Acura 2008 RL User Manual download pdf (Page 361)

Your vehicle is equipped with disc

brakes at all four wheels. A power

assist helps reduce the effort needed

on the brake pedal. The brake pedal

assist function increases the force

you apply to the brake pedal during

an emergency stop. When the brake

pedal assist is activated, the e-

pretensioners (if equipped) tighten

front seat belts (see page ). The

anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps

you retain steering control when

braking very hard (see page ).

Resting your foot on the pedal keeps

the brakes applied lightly, builds up

heat, and reduces their effectiveness

and reduces brake pad life. In

addition, fuel economy can be

reduced. It also keeps your brake

lights on all the time, confusing

drivers behind you.

The hydraulic system that operates

the brakes has two separate circuits.

Each circuit works diagonally across

the vehicle (the left-front brake is

connected with the right-rear brake,

etc.). If one circuit should develop a

problem, you will still have braking

at two wheels.

Constant application of the brakes

when going down a long hill builds

up heat and reduces their effective-

ness. Use the engine to assist the

brakes by taking your foot off the

accelerator and downshifting to a

lower gear.

Check the brakes after driving

through deep water. Apply the

brakes moderately to see if they feel

normal. If not, apply them gently and

frequently until they do. Be extra

cautious in your driving.

If the brake pads need replacing, you

will hear a distinctive, metallic

screeching sound when you apply

the brake pedal. If you do not have

the brake pads replaced, they will

screech all the time. It is normal for

the brakes to occasionally squeal or

squeak when you apply them.

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