1998 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual - Page 161

Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change the time you need Steering to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in Power Steering front of you, you won't have time to apply your brakes If you lose power steering assist because the engine or stops. Always leave if that vehicle suddenly slows stops or the system is not functioning, you can but steer enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have it will take much more effort. anti-lock brakes. Using Anti-Lock Steering Tips Don't pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down Driving on Curves firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may feel the It's important to take curves at a reasonable speed. brakes vibrate, or you may notice some noise, but this A lotof the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on is normal. the news happen on curves. Here's why: Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than eventhe very best braking. Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path whenturn you the front wheels. If there's no traction, inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction. If you've ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you'll understand this. 4-9