X-Type (X400) V6-3.0L (2002)
Brake Master Cylinder: Description and Operation
The brake master cylinder is a dual piston type. The master cylinder operates as follows:
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when the brake pedal is applied, pressure is applied by mechanical linkage to the primary and secondary systems
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brake master cylinder pistons apply hydraulic pressure to the two circuits
The master cylinder consists of the following components:
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primary and secondary pistons
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brake fluid reservoir with integral fluid level warning indicator
