Anti-lock brakes (abs) – HONDA 2013 Insight - Owner's Manual User Manual

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If the ABS indicator and the brake
system indicator come on together,
and the parking brake is fully
released, the EBD system may also
be shut down.

Test your brakes as instructed on

page

. If the brakes feel normal,

drive slowly and have your vehicle
repaired by your dealer as soon as
possible. Avoid sudden hard braking
which could cause the rear
wheels to lock up and possibly
lead to a loss of control.

Always steer moderately

when you are braking hard. Severe
or sharp steering wheel movement
can still cause your vehicle to veer
into oncoming traffic or off the road.

on loose or

uneven surfaces, such as gravel or

such as trying to take a

corner too fast or making a sudden
lane change. Always drive at a

It only helps with steering

control during braking.

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Important Saf ety Reminders

ABS cannot prevent a loss of
stability.

A vehicle with ABS may require a
longer distance to stop

ABS will not prevent a skid that
results f rom changing direction
abruptly,

ABS does not reduce the time or
distance it takes to stop the
vehicle.

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safe speed for the road and
weather conditions.

anti-lock.

or snow, than a vehicle without

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