Isuzu Tilt Slide FYJ2000 Instruction Manual page 222

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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
Wheels may lock causing a skid during sudden braking or when braking on a snowy or
otherwise slippery road. The ABS prevents the wheels from locking during braking by
sensing a skid and thus helps maintain directional and control stability of the vehicle.
However, even with the ABS, difficulties resulting from driving and stopping exceeding
safe limits cannot be avoided. It is your responsibility to drive safely.
CAUTION
• The braking distance on slippery road surfaces is longer than that on a normal
dry paved road even with an ABS-equipped vehicle. The braking distance can
become even slightly longer in deep snow and on a gravel road when the ABS
works than when it does not work. Therefore, always be aware of the road and
tyre conditions (tyre type and wear condition), observe safe driving habits, and
drive while keeping a safe following distance.
• ABS does not prevent accidents if you do not drive safely with current road
conditions in mind. Drive the vehicle at a safe speed.
• Install tyres of the specified size, same brand and same tread design (including
winter tyres) on all wheels. If different tyres are installed, the braking distance
becomes longer and directional control stability of the vehicle decreases. This is
very dangerous.
• The steering wheel during sudden braking (when the ABS is working) gives you
a feeling slightly different than it does when the brakes are not applied. Operate
the steering wheel carefully keeping this in mind.
• ABS operation consumes the brake system air. When the air pressure drops
and the air pressure warning light and the buzzer are activated, immediately
stop the vehicle at a safe place and wait for the required air pressure to be
recovered before driving.
ADVICE
• Driving in sand or mud, or on a muddy road may adversely affect the brakes
and ABS sensors. Wash the vehicle to remove sand and mud after operating
the vehicle in sandy or muddy conditions.
• Before washing the vehicle, provide necessary protection to prevent water from
being splashed on the ABS components (sensors and actuators). Especially
when using high-pressure washing, be careful not to allow water to be directly
sprayed onto the ABS components and their harness connectors.
Antilock Brake System (ABS)