Braking system
The braking system is of the dual circuit hydraulic type with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. A diagonally split dual circuit hydraulic system is employed in which each circuit operates one front and one diagonally opposite rear brake from a tandem master cylinder. Under normal conditions both circuits operate in unison; however, in the event of hydraulic failure in one circuit, full braking force will still be available at two wheels. A pressure regulating valve on Saloon and Estate models, and a light laden valve on Van models is incorporated in the rear brake hydraulic circuit. The valve regulates the pressure applied to each rear brake and reduces the possibility of the rear wheels locking under heavy braking.
See also:
Starter motor - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Apply the handbrake, jack up the front of
the vehicle and support on axle stands (see
“Jacking and Vehicle Support”).
2 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
3 Working underneath the ve ...
Sump - removal and refitting
Note: New gaskets and sealing strips must be
used on refitting.
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead and
drain the engine oil (see Chapter 1).
2 Refer to Chapter 5, Part A and remove th ...
Power steering pump - removal and refitting
Note: New power steering fluid hose O-rings
will be required when refitting.
All engines except 1.8 litre (R6A)
CVH and 2.0 litre DOHC
1 Place a suitable container under the power
steering pump, ...
