KIA Magentis 2006 - Manual (Page 91)

BRAKE SYSTEM
POWER BRAKES
Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes
that adjust automatically through normal
usage.
In the event that brake system power
assist is lost because of a stalled engine
or some other reason, you can still stop
your vehicle by applying greater force to
the brake pedal than you normally
would. The stopping distance, however,
will be longer than usual.
When the engine is not running, the
reserve brake power is partially depleted
each time the brake pedal is depressed.
Do not pump the brake pedal when the
power assist has been interrupted, except
when necessary to maintain steering
control on slippery surfaces.
ANTI LOCK BRAKES (ABS)
(IF EQUIPPED)
The anti-lock brake system is designed
to prevent lock-up of the wheels during
sudden braking or braking on slippery
surfaces. Compared to a conventional
brake system, the anti-lock brake system
provides greater steering control during
braking in such situations.
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE
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WARNING - ABS Brakes
• The anti-lock brake system
(ABS) cannot compensate for
bad road conditions, for
unsafe or reckless driving or
for bad judgement.
• The ABS is designed to
improve maximum braking
effectiveness on typical
highways and roads in good
condition.
On road surfaces which are
in poor condition, the ABS
may actually reduce braking
effectiveness.
• Always operate your vehicle
at reasonable speeds that are
safe for weather and traffic
conditions.
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