Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet.
You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in
front
of
you.
You
slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with
ABS.
A
computer senses that wheels are slowing down.
If
one
of
the wheels
is
about to stop rolling, the computer will
separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at
both rear wheels.
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster
than any driver could. The computer is programmed to
make
the most
of
available tire and road conditions.
You
can steer around
the
obstacle while braking hard.
As
you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on
wheel speed and controls bralung pressure accordingly.
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