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 braking pressure accordingly.
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change
the
time
you
need
to
get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease
stopping distance.
If
you get too close to the vehicle
in
front
of
you, you won’t have time
to
apply your brakes
if
that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave
enough room up ahead
to
stop, even though you have
anti-lock brakes.
Using
Anti-Lock
Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down
firmly
and let anti-lock work for you.
You
may
feel the
brakes vibrate, or you may notice some noise,
but
this
is
normal. On vehicles
with
four-wheel drive, your
anti-lock brakes work at all times
--
whether you are
in
two-wheel drive
or
four-wheel drive.
Braking in Emergencies
With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same
time.
In
many emergencies, steering can help you more
than even the very best braking.
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