The hydraulic brake system is divided into two circuits acting diagonally. Namely, one of the circuits acts on the front right / rear left wheel, and the other circuit on the front left / rear right wheel. Due to this, if one of the circuits fails, for example, due to loss of tightness, the car can be braked by one front and the diagonally opposite rear wheel. When the brake pedal is pressed, pressure is created in the tandem master brake cylinder, acting on both brake circuits. The brake force regulator located on the bottom of the car, reacting to the load of the car, prevents the rear wheels from locking during sharp braking.
The brake fluid reservoir is located above the master cylinder in the engine compartment. The reservoir supplies the entire brake system with brake fluid. The hydraulic booster takes vacuum from the engine. If necessary, this pressure increases the force on the brake pads from pressing the pedal.
Disc brakes are equipped with what are called brake calipers. This design requires only one piston to press both brake pads against the brake disc.
The handbrake acts through cables on the brake shoes of the rear wheels.
The brake pads of disc brakes, as well as drum brakes, are self-adjusting; initial installation of pads is only required after repairs where the brake system has been disassembled.
When cleaning the brake system, brake dust is released. This dust can cause health problems. Therefore, when cleaning, pay attention to the fact that brake dust is not inhaled.
It is recommended to use MITSUBISHI brake pads.
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Work on the brake system requires exceptional cleanliness and precision. In the absence of experience, work should be carried out at a service station.
Note: On wet roads, you should press the brakes from time to time to free the discs from foreign objects. Although centrifugal force throws water off the brake discs while driving, a thin film of silicones, rubber waste, grease and other contaminants remains on them, reducing braking efficiency.
After installing new brake pads, they must be worked in. Avoid unnecessary sharp braking during the first 200 km.