Starting and driving
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ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM
（
ABS
）（
IF SO
EQUIPPED
）
Normal operation
The ABS (anti-lock brake) system
will not operate at speeds below 5
to 10 km/h to completely stop the
vehicle. (The speeds will vary
according to road conditions.)
When the anti-lock system senses
that one or more wheels are close
to locking up, the actuator (under
the hood) rapidly applies and
releases hydraulic pressure (like
pumping the brakes very quickly).
While the actuator is working, you
may feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal and hear a noise or
vibration from the actuator under
the hood. This is normal and
indicates that the anti-lock system
is working properly. However, the
pulsation may indicate that road
conditions are hazardous and
extra care is required while
driving.
Self-test feature
The
anti-lock
brake
system
consists of electronic sensors,
hydraulic pumps, and hydraulic
solenoids
controlled
by
a
computer. The computer has a
built-in diagnostic feature that
tests the system each time you
start the engine and move the
vehicle at a low speed in forward
or reverse. When the “self
-
test”
occurs, you may hear a “clunk”
noise and/or feel a “pulsation” in
the brake pedal. This is normal
and is not an indication of any
malfunction.
If
the
computer
senses
any
malfunction,
it
switches
the
antilock
brake
system OFF and turns on the
“ABS” warning light in the
dashboard. The brake system will
then behave normally, but without
anti-lock assistance.
If the light comes on during
the self check, or while you are
driving, you should take you
vehicle to your PARSKHODRO
dealer for repair at your earliest
convenience.
USE THE ABS SYSTEM
Tread down the brake pedal and
keep it.
WARNING:
Do not tread down and release
the brake pedal frequently, it
will
increase
the
brake
distance.
The anti-lock brake system is a
sophisticated
device,
but
is
cannot prevent accidents resulting
from
careless
or
dangerous
driving techniques. It can help
maintain vehicle control during
braking on slippery surfaces, but
remember
that
the
stopping
distance on slippery surfaces will
be longer than on normal surfaces,
even with the anti-lock system.
Ultimately, the responsibility for
safety of self and others rests in
the hands of the driver.
Tire type and condition may also
affect braking effectiveness.
