Honda Accord: Braking System Design
Eighth generation (2008–2012) / Honda Accord 2008-2012 Owner's Manual / Driving / Braking System / Braking System Design
The hydraulic system that operates the brakes has two separate circuits.
Each circuit works diagonally across the vehicle (the left-front brake is connected with the right-rear brake, etc.). If one circuit should develop a problem, you will still have braking at two wheels.
Braking System
Your vehicle is equipped with disc
brakes at all four wheels. A power
assist helps reduce the effort needed
on the brake pedal. The emergency
brake assist system increases the
stopping force ...
Brake PadWear Indicators
The front and rear disc brakes on all
models have audible brake pad wear
indicators.
If the brake pads need replacing, you
will hear a distinctive, metallic
screeching sound when you apply
...
See also:
Seat
Driver's seat
- 4-door
2-door
Front passenger's seat
4-cfoor
2-door
...
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*
Alerts you when the system detects a possibility of your vehicle
unintentionally
crossing over left or right side lane markings.
• How the System Works
If your vehicle is getting too close t ...