1993 Buick Skylark Owner's Manual - Page 151

IA CAUTION.: "Riding" your brakes can cause themto overhe; to the point that they won't work well. You mighl 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 pedal fol- slow you. down.Avoid "riding" the brakes. If your I- -dine ever stops while you're driving, brake If normally but don't pump your brakes. you do, the If pedal may get harder to push down.your engine stops, you will still have some power brake assist. But you will useit when you brake. Oncethe power assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder push. to Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Buick has an advancedelectronic braking system that will help prevent skidding. This light on the instrument panel willon when you go start your vehicle. If you keep pace with the traffic and IW realistic following distances, you will eliminate a of lot unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. TILOCK 150