1996 Buick Roadmaster Owner's Manual - Page 158

Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change the time you need Steering to get yourfoot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance.I you get too close the vehiclein f to Power Steering front of you, you won'thave time to apply your brakes If you lose power steering assist because the engine if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave is enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have stops or the system not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. anti-lock brakes. Using Anti-Lock Steering Tips Don't pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down Driving on Curves and let anti-lock work for you. You may hear the It's important to take curves at a reasonable speed. anti-lock pump or motor operate, and feel the brake A lot of the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on pedal pulsate, but this normal. is the news happen on curves. Here's why: Braking in Emergencies Use your anti-lock braking system when you need to. With anti-lock, youcan steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than eventhe very best braking. Experienced driver or beginner, each of is subject to us the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change path when you turn its the front wheels. there's no traction, inertia will keep If the vehicle going in the same direction. If you've ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you'll understand this. 4-8