Operation Manual

Brakes144
Brakes
Brake system
The effectiveness of the brakes is an
important factor for traffic safety.
In the interest of effectiveness, do not
brake unnecessarily hard during the first
125 miles (2 00 km ) after ne w dis c brake
pads have been fitted.
Wear of the brake linings must not exceed
a specified limit. Regular maintenance as
detailed in the Service Booklet is therefore
of the utmost importance for traffic safety.
Brake pads worn to their minimum
thickness m ay generate a grinding noise.
Have worn brake pads replaced as soon as
possible. We recommend that you consult
your Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, who
will fit parts that have been tested a nd
approved by Vauxhall and guarantee
optimum braking power.
Picture no: 17206T.tif
Brak e assi st
Rapid powerful application of the brake
pedal automatically applies maximum
braking force amplification to achieve
shortest possible braking distance under
full braking (brake assist).
Maintain steady pre ssure on the b rake
pedal for as long as full-on braking is to
continue. When the brake pedal is
re le ased, the m aximum b ra ke force
amplification is taken away.
Brake system ....................................... 144
Footbrak e.......................... ..... .... .... ..... 145
Handbrak e.......................................... 145
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) u....... 146
9 Warning
Disregard of these instructions may lead
to injuries or endanger life.