1998 Chevrolet Express Van Owner's Manual - Page 171

The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster Remember: Anti-lock doesn'tchange the time you need to get yourfoot up to the brake pedalor always decrease than any driver could. The computer is programmed to stopping distance.If you get too close to the vehicle in make the most of available tire and road conditions. front of you, you won't have time apply your brakes to if that vehicle suddenly slows stops. Alwaysleave or enough room up aheadto stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes. Using Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work you. You may feel the for brakes vibrate, or you may notice some noise, but this is normal. Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering help you more can than even the very best braking. Steering You can steer around theobstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computerkeeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, can steer but you it will take much more effort.