Anti-Lock Braking System; Driving Hints - Mitsubishi Mirage 2017 Owner's Manual

If the brake pedal is depressed suddenly, the
brakes will be applied with more force than
usual.
CAUTION
 The brake assist system is not a device
designed to exercise braking force greater
than its capacity. Make sure to always keep a
sufficient distance between your vehicle and
a vehicle in front of you without relying too
much on the brake assist system.
NOTE
 Once the brake assist system is operational,
it maintains great braking force even if the
brake pedal is lightly released.
To stop its operation, completely remove
your foot from the brake pedal.
 When the brake assist system is in use while
driving, you may feel as if the depressed
brake pedal is soft, the pedal moves in small
motions in conjunction with the operation
noise, or the vehicle body and the steering
wheel vibrate. This occurs when the brake
assist system is operating normally and does
not indicate faulty operation. Continue to
depress the brake pedal.
 When the anti-lock brake system warning
light is illuminated, the brake assist system is
not functioning.

Anti-lock braking system

The anti-lock braking system helps prevent
the wheels from locking up when braking.
This helps maintain vehicle drivability and
steering wheel handling.

Driving hints

 When using the anti-lock brakes (sudden
braking), steering 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 vehi-
cle 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 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.
Anti-lock braking system
 When the anti-lock braking system is in
use, you may feel the brake pedal vibrat-
N00517900338 ing and hear a unique sound. It 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
accidents. It is your responsibility to take
safety precautions and to drive carefully.
 To prevent failure of the anti-lock braking
system, be sure all 4 wheels and tires are the
same size and the same type.
NOTE
 You may feel the operating sound or vibra-
tion from under the body when driving
immediately after starting the engine. This is
a normal result the anti-lock braking system
makes when performing a self-check. It does
not indicate a problem.
 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 3
mph (5 km/h).
Features and controls
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