Operation Manual

Anti-lock braking system
Features and controls 5-93
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 When using the anti-lock brakes (sudden
braking), steering is slightly different
from normal driving conditions. Use the
steering wheel carefully.
 Always keep a safe distance from the
vehicle in front of you. Even if your vehi-
cle is equipped with the anti-lock braking
system, leave a greater braking distance
when:
• Driving on gravel or snow-covered
roads.
• Driving on uneven road surfaces.
 Operation of anti-lock braking system is
not restricted to situations where brakes
are applied suddenly. This system may
also prevent the wheels from locking
when you drive over manholes, steel
roadwork plates, road markings, or any
uneven road surface.
 When the anti-lock braking system is in
use, you may feel the brake pedal vibrat-
ing and hear a unique sound. You may
also feel as if the pedal resists being
pressed.
In this situation, simply hold the brake
pedal down firmly. Do not pump the
brake, which will result in reduced
braking performance.
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Warning light
Warning display type 1
Warning display type 2
If there is a malfunction in the system, the
anti-lock braking system warning light will
come on and the warning display will appear
on the information screen in the multi-infor-
mation display.
Under normal conditions, the anti-lock brak-
ing system warning light only comes on when
the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position and goes off a few seconds later.
Driving hints
CAUTION
 The anti-lock braking system cannot prevent
accidents. It is your responsibility to take
safety precautions and to drive carefully.
 To prevent failure of the anti-lock braking
system, be sure all four wheels and tires are
the same size and the same type.
 Never install a limited slip differential as the
ABS may not function normally.
Please consult an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.
NOTE
 After your vehicle is driven a short distance
after starting the engine, you will hear the
sound coming from the engine compartment.
These are the normal sounds the anti-lock
braking system makes when performing a
self-check. It does not indicate a malfunc-
tion.
 The anti-lock braking system can be used
after the vehicle has reached a speed over
approximately 6 mph (10 km/h). It stops
working when the vehicle slows below
approximately 3 mph (5 km/h).
Anti-lock braking system warn-
ing light / display