Isuzu Tilt Slide FYJ2000 Instruction Manual page 225

Precautions for Driving an ABS-Equipped Vehicle
ABS is not a device that enables driving and stopping under conditions exceeding safe
driving limits. 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. When ABS is activated
in the following road surface conditions, the braking distance may be slightly
longer compared to that of vehicles not equipped with an ABS. Therefore,
always be aware of the road and tyre condition (tyre type and wear condition),
observe safe driving habits, and drive the vehicle while keeping a safe following
distance.
- Driving on a gravel road and deeply snow-covered road
- When tyre chains are used
- When driving over road joints or steps such as cat's-eyes
- When driving on a bumpy road, stone-paved road or track
- When driving on an iron plate or manhole lid
• ABS does not work for wheel skid during a standing start, acceleration and
cornering which do not involve braking. On a very slippery icy road, tyres may
lose their grip and the steering wheel operation may not be able to control
the vehicle's direction, resulting in very unstable driving. Always drive the
vehicle observing a safe speed well matched with both road surface and tyre
conditions, and avoid sudden braking.
• If powerful engine braking is applied on a very slippery icy road, the drive
wheels may be locked (the ABS then does not work), resulting in loss of vehicle
control. If this happens, disengage the clutch or place the gearshift lever into
"N" to prevent engine braking from acting on the drive wheels. Then, drive the
vehicle with the gearshift lever placed in an appropriate gear.
• 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.
• When ABS is activated, slight vibration and pull to one side may be felt on the
steering wheel (especially when the road surface condition is different between
right and left wheels). In addition, an operating sound is produced from the
ABS actuators. This does not indicate any abnormal condition. Stay calm and
operate the steering wheel properly.
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