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Anti-Lock Brakes, a safety system that allows the driver to maintain control of the car during a panic stop. The system prevents the wheels from locking up.

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Did slamming on my brakes really fix them?

So I checked on the internet, and found a note that sometimes the ABS system can get into a funny state, where it needs to be activated to a full stop to reset it. … So yesterday, I sped up to 50 mph, and slammed on the brakes (activating the ABS) until the car stopped. After than, the brakes were firm. And they are firm today. …
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