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Brakes and Traction Control: Description and Operation

Brake System
The brake system has these components:
^ Fixed position foot pedal
^ Vacuum-assisted power brake booster
^ Diagonal split hydraulic system
^ Front brake discs utilizing a dual piston floating brake caliper
^ Rear brake discs utilizing a single piston floating brake caliper
^ Drum-in-hat park brake system
^ Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (4WABS)