Alfa Romeo 147 GTA owners manual page 182

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DRIVING ON SNOW AND ICE DRIVING WITH ABS REDUCING RUNNING Here are a few suggestions for driving inThe ABS is a part of the braking system these conditions: which essentially offers 2 advantages:COSTS AND ENVIRONMENT – Drive very slowly. 1) it prevents locking, thus skidding, of thePOLLUTION wheels during emergency braking and es- – On a snowy road, fit winter tyres or snow chains; see the related paragraphs inpecially under conditions with poor grip; By following a few simple guidelines, it this chapter. 2) it allows braking and steering at the same time, to avoid any sudden obstaclesis possible to save vehicle running costs and – Use engine braking where possible andor to direct the car as required when brak-reduce harmful emissions. avoid abrupt braking. ing, compatibly with the physical limits of – Braking with a car without ABS, avoidlateral grip of the tyre.GENERAL CONSIDERATIONSCORRECT USE OF THE CAR locking the wheels, modulating the pressureTo make the most of the ABS: on the brake pedal. Vehicle maintenance – Avoid abrupt acceleration and changes– In emergency braking or when grip is low, a slight pulsing can be felt on the brakeThe conditions of the vehicle represent an of direction. pedal: this means that the ABS has come in-important factor which affects fuel con- y – During cold weather even apparently drto action. Do not release the pedal, but con-sumption as well as travelling tranquillity and the life of the vehicle. For this reason, roads may be covered with occasional patch-tinue pressing it to give continuity to the es of ice. Pay great attention therefore whenbraking action.it is wise to take care of its maintenance driving on roads which are in the shade, or ried outhave the checks and adjustments car – The ABS prevents the wheels from lock-in accordance with the “Scheduled Mainte- where rocks or trees line the road and on which ice may persist. ing but it does not increase the physical lim-nance Programme” (see. spark plugs, air its of grip between the asphalt and the road.cleaner, timing). Therefore, also with a car fitted with ABS, – Keep further back from the vehicle in front. keep within a safety distance from the ve- hicle in front and limit speed when ap- proaching bends. The ABS serves to increase vehicle con- trollability not to go faster. 181

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