Driving Vehicle

WARNING: On surfaces which are soft and deep, for example deep powdery snow, sand or gravel, braking distance may be greater than with non ABS braking. In these conditions wheel lock and build up of snow or gravel under wheels may be an aid to shorter stopping distance. However, it is still an advantage to maintain stability and maneuverability available with ABS control.

NOTE: Constant pressure on foot pedal whilst ABS is operating is more effective than cadence braking. Do not pump brake pedal as this may reduce ABS efficiency and increase stopping distance.

Switch on ignition, system will automatically carry out its self test function. This will be felt as a slight movement in brake pedal and a short, rapid series of clicks indicating that solenoid valves have been checked.
Observe warning lights, check that parking brake/fluid pressure/level warning light extinguishes after initial bulb check or when parking brake is released, indicating that power assistance is available. Note that time taken to pressurize system is approximately 20 seconds.
Start vehicle and drive away, at 7 km/h (5 mph) ABS warning light must be extinguished. See WARNING LIGHTS .
In road conditions where surface friction is sufficient to slow or stop vehicle without wheel lock, ABS does not operate.
In an emergency braking situation, if one or more wheels begin to slow rapidly in relation to vehicle speed, ABS will detect wheel locking tendency and will regulate brake pressure to maintain wheel rotation.
ABS operation will be felt as a vibration through pedal, at same time solenoid cycling will be heard.
Downward travel of pedal will also feel hard at point at which ABS operates. Little further pedal travel is possible at this point, BUT, force on pedal can be varied to influence braking while ABS retains control.