST system is an aid for driving and does not relieve the driver of responsibility for driving the car. |