Which statement about ABS braking is true?

Which statement about ABS braking is true?

• A. Pumping the Brakes Is NOT Recommended
• B. Pumping Is Recommended
• C. You Should Press Hard and Release Repeatedly
• D. You Should Never Brake

Answer: (A)

With ABS, the system automatically modulates brake pressure to prevent wheel lock, so you should apply firm, steady pressure and let ABS do the work. Pumping the brakes is not recommended because it interferes with how ABS operates and can reduce braking effectiveness or control. The pulsations you feel from the pedal are the system doing its job; keep firm pressure and steer as needed to avoid obstacles. The idea of pumping, pressing hard and releasing repeatedly, or never braking misses how ABS is meant to function, and so those options aren’t correct.

With ABS, the system automatically modulates brake pressure to prevent wheel lock, so you should apply firm, steady pressure and let ABS do the work. Pumping the brakes is not recommended because it interferes with how ABS operates and can reduce braking effectiveness or control. The pulsations you feel from the pedal are the system doing its job; keep firm pressure and steer as needed to avoid obstacles. The idea of pumping, pressing hard and releasing repeatedly, or never braking misses how ABS is meant to function, and so those options aren’t correct.