User Guide

The ABS operates by detecting the
onset of wheel lockup during brake
applications and compensates for
this tendency. The wheels are
prevented from locking even when
the brakes are firmly applied. The
accompanying illustration depicts
the advantage of an ABS equipped
vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABS
equipped vehicle (on top) during hard braking with loss of front braking
traction.
ABS warning lamp
ABS
The
ABS
warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates
when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light does not
illuminate momentarily at start up or remains on the ABS needs to be
serviced.
With the ABS light on, the anti-lock
brake system is disabled and normal
braking is still effective unless the
brake warning light also remains
illuminated with parking brake released. (If your brake warning lamp
illuminates, have your vehicle serviced immediately.)
Operation of the anti-lock braking system
The anti-lock braking system is not employed during normal braking. It
becomes operational only when it senses differences in the rotational
speed of the road wheels indicating that they are about to lock up. Its
operation is indicated by a pulsing or vibration of the brake pedal.
Braking with ABS
In an emergency, apply full force on the brake pedal. The anti-lock
braking system will be activated immediately, thus allowing you to retain
steering control of your vehicle and may allow you to avoid obstacles.
Some tire noise may be evident but does not necessarily indicate wheel
lock.
You should familiarize yourself with this braking technique. However
avoid taking any unnecessary risks.
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