Location: Sydney/Wollongong
Registered: October 2003
ABS Question
Mon, 17 October 2005 14:06
Maybe a stupid question but I was wondering if it is possible to lock up ABS under certain circumstances? My car has ABS yet today I managed a momentary lockup even though I didn't hit the brakes that hard...
I suspect one of the front tyres has a slow leak so would incorrect tyre pressures affect the level of traction?
ABS is a reactionary system that works off hub sensors, and a deceleration sensor that tells the system when to kick in.
Once you slam on the brakes and the ABS takes over you will probably notice that your brake pedal pulses rapidly. This is a sign that the system is distributing levels of brake pressue to the wheels that will give maximum braking without letting the wheels skid....much.
on older systems, or where your suspension and shocks arent up to spec there will be a few little chirps maybe, but these are quickly counteracted as the system sees a wheel is stationary while the car is still moving and eases braking in the corner slightly.
There are many tech articles out there and search is your friend, but this info just off the top of my head should be enough to get you started.
Mon, 17 October 2005 14:06
