Braking in Emergencies

ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help more than even the very best braking.

    See also:

    Once a Year
    • Starter switch check. See Owner Checks and Services. • Parking brake and automatic transmission P (Park) mechanism check. See Owner Checks and Services. • Automatic transmission shiftl ...

    Braking
    See Brake System Warning Light. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Average reacti ...

    Fuel Gage
    The fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in the tank. An arrow on the fuel gage indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. The gage works only when the ignition is on. When the i ...