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Traction Control: Anti-Lock: Description

CAUTION: See ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS article in GENERAL INFORMATION.

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed to prevent wheel lock-up during hard braking. This allows driver to maintain vehicle steering control and stability. ABS system consists of an ABS Electronic Control Unit (ECU), ABS modulator unit, brake booster and master cylinder, front and rear wheel speed sensors and exciter rings, Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV), an ABS ANTI-LOCK warning light, and a diagnostic plug connector. See Fig 1 .

NOTE: For more information on brake system, see DISC article.
Fig 1: Locating ABS Components
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