Brake System: Overview

Overview





Brake control system Mark 60
The brake control system Mark 60 with brake control module (BCM) is an electronic control system. The steering capacity is retained and as much of the braking power as possible is transferred to the road surface.
The brake control system contains:
- Anti-locking brake control system (ABS)
- Electronic brake force distribution (EBD).
Factory installed options:
- Stability and traction control system (STC)
- Dynamic stability and traction control system (DSTC).
- Stability and traction control system for AWD (TRACS)
For further information, see Design and Function, brake control module (BCM).

Brake system
The vehicle has two brake systems that are independent of each other:
- The foot brake is controlled using a brake pedal and acts on all four wheels through a hydraulic system
- The parking brake is controlled with a lever and acts mechanically on the two rear wheels.
The foot brake is a disc brake.
The servo cylinder is actuated directly by the brake pedal. It ensures that less pedal force is required when braking with the aid of vacuum from the vacuum pump and the intake manifold for the engine.

Mechanical brake assistance (EBA)
Mechanical brake assistance (EBA) is integrated in the servo cylinder.
This function can shorten the braking distance considerably, as it is activated when the brake pedal is depressed quickly and firmly.
When braking, pressure is generated in the brake system so that the braking capacity of the vehicle can be fully utilized.