Tiffin Motorhomes Wayfarer TM 2021 Series, Owner'S Manual

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DRIVING YOUR MOTORHOME CONTINUED
FOUR-WHEEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
Your motorhome is equipped with Anti-Lock (ABS) brakes. Use anti-lock brakes like
normal brakes. You may feel the brakes vibrate, or you may notice some noise outside
your motorhome, but this is normal. Let anti-lock work for you, but remember: Your
front wheels can still stop rolling. If that happens, release enough pressure on the brakes
to get the wheels rolling again so you can steer.
The (ABS) symbol on your dash momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on
and the engine is off. If the light stays on, the (ABS) needs to be serviced. With the
(ABS) light on, the anti-lock brake system system is disabled and normal braking is still
effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake
released.
The (ABS) performs a self-check after you start the engine and begin to drive away. A
brief mechanical noise may be heard during this test. This is normal. If a malfunction is
found, the (ABS) warning light will come on. If the motorhome has a continuous
vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, please contact an authorized
Ford Dealership for maintenance.
The (ABS) operates by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during braking applications
and compensates for this tendency. The wheels are prevented from locking even when
the brakes are firmly applied. In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the
(ABS) is required, apply continuous force on the brake pedal.
The (ABS) will be activated immediately, thus allowing you to retain full steering
control of your motorhome and, providing there is sufficient space will enable you to
avoid obstacles and bring the motorhome to a controlled stop.
The anti-lock system does not decrease the time necessary to apply the brakes or always
reduce stopping distance. Always leave enough room between your motorhome and
other vehicles in front and around you.
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