To steer the vehicle away from hazards while braking, drivers with ABS should:
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Keep firm and constant pressure on the brake pedal while stopping.
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Disengage the ABS immediately.
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Pump the brakes and turn the steering wheel hard in one direction.
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Turn off the engine.
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Explanation
When braking hard, drivers with ABS need to press down hard on the brake pedal, keep a firm and constant pressure on it, and steer out of danger. Instead, drivers with conventional brakes need to pump the brakes. This is because the ABS automatically pumps the brakes faster than a driver could.
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