324 - Audi A6 2005 - VolksPage.Net

Brake systemFunctionalitiesDriveAssistThe DriveAssist function can now be used on allvehicles with manual gearbox. The brake openingtime depends on the vehicle tilt, accelerator pedalposition, clutch pedal position and clutching speed.The EPB control unit calculates the clutching speedby evaluating the change in the position of theclutch pedal over time. A newly developed contactfreepedal sensor is used to record the clutch pedalposition.The EPB control unit must also consider whetherthe vehicle, which is positioned on a slope, is takingoff forwards or backwards.By evaluating a CAN message from the control unitfor central convenience electronics J393, theEPB control unit determines whether thereversing light is on.While detecting the intended forward or reversetravel down a slope, the brake is opened for drivingoff, even with a considerably reduced enginetorque.Generally, the function can only be activated whenthe safety belt is fastened.The DriveAssist function can no longer bedeactivated in Customer Service.24