Brake System: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Brake System Components And Description Chart

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

The vehicle is equipped with a vacuum-assisted power braking system.
The braking system is a front-to-rear split hydraulic system.
The front brakes utilize a dual piston brake caliper and brake disc system.
The rear disc brakes utilize a single piston brake caliper and brake disc system.
The rear drum brakes use a self-adjusting system.
The optional rear disc parking brake system is a drum-in-hat parking brake system and is not self-adjusting.
The rear anti-lock brake system (RABS) is standard equipment.
A 4-wheel anti-lock brake system (4WABS) is optional.