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The anti-lock brake system (ABS)

helps prevent the wheels from

locking up, and helps you retain

steering control by pumping the

brakes rapidly, much faster than a

person can do it.

The electronic brake distribution

(EBD) system, which is part of the

ABS, also balances the front-to-rear

braking distribution according to

vehicle loading.

You should never pump the brake pedal.

Let the ABS work for you by always

keeping firm, steady pressure on the

brake pedal. This is sometimes

referred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’

You will feel a pulsation in the brake

pedal when the ABS activates, and

you may hear some noise. This is

normal: it is the ABS rapidly

pumping the brakes. On dry

pavement, you will need to press on

the brake pedal very hard before the

ABS activates. However, you may

feel the ABS activate immediately if

you are trying to stop on snow or ice.

ABS Indicator

If the ABS indicator comes on, the

anti-lock function of the braking

system has shut down. The brakes

still work like a conventional system,

but without anti-lock. You should

have your dealer inspect your vehicle

as soon as possible.

If the ABS indicator comes on while

driving, test the brakes as shown on

page 307.

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