Hydraulic System: Description and Operation

Hydraulic Brake Actuation





WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with the eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush the eyes for 15 minutes with cold running water. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

The dual hydraulic brake system is a conventional pedal actuated system.
The system consists of the following components:
^ brake master cylinder reservoir with a fluid level indicator
^ brake tubes and hoses
^ brake master cylinder
^ diagonally split brake circuits (left-hand front to right-hand rear and right-hand front to left-hand rear)

Pressure Conscious Reducing Valves (PCRVs)
The PCRVs are fitted between the master cylinder and the brake tubes to the rear wheels.

The PCRVs control the hydraulic pressure applied to the rear brakes, thereby reducing the risk of rear wheel lock-up under braking.