The 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 operation. Continue to depress the brake pedal without pumping the brakes.
A system malfunction or operation conditions are indicated by a warning.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on .
WARNING
Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for safe driving:
The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), driving on ice and snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface). You can still have an accident.
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 immediately after starting the vehicle, however, it does not indicate a malfunction.
ABS/TCS/DSC
Traction Control System (TCS)Hydraulic Lash Adjuster (Hla) Removal/Installation
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
CAUTION:
If the camshaft is rotated with the timing chain removed and the piston at
the top dead center position, the valve may contact the piston and the engine ...
Hazard Warning Flasher
The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway
in an emergency.
The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard
and that they must take extreme caution when near it.
Depress the hazard warning flasher and all the turn sig ...
Direct Fuel Injection System
Purpose, Outline
Engine output has been improved through the direct injection of fuel into
the combustion chamber.
High response can be because there is no time lag from when the fuel injection
starts until the fuel is provided to the combustion chamber.
Structure
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