Brakes and Traction Control: Description and Operation

DESCRIPTION - BRAKE SYSTEM
The 1500 series vehicle is equipped with front & rear disc brakes and all rotors are ventilated. The front calipers are dual piston and the rear calipers are a single piston design. The 2500/3500 series vehicle is equipped with front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. The rear drum brakes are dual brake shoe, internal expanding units with cast brake drums. The parking brake mechanism is cable operated and connected to the rear brake secondary shoes. Power brake assist is standard equipment. A vacuum operated power brake booster is used for all applications.

Two antilock brake systems are used on this vehicle. A Rear Wheel Antilock (RWAL) brake system is standard. An all-wheel Antilock Brake System (ABS) is available as an option.