E-Braking f/ MY03 E-Class
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E-Braking f/ MY03 E-Class
I didn't see anyone posting information on this unique new feature for the new E-Class. ...RAB
"New E-Class Features First Large-Scale Use of Electronic Braking
An innovative electronic braking system, another Mercedes safety first, is standard equipment in all 2003-model E-Class sedans. The new brake-by-wire system provides faster, more sure-footed brake response, especially in emergencies.
While electronic braking is making its industry debut on another 2003 Mercedes-Benz model, the limited-production SL roadster, equipping all E-Class models with electronic braking represents the first large-scale use of this revolutionary technology.
With e-brakes, the brake pedal works with an array of sensors and a computer that tells four fast-acting valves exactly how hard to apply the brakes on each wheel. With split-second accuracy, the system can change brake pressure on each wheel over uneven surfaces and can even increase brake pressure on the outside wheels when braking in turns. Even ABS anti-lock and ESP stability control work more efficiently, since they are more deeply integrated with the brakes. A special electrically-driven hydraulic pump and a high-pressure reservoir (or accumulator) provide “always-on” full brake pressure to each wheel, with the computer-operated modulator valves controlling how much pressure actually operates the brakes at each wheel. A backup hydraulic master cylinder comes into play only if there’s a serious problem or electrical failure."
"New E-Class Features First Large-Scale Use of Electronic Braking
An innovative electronic braking system, another Mercedes safety first, is standard equipment in all 2003-model E-Class sedans. The new brake-by-wire system provides faster, more sure-footed brake response, especially in emergencies.
While electronic braking is making its industry debut on another 2003 Mercedes-Benz model, the limited-production SL roadster, equipping all E-Class models with electronic braking represents the first large-scale use of this revolutionary technology.
With e-brakes, the brake pedal works with an array of sensors and a computer that tells four fast-acting valves exactly how hard to apply the brakes on each wheel. With split-second accuracy, the system can change brake pressure on each wheel over uneven surfaces and can even increase brake pressure on the outside wheels when braking in turns. Even ABS anti-lock and ESP stability control work more efficiently, since they are more deeply integrated with the brakes. A special electrically-driven hydraulic pump and a high-pressure reservoir (or accumulator) provide “always-on” full brake pressure to each wheel, with the computer-operated modulator valves controlling how much pressure actually operates the brakes at each wheel. A backup hydraulic master cylinder comes into play only if there’s a serious problem or electrical failure."
