1995 Buick Riviera Owner's Manual - Page 152

The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most available tire and road of conditions. Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say the roadis wet. You're driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here's what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each frontwheel and at the rear wheels. You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal.If you get too 4-7