However, ABS should not be expected to shorten the braking distance under all road conditions. When driving on gravel or on fresh snow lying on a slippery road surface, when you already need to drive slowly and with great care, the braking distance may even increase.
ABS action
When the vehicle reaches a speed of 6 km/h, an automatic check of the ABS functionality takes place. At the same time, a characteristic sound can be heard.
When the circumferential speed of a wheel becomes less than the speed of the vehicle and the wheel is on the verge of locking, the pressure in the brake actuator of that wheel is reduced. The pressure in the drive is regulated separately for the front wheels, while the pressure in the drive is regulated on both wheels at the rear. Thanks to this, the braking of both rear wheels is the same, and the stability of the car remains as good as it is generally possible under given road conditions. This adjustment process can be seen by the pulsating movements of the brake pedal and by a specific sound. This should be a kind of warning to the driver that one or more wheels are starting to lock up. In order for the ABS to work optimally, you should keep the brake pedal constantly depressed during braking and in no case make pumping movements.
Warning: Even ABS cannot overcome the laws of physics. This should not be forgotten, especially when driving on slippery or wet roads. As soon as the ABC starts to function actively, it is necessary to immediately bring the speed in line with the condition of the road surface and the general traffic conditions. Increased vehicle safety does not mean that you can recklessly risk your own safety and the safety of others.
If there is any malfunction in the ABS, one or two warning lamps signal this.
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