Chevrolet Beat, Manual

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BRAKES
96 Driving and Operating
The brake system comprises two
independent brake circuits.
If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can
still be braked using the other brake
circuit. However, braking effect is
achieved only when the brake pedal is
depressed firmly. Considerably more
force is needed for this. The braking
distance is extended. Seek the assis-
tance of a CHEVROLET retailer before
continuing your journey.
Caution
If one of the circuits fail, the brake pedal
must be pressed with greater pressure and
the braking distance may be increased.
Have the brake system checked and
repaired by a
CHEVROLET retailer
immediately.
If the brake pedal can be pressed fur-
ther than normal, the brakes may be in
need of repair.
Consult a
CHEVROLET retailer
immediately.
Caution
Do not drive with your foot resting on
the brake pedal. Doing so will
accelerate wear of the brake compo-
nents. The brakes may also become
overheated, resulting in longer
braking distance and an unsafe
condition.
Warning
After driving through deep water,
washing the vehicle, or using the
brakes excessively when going down
a steep hill, the brakes can tempo-
rarily lose their stopping power. This
may be due to wet brake components
or overheating.
If your brakes temporarily lose their
stopping power because of overh-
eating: Shift to a lower gear when
going down hills. Do not continu-
ously apply the brakes.
Warning
If your brakes temporarily lose their
power because of wet brake
components, the following procedure
will help restore their normal
performance:
1. Check behind you for other
vehicles.
2. Keep a safe forward speed with
plenty of space to your rear and
sides.
3. Gently apply the brakes until
normal performance is restored.