Starting and operating / ABS ( Anti-lock Brake System ) 7-37
Brake assist is a driver assistance system . It assists the brake power when the driver cannot depress the brake pedal strongly and the brake power is insufficient .
Brake assist generates the brake power according to the speed at which the driver depresses the brake pedal .
NOTE
When you depress the brake pedal strongly or suddenly , the following phenomena occur . However , even though these occur , they do not indicate any malfunctions , and the brake assist system is operating properly .
. You might feel that the brake pedal is applied by lighter force and generates a greater braking force . . You might hear an ABS operating noise from the engine compartment .
& Disc brake pad wear warning indicators
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The disc brake pad wear warning indicators on the disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn .
If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard from the disc brakes while braking , immediately have your vehicle checked by your SUBARU dealer .
ABS ( Anti-lock Brake System )
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The ABS prevents the lock-up of wheels which may occur during sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces . This helps prevent the loss of steering control and directional stability caused by wheel lock-up .
When the ABS is operating , you may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal . This is normal when the ABS operates .
The ABS will not operate when the vehicle speed is below approximately 6 mph ( 10 km / h ).
WARNING
Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving a vehicle with the ABS could easily lead to a serious accident .
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