Discovery II
BRAKES
70-16
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Rear brakes
1 Mudshield
2 Brake disc
3 Caliper carrier
4 Brake pad
5 Piston dust cover
6 Piston
7 Piston seal
8 Caliper body
9 Bleed screw
10 Bleed screw cap
11 Guide pin dust cover
12 Guide pin bolt
13 Guide pin
The rear brakes each comprise of a hub mounted, single piston caliper assembly and a solid disc. The inboard side
of the disc is protected by a mudshield.
When hydraulic pressure is supplied to the caliper, the piston extends and forces the inner pad against the disc. The
caliper body reacts and slides on the guide pins to bring the outer pad into contact with the disc.