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Brakes and Traction Control: Description and Operation

Brake System
The brake system consists of the following components:
- a vacuum-assisted power brake booster
- a front-to-rear split hydraulic system
- front disc brakes using a dual piston brake caliper and disc system
- rear disc brakes with an integral parking brake, using a single piston brake caliper and disc system
- a 4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS).