| csli |
This morning, my X ran over a patch of ice on the road while I am braking for a left turn. Suddenly, I felt the brake pedal shot back to my foot. It kind scared me. Did anybody has this experience before? Does that have anything to do with the VSA?
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| mgmdx |
| If you are referring to a brake pedal starting to pulse (vibrate) when you hit a patch of ice, this is normal. This is what happens when the anti-lock brake system engages to prevent the tire that hit the ice patch from locking up. |
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| csli |
mgmdx -
Thanks for the response. I guess it should be the pulse or vibrate although it was kind of a shock to my foot. Maybe it is something I need to get used to. My previous car does not have ABS brakes. I will pay more attention next time when it happens again.
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| Warzau |
| Yup you have to get used to it. Consumer Reports has said to get used to or familiarize yourself to a new car's ABS is to take it to a deserted parking lot on a rainy day and drive to 15 mph or so and slam on the brakes. Not only does this confirm they work properly but you know how your ABS feels, when engaged. |
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| frostyra |
| If you have leaves in the streets in your area, and there has been recent rain, you can also check out the feel of the ABS by braking hard on wet leaves. This works well also if the leaves are piled by the curb and only your right wheels are in them. |
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