Braking
Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time.
Average driver reaction time is about three-quarters of a second.
In that time, a vehicle moving at 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20m (66 ft), which could be a lot of distance in an emergency.
Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include:
- Keep enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.
- Avoid needless heavy braking.
- Keep pace with traffic.
If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake normally but do not pump the brakes. Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down. If the engine stops, there will be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied.
Once the power assist is used up, it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.
See also:
Rear Compartment
Fuse Block
(CTS-V Coupe and
Sedan)
The rear compartment fuse block is
located on top of the battery, on the
right side of the trunk. The battery
access door must be removed to
access the fuse block.
The vehicle may not be equi ...
Trunk Lock Release
Trunk Lock Release
The remote trunk release button
is on the driver door, inside the
storage compartment under the
armrest.
Vehicles with an automatic
transmission, the shift lever must
...
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada)
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac.
Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle
will be resolved by your dealer's ...