BRAKE SYSTEM
POWER BRAKES
Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes
that adjust automatically through normal
usage.
In the event that brake system power
assist is lost because of a stalled engine
or some other reason, you can still stop
your vehicle by applying greater force to
the brake pedal than you normally
would. The stopping distance, however,
will be longer than usual.
When the engine is not running, the
reserve brake power is partially depleted
each time the brake pedal is depressed.
Do not pump the brake pedal when the
power assist has been interrupted, except
when necessary to maintain steering
control on slippery surfaces.
ANTI LOCK BRAKES (ABS)
(IF EQUIPPED)
The anti-lock brake system is designed
to prevent lock-up of the wheels during
sudden braking or braking on slippery
surfaces. Compared to a conventional
brake system, the anti-lock brake system
provides greater steering control during
braking in such situations.
WARNING - ABS BRAKES
• The anti-lock brake system
(ABS) cannot compensate for
bad road conditions, for unsafe
or reckless driving or for bad
judgement.
• The ABS is designed to improve
maximum braking effectiveness
on typical highways and roads
in good condition. On road
surfaces which are in poor
condition, the ABS may actually
reduce braking effec-tiveness.
• Always operate your vehicle at
reasonable speeds that are safe
for weather and traffic con-
ditions.
During normal driving conditions, the
anti-lock brake system operates the same
as a conventional brake system. When
the anti-lock brake system is engaged
due to imminent loss of traction, a
pulsation of the brake pedal will result
and you may hear or feel “chattering”.
This is a normal condition and indicates
the system is functioning properly.
When driving a vehicle equipped with
anti-lock brakes, adjust your driving
according to the road and traffic
conditions and keep the following in
mind.
• Do not pump the brakes as you
would when driving a vehicle not
equipped with an anti-lock brake
system (ABS).
In order for the ABS to function
normally, press the brake pedal
firmly, without pumping the pedal.
• Even with the anti-lock brake system,
your vehicle still requires a sufficient
stopping distance. Always maintain a
safe distance from the vehicle in
front of you.
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE
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