Dumb question - does my MX have ABS?

mamoo · Post by **mamoo** » June 14th, 2005, 4:30 pm

When I bought it in January, I noticed there were no accessories at all ... no cruise control, no power windows, etc.

I also noticed that nowhere did I see an "ABS" logo, so I assumed it didn't have it.

But the other day I was on the highway, and the guy in front of me suddenly slowed down for some reason. So I slammed on the brakes, and because the distance was so small, I instinctively changed lanes in order to avoid him. Luckily, the lane was clear so I didn't hit anyone.

I was freaked out (my first close call), but later I suddenly realized that the brakes never locked, I was able to steer even though I was braking so hard.

Now, I'm not sure how hard I was pushing the brakes -- maybe it wasn't all the way. Or maybe I was.

Is there any way to find out whether I've got ABS?

neutral · Post by **neutral** » June 14th, 2005, 4:53 pm

I don't have ABS on my MX but if you have it, should see an "ABS" warning dash light come on when starting the engine. It's located on the left (clock side) column of idiot lights - second from the bottom I think...

LooseChangeRacing · Post by **LooseChangeRacing** » June 14th, 2005, 4:59 pm

lol you'll also realize, hey mx-3 have really nice braking turning and power control, we dont need no stinking abs lol

mamoo · Post by **mamoo** » June 14th, 2005, 5:01 pm

There's definitely no ABS light on there. Actually I think the oil light came on when I slammed the brakes (I'm not sure because I wasn't staring at the console when it happened).

Anyway, it seems I'm ABSless. No biggie, I was just wondering. Luckily it's still a hell of a car!

dj inferno · Post by **dj inferno** » June 14th, 2005, 8:42 pm

LooseChangeRacing wrote:lol you'll also realize, hey mx-3 have really nice braking turning and power control, we dont need no stinking abs lol

Flashpoint2 · Post by **Flashpoint2** » June 14th, 2005, 9:15 pm

ABS sucks. You'd know if you had ABS because when you hit the brakes hard and stay on them, your brakes will start to feel like they are grinding. It's the oddest feeling the first time you hit ABS brakes hard.

mamoo · Post by **mamoo** » June 14th, 2005, 11:58 pm

Flashpoint2 wrote:ABS sucks. You'd know if you had ABS because when you hit the brakes hard and stay on them, your brakes will start to feel like they are grinding. It's the oddest feeling the first time you hit ABS brakes hard.

Good point ... now that you mention it, I have felt that ... on a friend's Toyota. Freakystrange sensation.

Devilhog · Post by **Devilhog** » June 15th, 2005, 2:04 am

Just imagine your brake pads clapping like a little kid at disney land

It just makes it so your tires dont lock up and your car wont go out of control. You can still stear if you lock your breaks up but that usualy makes your back end swing out

ABS sucks in the snow

No fun at all.