Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Anti-Lock Brake System W/Traction Control System: Operation
Under normal driving conditions, ABS functions as a standard brake system. With detection of wheel lock-up, short pedal pulsations occurring in rapid succession will be felt in brake pedal. Pedal pulsation will continue until there is no longer a need for ABS function or until vehicle is stopped. Maintaining a constant force on the brake pedal provides shortest stopping distance. Traction control system automatically helps control spinning of front wheels on slippery surfaces by reducing fuel to engine, then applying brake to spinning wheel as needed. Traction control system can be operated manually by pushing TRAC OFF switch, located on instrument panel. TRAC OFF indicator light will illuminate. Pushing switch a second time turns system on. TRAC OFF indicator light will go out. When traction control is applied, SLIP indicator light blinks when system is compensating for slipping wheel.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.