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)Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada)
Registering your vehicle in a foreign country may be problematic depending on
whether it meets the specific emission and safety standards of the country in which
the vehicle will be driven. Consequently, your vehicle may require modifications
at personal expense in order to meet the regulation ...
Windshield Wipers and Washer
The ignition must be switched ON.
WARNING
Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir:
Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield,
it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident.
Only use wind ...
Catch Tank
Purpose, Function
Suppresses pulsation occurring before evaporative gas is inducted into the
intake manifold.
Construction
The catch tank is installed in the engine compartment.
Operation
When evaporative gas flows from the charcoal canister to the purge sol ...