Anti-Lock Braking System - Chevrolet Sail Diesel Owner's Manual

If the brakes temporarily lose its
function because of overheating:
Shift to a lower gear when driving
downhill.
Take the following steps if the brakes
temporarily lose function due to wet
components:
1. Check whether there is any vehicle
following.
2. Maintain a safe speed, make sure
that there is enough space behind
and to both sides of your vehicle.
3. Depress the brake carefully until
performance returns to normal.

Anti-lock Braking System

Your vehicle may be equipped with this
function.
The Anti-lock Braking System is an
advanced electronic brake system
which helps to prevent slip and
skidding. This system can help to
bypass obstacles when braking
suddenly and provide maximum
braking force on slippery roads.
The ABS warning light will light
momentarily when the ignition switch
is turned ON. If the ABS warning light
stays on or lights during driving, it
indicates a problem with the ABS.
Consult your CHEVROLET retailer for
necessary repair. See ABS Warning
Light on page 57.
The ABS system will monitor the speed
of each wheel during the braking
process. If one wheel has a tendency to
lock up, the system will control the
front and rear wheel brakes separately.
The brake pedal will usually vibrate
slightly with some noise when ABS is
working.
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ABS will not change the time needed
for braking, neither it will necessar-
ily shorten the braking distance.
Even if ABS is equipped, an
adequate braking distance should be
maintained.
Faults
If there is a fault in the ABS, the
wheels may be liable to lock due to
braking that is heavier than normal.
The advantages of ABS are no longer
available. During hard braking, the
vehicle can no longer be steered and
may swerve.
Have the cause of the fault remedied by
a CHEVROLET retailer.
Caution
Warning