1993 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual - Page 174

1A --CAUTION: "Riding" your brakes can cause themto overheat to the point that they won't work well. You might not be able to stopyour vehicle in time to avoid an accident. If you "ride" your brakes, they will get so hot they will require a lot of pedalforce to slow youdown. Avoid "riding" the brakes. I 'I pedal may get harder to push down. If your engine stops, you will still have some power brake assist. But you will use it when you brake. Once the power assist is used up, it may take longer to stopand the brake pedal will be harder to push. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick has an advanced 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. E: e brakes weafs them out muchfaster You would need costly brake replacement much sooner than normal, and it also reduces fuel If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate alot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you're driving, brake normally but don't pump your brakes. If you do, the ANTI LOCK ANTI LOCK