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Cadillac Anti-Lock Brake System ABS Service Near Kansas City

Be prepared for the unexpected and make sure that the brakes on your Cadillac are there for when you need them most. Cadillacs are equipped with industry leading anti-lock braking systems from the factory. However, it’s important to have the system checked regularly to ensure that it’s performing to the best of its ability. 

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Cadillac Anti-Lock Brake System ABS Service Near Kansas City
Cadillac Anti-Lock Brake System ABS Service Near Kansas City

    What Is An Anti-lock Brake System?

    An anti-lock brake system helps your Cadillac car or SUV maintain control during heavy braking. Without an anti-lock braking system, heavy applications of the brake pedal can lock up your wheels and cause the vehicle to skid. If your vehicle is sliding or skidding towards an obstacle, turning the steering wheel oftentimes won’t change the direction of the vehicle and can make a make a bad situation even more dangerous. 
    The anti-lock brake system keeps your tires spinning just enough to both stop your vehicle and also allow you to steer it away from an obstacle in order to avoid it. 

    How Does An Anti-lock Brake System Work?

    The ABS system in your Cadillac works in conjunction with its stability control system. It uses data from sensors at each wheel during braking to detect if any wheel stops spinning while the vehicle is still in motion. If it detects that a wheel is locking up, or about to lock up, it will momentarily release the brake for that specific wheel in order to keep the wheel spinning enough to maintain control of the vehicle.

    Signs That Your Vehicle’s ABS May Need Service

    • The ABS light is illuminated on your vehicle’s dashboard.
    • You notice the anti-lock brake system activating during routine stops on dry pavement.
    Is It Safe To Drive With Your Cadillac’s ABS Light On?

    In most cases, it is safe to drive to the dealer to have your car or SUV serviced rather than having it towed. That being said, the ABS system on your car is extremely important for safe braking so make sure have it checked out as soon as possible. Hard braking or braking on slippery surfaces without a working anti-lock brake system will make it much harder to control your vehicle and is a potential safety hazard.

    ABS Service At Cable Dahmer Cadillac

    The most effective way to keep you, your passengers, and others on the road safe it to safely avoid any potential accident in the first place. If you are unsure if your anti-lock braking system needs servicing, book an appointment with our service department. We offer a complimentary 31-point inspection, tread depth check, alignment check, complimentary state inspection, and car wash with any service. We also have loaner vehicles available as well as a shuttle service. Experience why our customers come from all over the Kansas City, Lee’s Summit, and Overland Park areas. Book your next service appointment for your Cadillac car or SUV today.
     
     

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