FIAT Punto Classic - Manual (Page 114)

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SAFETY DEVICES
CORRECT USE OF THE CAR
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The ABS exploits the tyre-road grip at the best, but it cannot improve it; you
should therefore take every care when driving on slippery surfaces without taking
unnecessary risks.
WARNING
ABS SYSTEM (where provided)
The car is fitted with an ABS braking system, which
prevents the wheels from locking when braking, makes
the most of road grip and gives the best control when
emergency braking under difficult road conditions.
System is completed by EBD (Electronic Braking Force
Distribution), which distributes the braking action
between front and rear wheels.
If the ABS system cuts in it is a sign that the grip
between the tyre and the road surface has reached the
limit: you must slow down to match the speed to the
road grip available.
IMPORTANT To have the maximum efficiency of the
braking system, it is necessary a setting period of
about 500 km: during this period, it is better to avoid
sharp, repeated and prolonged brakes.
ABS INTERVENTION
When braking a slight pulsing accompanied by noise
may be felt on the brake pedal due to the action of the
ABS system.
When the ABS cuts in, and you feel the brake pedal pulsating, do not remove your
foot, but keep it pressed; in doing so you will stop in the shortest amount of space
possible under the current road conditions.
WARNING