Technical data Front brakes Disc diameter - 262.0 mm Disc Thickness: Models with 2.0 liter naturally aspirated petrol and diesel engines: New - 110 mm Minimum (before renovation) - 9.5...
Fundamentals of the braking system The cars are equipped with a hydraulic dual-circuit brake system with a vacuum booster. Under normal conditions, both circuits operate simultaneously. However, in the...
Release of air from the hydraulic system Warning: Brake fluid is poisonous: if fluid comes into contact with skin, wash it off immediately and thoroughly; If liquid enters the stomach or eyes, consult a doctor...
Hydraulic pipes and hoses — replacement Note: Please be aware of the warnings at the beginning of the paragraph 2 , about the dangers of brake fluid. 1. If any tube or hose is to be replaced, minimize brake...
Front brake pads — replacement Warning: Disc brake pads must be changed simultaneously on both front wheels; never replace the pads on only one wheel, when braking in this case, unpredictable...
Rear brake pads — replacement Warning: Disc brake pads must be changed on both rear wheels at the same time. Never change pads on only one wheel as this can cause uneven braking. The dust generated...
Front brake disc — check, removal and installation Note: Please read the warning at the beginning before operation paragraph 4 about the dangers of asbestos dust. Examination Note: If at least one of the disks needs to...
Rear brake disc — check, removal and installation Note: Please read the warning at the beginning before operation paragraph 5 about the dangers of asbestos dust. Examination Note: If one of the discs needs to be...
Front brake caliper — removal, repair and installation Note: Before starting work, read the warning at the beginning of paragraph 8 about the danger of hydraulic fluid and the warning at the beginning paragraph 4 about the...
Rear brake caliper — removal, repair and installation Note: Before starting work, read the warning at the beginning paragraph 8 about the danger of hydraulic fluid and a warning at the beginning paragraph 5 about the...
Master cylinder — removal, repair and installation Removing Note: Please read the warning at the beginning before operation paragraph 2 about the dangers of hydraulic fluid. 1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal....
Vacuum brake booster — check, removal and installation Examination 1. To check the operation of the vacuum booster, press the brake pedal several times. Then without releasing the pedal, start the engine. When the engine...
Parking brake — adjustment 1. Using medium, normal force on the brake lever, fully apply the parking brake while counting the number of ratchet clicks. When properly adjusted, there should be...
Parking brake pads — removal and installation Removing 1. Remove the rear brake disc as described in paragraph 7 , recording the correct location of all parts (see fig. 14.1). Pic. 14.1. Parking brake parts (left...
Parking brake cable — removal and installation Front cable Removing Note: Installation requires a new cable-to-adjuster plate bopt. 1. Remove the driver's seat and center console as described in Chapter 11 . 2....
Stoplight switch — removal and installation Removing 1. Remove the lower part of the instrument panel from the driver's side, as described in Chapter 11 . 2. Make sure the ignition is off, then disconnect the...
Anti-Lock Wheel System (ABS) — Basics Note: On models equipped with road traction control, the ABS unit is a dual-use unit and functions as an anti-lock wheel system (ABS) and clutch control (ASR). Models...
Details of the ABS system — removal and installation Warning: If any part of the ABS system has been removed or replaced, check the operation of the system before operating the vehicle. This should be done in a workshop...