If your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock brake system, if you turn the steering wheel during heavy braking, it will have the same effect as if you turned the steering wheel without depressing the brake pedal. Therefore, be careful when turning the steering wheel.
Although the stopping distance of a vehicle with ABS is usually shorter than that of a vehicle without ABS, it is highly dependent on road conditions and many other factors. Therefore, keep the same distance from the vehicle in front as if your vehicle did not have an ABS system.
Also, since the stopping distance on a gravel or slippery road is longer for a vehicle with ABS than for a vehicle without ABS, it is necessary to drive at a reduced speed on such roads.
When driving on slippery roads, depress the brake pedal gradually and do not release it abruptly.
Do not attempt to release the brake pedal to prevent the wheels from locking on a vehicle with ABS.
After driving on an icy or snowy road, clean off snow and ice that may have accumulated around the wheels. When doing this, be careful not to damage the wheel speed sensors and their connecting wires. Sensors are installed on each of the wheels of a vehicle with an ABS system.
If the ABS warning light comes on after starting the engine or while driving, there is a problem with the ABS system and only the normal braking system is now functioning. In this case, contact a specialist to check the ABS system.
When the ABS system is operating, a slight vibration of the vehicle body, steering wheel and brake pedal may be felt. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
After starting the engine and when the vehicle speed reaches 8 km/h, the noise of a running engine and a howling sound can be heard in the engine compartment. These sounds are produced by the ABS system during self-testing and do not indicate a malfunction.
Attention! In order for the ABS system to function correctly, the following must be observed.
Attention! Do not install a limited slip differential on a vehicle with ABS.
Attention! Install tires of the same size and brand on all wheels.