Subaru Forester: Vehicle safety system / Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) is designed to help prevent the wheels from locking during heavy braking, allowing your Kia Telluride to maintain directional stability while preserving steering control.

Although the ABS and ESC systems enhance vehicle control during emergency braking, they cannot eliminate accidents caused by unsafe driving habits, excessive speed, or adverse road conditions. Always maintain a safe following distance and adjust your driving to match road and weather conditions, especially when:

• Driving on rough, gravel-covered, icy, or snow-covered roads.

• Operating the vehicle with tire chains installed.

• Driving over uneven pavement, potholes, mixed road surfaces, or roads with significant height differences.

Under these conditions, your Kia Telluride may require a longer stopping distance than it would on dry, level pavement.

The ABS constantly monitors the rotational speed of each wheel. Whenever it detects that a wheel is about to lock, it rapidly adjusts hydraulic brake pressure to that wheel, helping maintain traction and steering response.

During ABS operation, you may hear a rapid clicking or "tik-tik" sound from the braking system or feel pulsation through the brake pedal. These sensations are completely normal and indicate that the ABS is actively working.

To receive the maximum benefit from the ABS during emergency braking, press the brake pedal firmly and continuously. Do not pump the brakes or attempt to manually modulate brake pressure, as the system automatically applies the optimum braking force.

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Even with the ABS, adequate stopping distance remains essential. Always leave sufficient space between your vehicle and traffic ahead.

Reduce your speed before entering corners. While the ABS improves braking stability, it cannot compensate for excessive speed or aggressive driving.

On loose gravel, snow, or other uneven surfaces, ABS operation may result in a slightly longer stopping distance than that of a vehicle equipped with a conventional braking system under certain conditions.

The ABS warning light () remains illuminated for approximately three seconds after the vehicle is switched to the ON position.

During this time, the ABS performs an automatic self-diagnostic check. If the inspection is successful, the warning light turns off. If it remains illuminated, the system may require service. Have your Kia Telluride inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

When driving on extremely slippery surfaces, such as icy roads, while continuously applying the brake pedal, the ABS may remain active for an extended period and the ABS warning light may temporarily illuminate. If this occurs, safely pull over and stop the vehicle.

Restart the engine. If the ABS warning light goes out, the system is operating normally. If the light remains on, the ABS may have a malfunction and should be inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

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