Brake System Design
The diagonally-separated dual
service brake system is design-
ed so half the system will still
provide braking action if the
other half fails.
Stopping the car after losing the brake fluid from half the
system will require more pedal pressure and pedal travel than
normal. Also, the distance required to stop will be longer using
only half the brake system. If the brakes fail suddenly,
downshift to a lower gear for increased engine braking, and
pull off the road as soon as possible.
It is dangerous to drive your car with a problem in either the
brake electrical or hydraulic systems; have your dealer
check both systems if you suspect brake trouble.
Do not ride the brakes. In other words, don't put your foot
on the brake pedal unless you intend to brake. This causes
excessive brake wear and can damage, or lead to loss of
braking effectiveness through overheating. Your brake
lights may also confuse drivers behind you.
Driving through deep water may affect the brakes. Check
their effectiveness by pressing the brake pedal gently. If the
car does not slow down at the normal rate, continue gently
applying the brakes, while maintaining a safe speed, until
they dry out and normal performance returns.
Brake Wear
Both front and rear brakes should be inspected for wear at the
intervals shown in the Maintenance Schedule on page
80
.
When the brakes require maintenance use only genuine
Honda replacement parts or their equivalent.
Front Brake Wear Indicators
Your car is equipped with audible front brake wear indicators.
When the brake pads need to be replaced, the wear indicators
will make a "screeching" sound or a high pitch chirp.
Brakes/Clutch Fluid (Manual Transmission)
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