Brakes - Chevrolet Sonic 2014 Owner's Manual

148 Driving and operating

Brakes

The brake system comprises two
independent brake circuits.
If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can
still be braked using the other brake
circuit. However, braking effect is
achieved only when the brake pedal
is depressed firmly. Considerably
more force is needed for this. The
braking distance is extended. Seek
the assistance of a workshop before
continuing your journey.
Caution
If one of the circuits fail, the brake
pedal must be pressed with
greater pressure and the braking
distance may be increased. Have
the brake system checked and
repaired by a workshop
immediately. We recommend that
you consult your authorized
workshop.
If the brake pedal can be pressed
further than normal, the brakes
may be in need of repair.
Consult a workshop immediately.
We recommend that you consult
your authorized workshop.
Caution
Do not drive with your foot resting
on the brake pedal. To do so will
accelerate wear of the brake
components. The brakes may also
become overheated, resulting in
longer braking distance and an
unsafe condition.
9 Warning
After driving through deep water,
washing the vehicle, or using the
brakes excessively when going
down a steep hill, the brakes can
temporarily lose their stopping
power. This may be due to wet
brake components or overheating.
If your brakes temporarily lose
their stopping power because of
overheating: Shift to a lower gear
when going down hills. Do not
continuously apply the brakes.
If your brakes temporarily lose
their power because of wet brake
components, the following
procedure will help restore their
normal performance:
1. Check behind you for other
vehicles.
2. Keep a safe forward speed
with plenty of space to your
rear and sides.
3. Gently apply the brakes until
normal performance is
restored.
Antilock brake system
Antilock brake system (ABS)
prevents the wheels from locking.
ABS starts to regulate brake pressure
as soon as a wheel shows a tendency
to lock. The vehicle remains
steerable, even during hard braking.