Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let antilock work. A slight brake pedal pulsation might be felt or some noise noticed, but this is normal.
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Braking in EmergenciesChevrolet Cobalt Owners Manual. Before Leaving on a Long Trip
To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having
it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing.
Things to check on your own include:
- Windshield Washer Fluid: Reservoir full?
Windows clean — inside and outside?
- Wiper Blades: In good shape?
- Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: ...