Base Brakes

DESCRIPTION

The base brake system consists of the following components:

- Pedal assembly (Adjustable - Brake, Clutch, and Accelerator)
- Master cylinder
- Power brake booster
- Brake tubes and hoses
- Disc brakes (front and rear)
- Brake lamp switch
- Parking brake

The adjustable pedal assembly includes all three pedals and is power adjustable by a switch located below the steering column.

All brakes are power assist type through the use of a vacuum operated power brake booster.

Front disc brakes control the braking of the front wheels; rear braking is controlled by rear disc brakes.

The parking brake on this vehicle is hand lever operated and has disc brake calipers dedicated to parking brake only.

For more information on the description of any individual base brake component, refer to that component elsewhere. For information on the brake lamp switch, Anti-Lock Brake System Module - Description.

This vehicle is equipped with antilock brakes as standard equipment. For information on the antilock brake system (ABS) and its components, Description and Operation.