Dodge 2013 Grand_Caravan - Owner Manual User Manual

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ABS is activated during braking under certain road or
stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in-
clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose
debris, or panic stops.

You may experience the following when the brake system
goes into anti-lock:

• The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a

short time after the stop)

• A clicking sound of solenoid valves
• Brake pedal pulsations
• A slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end

of the stop

WARNING!

The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisti-

cated electronic equipment that may be susceptible
to interference caused by improperly installed, or
high output radio transmitting equipment. This
interference can cause possible loss of anti-lock
braking capability. Installation of such equipment
should be performed by qualified professionals.

Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish

their effectiveness and may lead to a collision.
Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just
press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to
slow down or stop.

The Anti-Lock Brake System cannot prevent colli-

sions, including those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, following another vehicle too
closely, or hydroplaning.

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