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ABS ( Anti-Lock Brake System )
when driving regarding vehicle speed and safe distance .
CAUTION
When you need to brake suddenly , continue depressing the brake pedal strongly to bring the effect of the brake assist .
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 the sound of ABS operating from the engine compartment .
& Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators s07ak03
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 inspected by the nearest SUBARU dealer .
7-11 . ABS ( Anti-Lock Brake System )
WARNING
Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving with an ABS equipped vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident .
CAUTION
. The ABS does not always decrease stopping distance . You should always maintain a safe following distance from other vehicles .
. When driving on badly surfaced roads , gravel roads , icy road , or over newly fallen snow , stopping distances may be longer for a vehicle with the ABS than one without . When driving under these conditions , therefore , reduce your speed and leave ample distance from other vehicles .
. When you feel the ABS operating , you should maintain constant brake pedal pressure . Do not
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