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Brakes and Traction Control: Description and Operation

BRAKES BASE

DESCRIPTION - BASE BRAKES
The base brake system consists of the following components:
^ Brake pedal (adjustable)
^ Power brake booster
^ Master cylinder
^ Brake tubes and hoses
^ Disc brakes (4-wheel)
^ Brake lamp switch
^ Brake fluid level switch
^ Parking brakes

Anti lock brakes are standard equipment on this vehicle.

Vehicles equipped with the optional anti lock brake system (ABS) use a system designated Mark 25. It is available with or without traction control. This system shares most base brake hardware used on vehicles without ABS.