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The braking system – Acura 2000 Integra Sedan - Owner's Manual User Manual

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The Braking System

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.

Activation varies with the amount of

traction your tires have. On dry
pavement, you will need to press on

the brake pedal very hard before you

activate the ABS. However, you may

feel the ABS activate immediately if
you are trying to stop on snow or ice.

Important Safety Reminders

ABS does not reduce the time or

distance it takes to stop the car, it

only helps with steering control
during braking. You should always
maintain a safe following distance
from other vehicles.

ABS will not prevent a skid that

results from changing direction

abruptly, such as trying to take a

corner too fast or making a sudden
lane change. Always drive at a safe,
prudent speed for the road and

weather conditions.

ABS cannot prevent a loss of

stability. Always steer moderately

when you are braking hard. Severe

or sharp steering wheel movement
can still cause your car 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. Slow down and allow a greater
distance between vehicles under
those conditions.

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