2007 Toyota Camry Owners Manual - Page 167

'07Camry hybrid_U (L/O 0610) ANTI −LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM FUNCTION The anti −lock brake system function is designed to help prevent lock −up of the wheels during sudden braking or when braking on slippery road conditions. This assists in providing directional stability and steering performance of the vehicle under these circumstances. Effective way to press the ABS brake pedal: When the brake pedal is depressed and the anti −lock brake system function is in action, the slip indicator flashes. In this situation, to let the anti − lock brake system work for you, just hold the brake pedal down more firmly. Do not pump the brake in a panic stop. This will result in reduced braking performance. Depressing the brake pedal on slippery road surfaces such as on a manhole cover, a steel plate at a construction site, joints in a bridge, etc. on a rainy day tends to activate the anti−lock brake system function. When the anti −lock brake system function is activated, you may hear the anti −lock brake system function operating sound and the vibrations of the vehicle body and steering wheel. You may also hear the motor sound in the engine compartment even after the vehicle is stopped. However, it does not indicate any trouble. Compared with vehicles without an anti −lock brake device, your vehicle may require a longer stopping distance in the following cases: D Driving on rough, gravel or snow− covered roads. D Driving with tire chains installed. D Driving over the steps such as the joints on the road. CAUTION The anti −lock brake system function is not designed to shorten braking distance. Always drive at a moderate speed and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you. Depending on road conditions, braking distance may be longer than that of a vehicle without the anti −lock brake system. If tire chains are used, braking distance may become longer. D Driving on roads where the road surface is pitted or has other differences in surface height. If tire grip performance exceeds its capability, or if hydroplaning occurs during high speed driving in the rain, the anti −lock brake system does not provide vehicle control. 167 2007 CAMRY HV from Oct. '06 Prod. (OM33749U)