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CAUTION:
• Even with the ABS, do not get too close to vehicles in front of you.
Keep safe following distances, whether or not your vehicle has the
ABS.
The anti-lock feature is designed to help you maintain steering
control during braking, but there could still be some loss of steering
control under certain conditions.
Driving too fast around curves or turns (especially on slippery
pavement) might result in loss of control. Drive only as fast as
conditions permit; remember, loss of control can cause an accident.
Even with the ABS, driving, steering and braking traction is
reduced on slippery surfaces. The operation of the ABS on gravel,
deep snow or bumpy roads, or if you are using tire chains, may
result in a longer stopping distance than for vehicles without ABS.
Slow down and adjust your driving to such conditions.
Do not use tires other than the manufacturer’s designated tires,
and do not mix tires or wheels of different sizes. By doing so, you
may prevent the ABS from operating at full effectiveness.
Explanation of the ABS
The ABS is designed to prevent lock-up of the wheels during braking
by automatically changing the brake pressure. This occurs only during
braking which would have caused one or more wheels to lock.
NOTICE: If the light comes on during vehicle operation, move the
vehicle to a safe spot which does not cause an obstruction to
traffic. Then take the following action:
(1) Stop the engine.
(2) Restart the engine. If the light comes on, and then goes out,
there is no problem with the ABS.
(3) Move the vehicle slowly forward. Gradually increase speed to
8MPH (13km/h). If the indicator light turns off, the ABS is normal.
If the light does not go out or comes on frequently, contact your
Isuzu dealer immediately and have the system repaired.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) Malfunction Warning Light
When the engine control switch is turned on, the indicator light
comes on for approximately 2 seconds and then goes off
automatically.
The ABS malfunction warning light comes on when there is a
problem with the ABS. Also, at this time, the “BRAKE” system warning light
comes on.
Until the ABS is fixed, you will have normal brakes, but you won't
have ABS.
The light should come on after the engine control switch is turned to
the "ON" position and, after the engine is started, blink twice and go out.
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