2011 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab Owner's Manual - Page 222

9-44 Driving and Operating Braking in Emergencies ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help more than even the very best braking. To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down, then push the parking brake pedal down to its fully-applied position. A chime will activate and the brake warning light, located on the instrument panel, will flash when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving at least 5 km/h (3 mph) for at least three seconds. The chime will deactivate and the light will turn off when the parking brake is set and the vehicle is moving below 5 km/h (3 mph). See Brake System Warning Light on page 5‑15. As the brakes are applied, the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even with ABS. Parking Brake Using ABS Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let ABS work. You might hear the ABS pump or motor operating and feel the brake pedal pulsate, but this is normal. The parking brake pedal is located to the left of the brake pedal, near the driver door.