IMPORTANT: If any of the ABS warning lights do
not work as described above, or come on while
driving, repair the ABS system immediately to en-
sure full antilock braking capability.
During emergency or reduced-traction stops, fully de-
press the brake pedal until the vehicle comes to a safe
stop;
do not pump
the brake pedal. With the brake pedal
fully depressed, the ABS system will control all wheels
to provide steering control and a reduced braking dis-
tance.
Although the ABS system improves vehicle control dur-
ing emergency braking situations, the driver still has the
responsibility to change driving styles depending on the
existing traffic and road conditions. For example, the
ABS system cannot prevent an accident if the driver is
speeding or following too closely on slippery road
surfaces.
Automatic Slack Adjusters
Automatic slack adjusters are required on all vehicles
equipped with air brakes manufactured after October
20, 1994. Automatic slack adjusters should never be
manually adjusted except during routine maintenance of
the foundation brakes (e.g., replacing shoes), during
slack adjuster installation or in an emergency situation.
When the brake pushrod stroke exceeds the legal brake
adjustment limit on a vehicle, there is likely a mechani-
cal problem with the foundation brake components or
the adjuster is improperly installed.
Visit a repair facility as soon as possible when brakes
equipped with automatic slack adjusters are determined
to be out of adjustment.
WARNING
Manually adjusting an automatic slack adjuster to
bring the pushrod stroke within legal limits is likely
masking a mechanical problem. Adjustment is not
repairing. In fact, continual adjustment of automatic
slack adjusters may result in premature wear of the
adjuster itself. Further, the improper adjustment of
some automatic slack adjusters may cause internal
damage to the adjuster, thereby preventing it from
properly functioning.
Brakes
7.4
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