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SAFETY SYSTEMS
The vehicle has the following safety systems:
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
For the operation of the systems, see the
fol
lowing pages.
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
The Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) control
unit continuously monitors the speed of each
wheel. If one wheel is about to lock up, the
ABS responds by automatically releasing and
reapplying that wheel's brake. The driver will
feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal and
may hear a chattering noise from the brake
system. This is normal ABS system opera
-
tion. Continue to depress the brake pedal
wit
hout pumping the brakes. The warning
light turns on when the system has a
malfunction. Refer to “Warning Lights And
Messages” in “Getting To Know Your Instru
-
ment Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Braking distances may be longer on loose
surfaces (snow or gravel, for example)
which usually have a hard foundation. A
vehicle with a normal braking system may
require less distance to stop under these
conditions because the tires will build up
a wedge of surface layer when the wheels
skid.
The sound of the ABS operating may be
heard when starting the engine or immedi-
ately after starting the vehicle; however, it
d
oe
s not indicate a malfunction.
WARNING!
The ABS contains sophisticated elec-
tronic equipment that may be suscep-
tible to interference caused by
i
mp
roperly installed or high output radio
transmitting equipment. This interfer
-
ence can cause possible loss of anti-lock
bra
king capability. Installation of such
equipment should be performed by qual
-
ified professionals.
Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will
diminish their effectiveness and may
lead to a collision. Pumping makes the
stopping distance longer. Just press
firmly on your brake pedal when you
need to slow down or stop.
The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws
of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor
can it increase braking or steering effi
-
ciency beyond that afforded by the
con
dition of the vehicle brakes and tires
or the traction afforded.
The ABS cannot prevent collisions,
including those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, following another vehicle
too closely, or hydroplaning.
The capabilities of an ABS equipped
vehicle must never be exploited in a
reckless or dangerous manner that could
jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety
of others.
WARNING! (Continued)
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