Description & Operation

This article covers service and repair of conventional type brake components of Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). All models are equipped with ABS. During normal braking applications, conventional portion of braking system is used to apply brakes.

Conventional braking system components include, but are not limited to, a diagonally split master cylinder, power brake booster, brakelines and rear in-line proportioning valves. Vehicles are equipped with front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.

On all vehicles, BRAKE warning light illuminates when one or more of the following conditions exist:

• Parking brake is applied or not fully released.
• Fluid level in master cylinder reservoir is low.
• During engine cranking. A bulb check is performed to indicate that the warning circuit is operational.