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Disc & Drum: Description

CAUTION: When necessary to remove and reinstall brake caliper for any overhaul procedure, knuckle bolt holes must be tapped with a 12 X 1.5 mm tap to remove residue from factory installed bolts. New bolts must be coated with locking compound prior to installation.

LeMans is equipped with front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Hydraulic pressure is distributed diagonally through 2 circuits. The left front and right rear brakes are activated by the masters cylinder rear service port. The right front and left rear brakes are activated by the front service port. The parking brake lever assembly sets the rear brakes using a cable and mechanical linkage system.