Toyota 2007 Camry Hybrid Owner's Manual page 179

ANTI−LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM FUNCTION
The anti−lock brake system function is de-
signed to help prevent lock−up of the
wheels during sudden braking or when
braking on slippery road conditions. This
assists in providing directional stability
and steering performance of the vehicle
under these circumstances.
Effective way to press the ABS brake
pedal: When the brake pedal is de-
pressed and the anti−lock brake system
function is in action, the slip indicator
flashes. In this situation, to let the anti−
lock brake system work for you, just
hold the brake pedal down more firmly.
Do not pump the brake in a panic stop.
This will result in reduced braking per-
formance.
Depressing the brake pedal on slippery
road surfaces such as on a manhole cov-
er, a steel plate at a construction site,
joints in a bridge, etc. on a rainy day
tends to activate the anti−lock brake sys-
tem function.
'07Camry hybrid_U (L/O 0610)
When the anti−lock brake system function
is activated, you may hear the anti−lock
brake system function operating sound
and the vibrations of the vehicle body and
steering wheel. You may also hear the
motor sound in the engine compartment
even after the vehicle is stopped. Howev-
er, it does not indicate any trouble.
CAUTION
The anti−lock brake system function
is not designed to shorten braking
distance. Always drive at a moderate
speed and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front of you. De-
pending on road conditions, braking
distance may be longer than that of
a vehicle without the anti−lock brake
system. If tire chains are used, brak-
ing distance may become longer.
Compared with vehicles without an
anti−lock brake device, your vehicle
may require a longer stopping dis-
tance in the following cases:
D
Driving on rough, gravel or snow−
covered roads.
D
Driving with tire chains installed.
D
Driving over the steps such as the
joints on the road.
D
Driving on roads where the road
surface is pitted or has other differ-
ences in surface height.
If tire grip performance exceeds its
capability, or if hydroplaning occurs
during high speed driving in the rain,
the anti−lock brake system does not
provide vehicle control.
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