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Fail Safe System

Fail-Safe
ABS SYSTEM
If a malfunction occurs in electrical system, ABS warning lamp in combination meter turns ON. In this condition, the fail-safe function puts ABS and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) into one of the following conditions.

1. Only EBD operates.
2. ABS and EBD do not operate. A114 wheels operate as normal brakes.

NOTE: In step 1 shown above, self-diagnosis when ignition switch is turned ON and when vehicle starts at initial time is carried out. ABS self-diagnosis noise may be heard as usual.

CAUTION: If fail-safe mode is initiated, carry out self-diagnosis for ABS control system.