Brakes and Traction Control: Description and Operation

GENERAL INFORMATION
Brake systems with higher reliability and durability have achieved distinguished braking performance.

FEATURES

IMPROVEMENT OF BRAKING PERFORMANCE
^ A 10-inch single brake booster with the variable boost ratio mechanism has been used to assure maximum braking force with less pedal pressure in case of emergency. [Vehicles with ABS]
^ In addition to the 10-inch single brake booster, a small and long stroke-type master cylinder has been adopted to achieve downsizing and secure assist force.
^ 15-inch or 16-inch ventilated disc brakes have been adopted for the front.
^ 8-inch leading trailing-type drum brake, 14-inch or 16-inch solid disc brake has been adopted for the rear.

IMPROVEMENT IN SAFETY
^ The 4-wheel anti-lock brake system (4ABS) has been installed to prevent slippage resulting from the wheel lock and assure stable vehicle posture and driveability. [Vehicles with ABS]
^ A rear wheel early lock-prevention proportioning valve has been used. [Vehicles without ABS]
^ Electronic control braking force distribution system (EBD) has been adopted to assure the maximum braking force independently of the passenger's position in the vehicle. [Vehicles with ABS]
^ X-type piping of brake lines have been adopted for the front and rear wheels.
^ Audible wear indicators are used on the front and rear brake pads to warn the driver of wear limit.

SERVICE QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS
^ Diagnostic function has been adopted to ABS for easier inspection. [Vehicles with ABS]
^ Brake fluid reservoir, master cylinder, and brake booster have been integrated for downsizing and better serviceability.

[Vehicles without ABS]





[Vehicles with ABS]