Brakes and Traction Control: Description and Operation

Brake System








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The vehicle is equipped with a vacuum-assisted power braking system.
An optional adjustable brake pedal is available on the Explorer and Mountaineer. The driver can adjust the brake pedal and accelerator pedal position using the adjustable pedal switch located on the LH side of the instrument panel.
The braking system is a front-to-rear split hydraulic system.
The front brakes utilize a dual-piston brake caliper and disc brake system.
The rear brakes utilize a single piston caliper and disc brake system with the parking brake assembly located inside the drum and hat-type brake disc.
The parking brake system is a shoe and drum system that is located inside the drum and hat-type rear brake discs.
A 4-wheel anti-lock brake system (4WABS) is standard.