Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs) - Honda 2004 Civic Sedan Owner's Manual

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Anti-lock Brakes
On U.S. EX and Canadian LX and Si
models
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
helps prevent the brakes from
locking up and helps you retain
steering control by pumping the
brakes rapidly; much faster than a
person.
You should never pump the brake pedal.
Let the ABS work for you by always
keeping firm, steady pressure on the
brake pedal. This is sometimes
referred to as ''stomp and steer.''
You will feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal when the ABS activates, and
you may hear some noise. This is
normal: it is the ABS rapidly
pumping the brakes. On dry
pavement, you will need to press on
the brake pedal very hard before the
ABS activates. However, you may
feel the ABS activate immediately if
you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
ABS Indicator
ABS INDICATOR
If the ABS indicator comes on, the
anti-lock function of the braking
system has shut down. The brakes
still work like a conventional system,
but without anti-lock. You should
have the dealer inspect your vehicle
as soon as possible.

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

Important Safety Reminders
ABS does not reduce the time or
distance it takes to stop the
vehicle; It only helps with steering
control during braking.
ABS will not prevent a skid that
results from changing direction
such as trying to take a
abruptly,
corner too fast or making a sudden
lane change.
ABS cannot prevent a loss of
Always steer moderately
stability.
when you are braking hard. Severe
or sharp steering wheel movement
can still cause your vehicle to veer
into oncoming traffic or off the road.
A vehicle with ABS may require a
longer distance to stop on loose or
uneven surfaces, such as gravel or
snow, than a vehicle without anti-
lock.
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