1993 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual - Page 162

0 If your engine ever stops while you're driving, brake normally but don't pump your brakes. If you do, the pedal may get harder to push down. If your engine stops, you will still have some power brake assist. But you will use it whenyou brake. Once the power assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick has anadvanced electronic braking system that will help prevent skidding. This light on the instrument panel will go on when you start your vehicle. See "Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. ' - '1 -' " . ; Ij a, e, y . - LOCK 160 @ ANTI rn Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say the road is wet. You're. driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here's what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. The computer separately works the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels. The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions.