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Antilock Brake System

(ABS)

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Antilock Brake System (ABS)

The ABS control unit continuously

monitors the speed of each wheel. If

one wheel is about to lock up, the ABS

responds by automatically releasing

and reapplying that wheel's brake.

The driver will feel a slight vibration in

the brake pedal and may hear a

chattering noise from the brake system.

This is normal ABS system operation.

Continue to depress the brake pedal

without pumping the brakes.

The warning light turns on when the

system has a malfunction.

Refer to ABS Warning Indication/

Warning Light on page 7-30.

WARNING

Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for

safe driving:

The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe

and reckless driving, excessive speed,

tailgating (following another vehicle

too closely), driving on ice and snow,

and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction

and road contact because of water on

the road surface). You can still have an

accident.

NOTE



Braking distances may be longer on

loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for

example) which usually have a hard

foundation. A vehicle with a normal

braking system may require less

distance to stop under these

conditions because the tires will

build up a wedge of surface layer

when the wheels skid.



The sound of the ABS operating may

be heard when starting the engine or

immediately after starting the

vehicle, however, it does not indicate

a malfunction.

When Driving

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