Chrysler Journey Owner's Manual page 271

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When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph
(11 km/h), you may also hear a slight
clicking sound as well as some related
motor noises. These noises are the system
performing its self check cycle to ensure
that the ABS is working properly. This self
check occurs each time the vehicle is
started and accelerated past 7 mph
(11 km/h).
ABS is activated during braking under
certain road or stopping conditions. ABS-
inducing conditions can include ice,
snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks,
loose debris, or panic stops.
You also may experience the following
when the brake system goes into Anti-
lock:
• The ABS motor running (it may continue
to run for a short time after the stop),
• The clicking sound of solenoid valves,
• Brake pedal pulsations, and
• A slight drop or fall away of the brake
pedal at the end of the stop.
These are all normal characteristics of
ABS.
WARNING!
• The ABS contains sophisticated
electronic equipment that may be
susceptible to interference caused
by improperly installed or high
output radio transmitting equip-
ment. This interference can cause
possible loss of anti-lock braking
capability. Installation of such
equipment should be performed
by qualified professionals.
STARTING AND OPERATING
• Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes
will diminish their effectiveness
and may lead to an accident.
Pumping makes the stopping dis-
tance longer. Just press firmly on
your brake pedal when you need to
slow down or stop.
• The ABS cannot prevent the natu-
ral laws of physics from acting on
the vehicle, nor can it increase
braking or steering efficiency be-
yond that afforded by the condi-
tion of the vehicle brakes and tires
or the traction afforded.
• The ABS cannot prevent acci-
dents, including those resulting
from excessive speed in turns, fol-
lowing another vehicle too closely,
or hydroplaning.
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