Operation Manual

Anti-lock braking system
Features and controls 5-87
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The anti-lock braking system helps prevent
the wheels from locking up when braking.
This helps maintain vehicle drivability and
steering wheel handling.
 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 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. It 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
 When the brake assist system is in use while
driving, you may feel as if the depressed
brake pedal is soft, the pedal moves in small
motions in conjunction with the operation
noise, or the vehicle body and the steering
wheel vibrate. This occurs when the brake
assist system is operating normally and does
not indicate faulty operation. Continue to
depress the brake pedal.
 You may hear an operation noise when the
brake pedal is suddenly or fully depressed
while stationary. This does not indicate a
malfunction and the brake assist system is
operating normally.
 When the anti-lock brake system warning
light or only active stability control warning
light illuminate, the brake assist system in
not functioning.
Anti-lock braking system
NOTE
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 4 wheels and tires are the
same size and the same type.
NOTE
 A whining sound is emitted from the engine
compartment when driving immediately
after starting the engine. These are the nor-
mal sounds the anti-lock braking system
makes when performing a self-check. It does
not indicate a malfunction.
 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 3
mph (5 km/h).
Anti-lock braking system warn-
ing light / display
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