How should you brake when your vehicle has ABS?

a.Pump the brake pedal rapidly

b.Brake normally and do not let up on the pedal when you feel it pulsing

c.Apply brakes lightly only

d.Use the parking brake instead

Explanation

When braking with ABS, you should brake normally. If you need to stop quickly, press the brake pedal firmly and do not let up, even if you feel the pedal pulsing or vibrating. The pulsing is the ABS working. Do not pump ABS brakes.

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