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Control ind icator u for ABS
The control indicator illuminate s for several
se cond s w he n th e ignition is switch e d on
and the system undergoes a self-check at
the same time (m ay be audible). The
system is ready for operation when the
control indicator goes out.
If the control indicator does not go out
after a few sec onds, or if it illuminates while
driving, there is a fault in the ABS. The
brake sy ste m rem ain s ope ratio nal without
AB S reg ulatio n .
You can continue driving, provided you
drive with care and anticipation.
Have the cause of the fa ult remedied. We
recommend that you consult your Vauxhall
Authorised Repa ire r. The sy ste m’s
integrated self-diagnostics allows faults to
be quickly remedied .
For optimum b ra king, keep the brak e
pedal fully depressed throughout the
braking process, despite the fac t tha t
the p edal is pulsating. Do not reduce the
pressure on the pedal.
Do not let this special safety feature
tempt you into taking risks when driving.
Traffic safety can only be achieved by
adopting a responsib le driving style.
If there is a fault in ABS, the wheels m ay
be subject to locking due to braking tha t
is heavier than normal. The a dvantages
of ABS are no longer operational. The
vehicle can no longer be steered and
may swerve.
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