In addition, new vehicle and maintenance costs will be higher. Costs The cost of ABS is included in the vehicle purchase price. Dealers and manufactures acknowledge that ABS increases the price of the vehicle. Some of the cost is due to modifications that allow the system to physically fit in the available space. They will have to become familiar with the system circuitry, diagnostic literature, and trouble-shooting steps.
Training is available from brake manufactures.
Driving and Control Drivers should be aware that the ABS tests its own circuitry when the engine is started. The ABS light comes on, and goes off after the initial test. If the light remains on, or comes on during normal operation, there is a problem with the system. Drivers should then brake as they normally would without ABS, i.e. pumping the brakes. Experienced truck drivers maintain a moderate degree of steering control by pumping conventional brakes.