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Your Driving
and
the Road
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Anfi-Lock Brakes
(CONT.)
Here's haw anti-lock works. Let's
say
the road is wet. You're driving safely.
Suddenly an animal
jumps out
in front
of ,you.
You slam on the brakes. ,Here's what
happens with ABS
.
A computer senses that wheels are
slowing down. The computer separately
works the brakesat each front wheel
and at the .rear wheels.
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The anti-lock system can change the
brake pressure faster than any driver
could. The computer is programmed to
make the most of available tire alid road
conditions.
You
can steer around the obstacle while
braking hard.
As you brake, your computer keeps
receiving updates on wheel speed a d
controls braking pressure accordingly.
CAUTION
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