I was playing in the snow a little tonight which turned into an ABS function test. I'm wondering if anyone can confirm this as normal. 1. My ABS only kicks on for about 3-4 seconds then cuts out. The highest speed I tested it at was 35 mph and it cut out well before I was anywhere near stopped. I did this repeatedly and it was the same every time. This was on fully snowed in paved road with very little traction but not ice. When the ABS was firing, it succeeded in controlling and slowing the vehicle, but a full slide resulted after it cut out. 2. When the ABS fires I can see an electrical drag enough to slightly dim headlights. 3. I need to test again but pretty sure when the ABS shuts off, if I lift off pedal and brake again, it will cycle a second time.
If anyone could confirm this seems normal please chime in. My car (2004) ABS fires until the car stops.
If anyone could confirm this seems normal please chime in. My car (2004) ABS fires until the car stops.
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