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SAFETY FEATURES Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most brak- ing conditions. The system automatically prevents wheel lock, and enhances vehicle control during braking. is working properly each time the vehicle is started and driven. During this self-check, you may hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises. one or more wheels begin to lock. Road conditions such as ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops may increase the likelihood of ABS activa- tion(s). time after the stop). • The clicking sound of solenoid valves. These are all normal characteristics of ABS. WARNING! • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip- ment that may be susceptible to interference caused • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. Pumping • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase brak- • The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following (Continued) 198 SAFETY |