2010 Chrysler Town & Country Owner Manual - Page 346

STARTING AND OPERATING 345 WARNING! (Continued) • Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or injury. Also be certain to leave the transmission in PARK. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury. computer to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces. ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can include ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops. You may experience the following when the brake system goes into anti-lock: • The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a short time after the stop) • A clicking sound of solenoid valves CAUTION! If the Brake System Warning Light remains on with the parking brake released, a brake system malfunction is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. 5 • Brake pedal pulsations ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased • A slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end vehicle stability and brake performance under most of the stop braking conditions. The system operates with a separate