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Brakes
Brakes
A Dunlop hydraulic disc braking split system is used on all four wheels, operated by the foot pedal in
conjunction with a Vacuum Servo unit. The tandem master cylinder ensures that, should a failure
occur in any part of the system, braking would still be available on two wheels.
The handbrake is separate from the foot braking system, and operates through a mechanical linkage
to the self adjusting parking brake on the rear discs.
The brakes normally require no attention, as both foot and hand-brake are self compensating for
wear. When pads have to be changed, reference should be made to the Dunlop booklet supplied with
the car.
Topping Up
The reservoirs for the brake master cylinders are located above the Servo unit in the engine
compartment and require checking monthly, or every 2,000 miles, whichever is the shorter period. If
required, Dunlop Disc Brake Fluid should be added to a level half an inch below the top of the
reservoir. The reservoirs contain a rubber dust seal which should be removed before topping up.
