Specialist part · #7463 · 3 pts
What is the function of the ABS (anti-lock brake system) in a vehicle?
aIt prevents wheels from skidding when starting off.
bIt allows the driver to control the vehicle at the time of sudden braking.
cIt always reduces the braking distance.
Why?
ABS prevents the wheels from locking during hard braking, helping you retain steering control. Preventing wheelspin when moving off is the job of traction control, not ABS. ABS does not always shorten the braking distance, which also depends on the road surface and available grip.