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BRAKE FAILURE

In case of brake failure, do the following:

• Attempt to slow the vehicle, both manual and automatic, by downshifting
  
• Then gently apply your parking brake. You cannot pump an emergency brake. Remember that this is a cable brake. The rear wheels may lock if you apply too much force and the vehicle will probably pull to one side.
  
• Pump the brake pedal rapidly. It may build up pressure in the brake lines and restore some braking force.
  
• If you have to collide with something, choose an impact-absorbing object, such as a clump of shrubs or a chain link fence. Avoid head-on collisions - sideswipe whatever you hit.
  
• At slow speeds, simply turn off the engine and let the vehicle coast to a stop.
  

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