Description & Operation

All models are equipped with front disc brakes. Rear brakes are either disc or drum. On Justy, Legacy, and SVX, parking brake is cable actuated on rear drum brakes. On Loyale, parking brake is cable actuated on front disc brakes.

M/T models (except Justy) are equipped with hill-holder system. Incorporated in the primary brakeline from the master cylinder, hill-holder system permits easy uphill acceleration during take-off from a standing/stopped position. Hill-holder is activated when both brake and clutch pedals are pressed as vehicle stops on an incline of 3 degrees or greater. Hill-holder uses a gravity-actuated Pressure Hold Valve (PHV) to control fluid flow to brakes while clutch pedal is fully pressed to floor. PHV is connected by cable to clutch lever.