Anti-lock braking system
The anti-lock braking system helps prevent the wheels from locking up when braking. This helps you keep control of your vehicle and its direction. Driving hints
● When using the anti-lock brakes (sudden braking), steer- ing is slightly different from normal driving conditions. Use the steering wheel carefully.
● Always keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the anti-lock braking system, leave a greater braking distance when: • Driving on gravel or snow-covered roads. • Driving on uneven road surfaces.
● Operation of anti-lock braking system is not restricted to situations where brakes are applied suddenly. This system may also prevent the wheels from locking when you drive over manholes, steel roadwork plates, road markings, or any uneven road surface.
● When the anti-lock braking system is in use, you may feel the brake pedal vibrating and hear a unique sound. You may also feel as if the pedal resists being pressed. In this situation, simply hold the brake pedal down firmly. Do not pump the brake, which will result in reduced braking performance.
CAUTION! ● The anti-lock braking system cannot prevent acci-
dents. It is your responsibility to take safety precau- tions and to drive carefully.
● To prevent failure of the anti-lock braking system, be sure all four wheels and tires are the same size and the same type.
Features and controls
Anti-lock braking system warning light
This light comes on in the event of a malfunction in the anti- lock braking system. It will also come on as a self-check for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion. Always make sure that the light goes out before beginning to drive.
If the warning light illuminates while driving
● Since there is always a risk of your vehicle becoming unstable if you apply the brakes suddenly, be sure to brake gently and do not attempt high-speed driving. Be sure to stop the vehicle in a safe place. Test the system by restart- ing the engine and driving at a speed of about 12 mph (20 km/h) or higher.
● If the light goes out, there is no abnormal condition. If the light does not go out after driving as instructed here, or if it comes on again, the anti-lock braking system is not functioning. Only the ordinary braking system is function- ing. If this happens, take your vehicle to an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice and have the system checked as soon as possible.
CAUTION! ● If the anti-lock braking system warning light comes
on and stays on after starting the engine or while driving, it means that the anti-lock braking system is not working and that only the standard brake sys- tem is available. (The standard brake system will still work properly.) If this happens, take your vehi- cle to an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.
Features and controls
NOTE ● After your vehicle is driven a short distance after starting
the engine, you will hear a whining sound and the sound of a motor operating coming from the engine compart- ment. These are the normal sounds the anti-lock braking system makes when performing a self-check. It does not indicate a malfunction.
● The anti-lock braking system can be used after the vehicle has reached a speed over approximately 6 mph (10 km/h). It stops working when the vehicle slows below approxi- mately 3 mph (5 km/h).
● After driving on snow or icy roads, remove any snow and ice which may have been left around the wheels. On vehi- cles that have an anti-lock braking system, be careful not to damage the wheel speed sensors (A) or the cables located at each wheel.
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