1996 Buick Roadmaster Owner's Manual - Page 157

The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any dnver could. computer is programmed to The make the most of available tire and road conditions. Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say road is wet. the You're driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. ' You slam on the brakes. Here's what happens with ABS. You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on of the wheelsis about to stop rolling, the computer will wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. separately work the brakes at each wheel andat the front rear wheels. 4-7