Nissan Maxima IV 4 A32 Cefiro owners manual page 106

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ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM Theanti-lockbrakesystemcontrolsthebrakesHowever, the pulsation may indicate that road at each wheel so the wheels will not lock whenconditions are hazardous and extra care is braking abruptly or when braking on slipperyrequired while driving.The anti-lock brake system is a sophis- surfaces. The system detects the rotationSelf-test featureticated device, but is cannot prevent speedateachwheelandvariesthebrakefluid pressure to prevent each wheel from lockingThe anti-lock brake system consists of elec-accidents resulting from careless or and sliding. By preventing wheel lockup, thetronic sensors, electric pumps, and hydraulicdangerous driving techniques. It can system helps the driver maintain steering con-solenoids controlled by a computer. The com-help maintain vehicle control during trol and helps to minimize swerving and spin-puter has a built-in diagnostic feature that testsbraking on slippery surfaces, but re- ning on slippery surfaces. the system each time you start the engine andmember that the stopping distance on Using the system move the vehicle at a low speed in forward orslippery surfaces will be longer than on reverse. When the “self-test” occurs, you maynormal surfaces, even with the anti-lock Depressthebrakepedalandholditdown.Itisheara“clunk”noiseand/orfeela“pulsation” insystem.Stoppingdistancesmayalsobe not necessary to pump the brake pedal.the brake pedal. This is normal and is not anlongeronrough,gravelorsnowcovered Doing so may result in increased stoppingindication of any malfunction. If the computerroads, or if you are using tire chains. distances. senses any malfunction, it switches the anti-Always maintain a safe distance from Normal operation lock brake system OFFandturnsonthe“ABS”the vehicle in front of you. Ultimately, brake warning light in the dashboard. The The anti-lock brake system will not operate atbrake system will then behave normally, butthe responsibility for safety of self and speeds below 3 to 6 MPH (5 to 10 km/h) towithout anti-lock assistance.others rests in the hands of the driver. completely stop the vehicle. (The speeds willIf the light comes on during the self check, orTire type and condition may also affect vary according to road conditions.) When thewhile you are driving, you should take yourbraking effectiveness. anti-lock system senses that one or morevehicle to your NISSAN dealer for repair at wheels are close to locking up, the actuatoryour earliest convenience.I When replacing tires, install the (under the hood) rapidly applies and releases specified size of tires on all 4 wheels. hydraulic pressure (like pumping the brakes I When installing a spare tire, make very quickly). While the actuator is working, you may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal sure it is the proper size and type as andhearanoiseorvibration from the actuator specified on the tire placard. For tire under the hood. This is normal and indicates placard location information, refer to that the anti-lock system is working properly. 4-17 Z01.2.1/A32-D X

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