Vehicles must be equipped with two independent braking systems (service and parking). This is necessary so that if the service braking system fails, the car can be braked by the other system. The car is equipped with a service braking system with diagonally divided circuits, which significantly increases the safety of the Fiesta. If one of the circuits fails, the second circuit is used, ensuring that the car stops with sufficient efficiency. However, in this case, it is necessary to press the brake pedal harder, and the braking distance of the car increases.
SEQUENCE OF WORKS
1. The brake fluid reservoir is located on the master cylinder on the left rear of the engine compartment. The brake fluid level should be checked regularly.
2. When the brake pads wear out during vehicle operation, the brake fluid level approaches the lower mark. This is normal, since when the brake pads are worn out, the disc brake pistons protruding from the cylinders leave behind a larger volume in the cylinders, which is filled with brake fluid.
Fig. 14.1. Location of the "MIN" and "MAX" marks on the brake fluid reservoir
3. In the transparent tank, the brake fluid should be between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks (Fig. 14.1).