Brakes and Traction Control: Description and Operation

DESCRIPTION - BRAKE SYSTEM
This vehicle is equipped with front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. The front disc brakes consist of double piston calipers and ventilated rotors. The rear brakes are dual brake shoe, internal expanding units with cast brake drums. The parking brake mechanism is cable operated and connected to the rear brake secondary shoes. Power brake assist is standard equipment. A vacuum operated power brake booster is used for all applications.

Two antilock brake systems are used on this vehicle. A Rear Wheel Antilock (RWAL) brake system is standard. An all-wheel Antilock Brake System (ABS) is available as an option.