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Technician Safety Information

WARNING: Before bleeding the system or working on any component in the brake system the system MUST be depressurized.

Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with eyes or skin.

ABS is an aid to retaining steering control and stability while braking. ABS cannot defy the natural laws of physics acting on the vehicle. ABS will not prevent accidents resulting from excessive cornering speeds, following another vehicle too closely or aquaplaning, i.e. where a layer of water prevents adequate contact between tire and road surface.

The additional control provided by ABS must never be exploited in a dangerous or reckless manner which could jeopardize the safety of driver or other road users.

The installation of ABS does not imply that the vehicle will always stop in a shorter stopping distance.