Porsche Carrera 911 997 owners manual page 63

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ABS Brake System Warning! Operation of the ABS system (Antilock Brake System) The increased control that is provided should A wheel speed sensor is mounted to each of the not induce you to take greater risks with your four wheels. If wheel lock-up of either of the front The ABS system represents a major contribution safety. The limits dictated by the laws of wheels or the rear wheels is sensed during brak- to the enhancement of active safety in your vehi-physics cannot be overcome, even with ABS.ing, the brake pressure is adjusted automatically cle. This system prevents the wheels from locking The risk of accidents due to inappropriate until the wheel no longer slips. in a panic stop on almost all road surfaces. speed cannot be reduced, even by the ABS. With the ABS system in your vehicle, the The driver bears the responsibility for all If braking forces approach the wheel lock-up point following areas are enhanced: driving maneuvers. for all wheels (panic braking) the ABS system will f Adapt your driving style to the prevailing road intervene to provide a rapid rythmic braking. The Steering, vehicle remains steerable under all and weather conditions. proper operation of ABS is perceived by the driver braking forces when ABS is engaged. as a pulsating brake pedal in conjunction with au- Good directional control, no swerving caused f Obey all traffic laws. dible noise and perhaps some vibration. by locking of wheels under braking conditions. Other vehicles not equipped with the ABS f If you experience these sensations while driv- Shorter stopping distance , stopping distances system may not be able to maintain control, ing or a road surface with questionable trac- are usually reduced because controlled braking is especially on wet or poor road surfaces and tion, reduce vehicle speed appropriate for the maximized. thus may be more likely to impact you from prevailing road conditions. behind. f If full braking should be necessary, press the Prevention of wheel lock up, no brake- induced f To minimize that risk, use your ABS system to brake pedal all the way down throughout the sliding and thus no localized tire wear from emer-increase your ability to maneuver to avoid dan-entire braking procedure, regardless of the pul- gency braking. gerous situations and not merely to try to stop sating pedal. Do not ease up on pressure ap- The crucial advantage of the ABS system over a in the shortest distance possible. plied to the pedal. conventional brake system is in the area of main- The functional readiness of all the main electrical taining directional control and maneuverability of components of the ABS is checked by an the car in emergency situations. electronic monitoring system both before and while you drive. Operation, Safety 61

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