Starting and operating/Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system
also hear the sound of the ABS working
from the engine compartment. This is
caused by an automatic functional test of
the ABS system being carried out and
does not indicate any abnormal condition.
& ABS warning light
Refer to “ABS warning light” F3-21.
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system
The EBD system maximizes the effectiveness of the brakes by allowing the rear
brakes to supply a greater proportion of
the braking force. It functions by adjusting
the distribution of braking force to the rear
wheels in accordance with the vehicle’s
loading condition and speed.
The EBD system is an integral part of the
ABS system and uses some of the ABS
system’s components to perform its function of optimizing the distribution of braking force. If any of the ABS components
used by the EBD system malfunction, the
EBD system also stops working.
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& Steps to take if EBD system
malfunctions
Type A
When the EBD system is operating, you
may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight
vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal
and does not indicate a malfunction.
Type B
If a malfunction occurs in the EBD system,
the system stops working and the brake
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