Vehicle driving controls
NOTE
• Do not continue depressing the brake pedal if the (READY) indicator is OFF. The
battery may be discharged.
• Noise and vibration generated during braking is normal.
• Under normal operation, electric brake pump noise and motor vibration may occur
temporarily in below cases.
◦ When the pedal is depressed suddenly.
◦ When the pedal is repeatedly depressed in short intervals.
◦ When the ABS function is activated whilst braking.
Disc brakes wear indicator
When your brake pads are worn and new pads are required, you will hear a high
pitched warning sound from your front or rear brakes. You may hear this sound come
and go or it may occur whenever you depress the brake pedal.
Note that some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when you
first apply (or lightly apply) the brakes. This is normal and does not indicate a problem
with your brakes.
NOTE
To avoid costly brake repairs, do not continue to drive with worn brake pads.
TIP
Always replace brake pads as complete front or rear axle sets.
WARNING
Frequent braking may deform components and worn the disc brake causing vibra
tion when braking. Observe the speed limit to prevent brake damage from excessive
braking.
Brake wear, noise, vibration from excessive braking or deformation of the brakes
caused by repeatedly braking in high speed, racing on tracks, etc., can be excluded
from warranty coverage.
Parking brake
Check if the brake warning light ( ) illuminates when the vehicle is in the START or
ON position. Be sure the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light (
) is off before driving.
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