Power Brakes

Your vehicle is equipped with power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal application.

If the electric brake booster loses power due to the engine stalling or any other reason, you can still stop the vehicle by applying more force to the brake pedal than normal. However, the braking distance will be longer.

When the engine is not running, the brake assist reserve is partially depleted with each application of the brake pedal. Do not pump the brake pedal when power assist has been interrupted. Apply the brake pedal only as necessary to maintain steering control on slippery surfaces.

WARNING - Brakes

• Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal. This will cause abnormally high brake temperatures, excessive brake lining and pad wear, and increased braking distances.
• When descending a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear and avoid continuous brake application. Continuous braking will cause the brakes to overheat and may result in a temporary loss of braking effectiveness.
• Wet brakes may reduce the vehicle's ability to slow down on its own; the vehicle may also pull to one side when braking. Lightly depress the brake pedal to check whether they have been affected in this way. Always check your brakes in this mode after driving through deep water. To dry the brakes, apply them lightly while maintaining a safe forward speed until braking effectiveness returns to normal.
• Always confirm the position of the brake pedal and accelerator pedal before driving. If you do not check the position of the accelerator and brake pedals before starting to drive, you may press the accelerator pedal instead of the brake pedal. This may result in a serious accident.