Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) helps to improve vehicle control (stopping and steering) during severe braking conditions by limiting brake lockup. When the system "senses" impending lockup, braking pressure is automatically modulated in order to help prevent lockup that could lead to a skid.
The system performs a brief self-diagnostic test when the engine has been started and driver releases the brake pedal. Another automatic test may be performed when the vehicle first reaches a speed of approximately 6 mph (10 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several times and a sound may be audible from the ABS control module, which is normal.
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of the brake pads can be checked by raising
the vehicle (see page 306 for information
about using the jack and removing a wheel)
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released while driving down hills, the vehicle's
speed slows as the engine runs at lower rpm
(the normal engine braking effect). However, if
the downhil ...
Attaching the towing eyelet
The towing eyelet is located under the floor of the trunk. This eyelet must
be screwed into the positions provided on the right sides of either the front
or rear bumper (see illustration).
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