Standard Brakes

STANDARD BRAKES - COMPONENT LOCATION INTRODUCTION








The front standard type braking system used on the naturally aspirated vehicles features 326 x 20 mm (12.83 x 0.79 in) diameter ventilated brake discs and cast iron, single piston, sliding calipers.

The caliper is mounted within a fixed carrier that is secured to the front wheel knuckle with 2 bolts. When hydraulic pressure is supplied to the caliper, the piston extends to force the inner pad against the brake disc. The caliper reacts and slides along 2 guide pins to bring the outer pad into contact with the brake disc.

Each inboard brake pad is installed with a pressed steel anti-rattle spring.

NOTE: There is no wear indicator installed to the front brake pads.

The brake disc is manufactured from cast iron and is of the vented type. The disc is retained on the wheel hub by 2 retaining washers and the wheel nuts.