1998 Buick Century Owner's Manual - Page 191

Remember: Anti-lock doesn't changethe time you need to getyour foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance.If you get too close the vehiclein to front of you, you won't have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.Always leave enough room up ahead to stop,even though you have anti-lock brakes. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops orthe system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Using Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. Justhold the brakepedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you.You may feel a slight brakepedal pulsation or notice some noise, but this is normal. When your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid, this light will come on. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light" in Index. the Magnetic Variable Effort Steering (If Equipped) TM This steeringsystem provides lighter steering effort for parking and when driving at low speeds. Steeringeffort will increase at higher speeds for improved road feel. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It's important to take curves at a reasonable speed. LOW TRAC A lot of the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here's why: Experienced driver orbeginner, each of us is subject to the samelaws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels. If there's no traction, inertiawill keep Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steeringcan help you more than even the very best braking. 4-9