Safe DrivingQuestion 68 of 80
With ABS, in an emergency stop you should:
a.Pump the brake pedal rapidly
b.Brake lightly to avoid activating it
c.Shift to neutral and coast
d.Apply firm, steady pressure and steer, letting the system prevent lockup
Explanation
On a vehicle with ABS, apply firm and continuous pressure to the brake and steer around the hazard; the system automatically prevents wheel lockup. Do not pump the pedal, which can reduce ABS effectiveness. The driver keeps steering because ABS preserves steering control.
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