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System Component Description

The hydraulic brake system consists of the following:

Hydraulic Brake Master Cylinder Fluid Reservoir:  Contains supply of brake fluid for the hydraulic brake system.

Hydraulic Brake Master Cylinder:  Converts mechanical input force into hydraulic output pressure. Hydraulic output pressure is distributed from the master cylinder through two hydraulic circuits, supplying front-rear opposed wheel apply circuits.

Hydraulic Brake Pressure Balance Control System:  Regulates brake fluid pressure delivered to hydraulic brake wheel circuits, in order to control the distribution of braking force. Pressure balance control is achieved through a combination valve.

Hydraulic Brake Pipes and Flexible Brake Hoses:  Carries brake fluid to and from hydraulic brake system components.

Hydraulic Brake Wheel Apply Components:  Converts hydraulic input pressure into mechanical output force.