which braking system???

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which braking system???

Post by Rachel » Tue May 09, 2006 2:45 pm

Hello, does anyone know which braking system my 480 has? She's 1990 1.7 turbo auto with ABS.

Thank you!!

Rachel :hopping:
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Post by guitarcarfanatic » Tue May 09, 2006 2:59 pm

I'm guessing the MK1/1.5 ATE Abs system with the computer in the rear boot cubby hole. It should have the brake fluid reservoir by the air filter and the ability to push the brake pedal all the way down with engine on and off. As far as pads and discs, it should have solid discs and the front pads should be the later type. If you have a chassis number I could give you a link to the correct pads if that is what you are trying to find out about.

Is this what you are after? I cant think what else you would need to know about the braking system!

Rob
1996 Saab 9000 CSE 2litre EcoTurbo

Previously...
Peugeot 406 executive TD - The devil!

1991 Red Turbo - Great condition and surprisingly un-rusty!

1989 Light Blue metallic Turbo - Sold!

1993 Steel grey S - Bought for parts

1990 Red ES - Now resting in car heaven!

1989 Black ES - Great runner

1989 Black ES - Spares Car. I murdered it!

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Post by catgroom » Tue May 09, 2006 3:32 pm

Rach!

It has got the ABS computer in the cubby hole.I had to move it to do the wiring,remember?

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Post by Rachel » Tue May 09, 2006 3:45 pm

thanks for that. So you reckon ATE? I just need to know Girling or ATE so I can order the right pads form EBC. Cheers for your quick reply!

Yeah I do remember Steve. I said 'whats that??!!' :D

Rachel ;)
'95 Storm Grey 323 Manual Turbo, Richmod
----------------------------------------------------------
'95 Flame Red Celeb, Nos.191, 2 litre, LPG, used to be Adams ;) SOLD
'95 Vase Green Turbo~ Vanessa~ 'Serendipity' manual, Richmod. RIP
'90 Light Blue 480 Turbo auto....RIP
'68 VW Type 3 1.6 auto Lotus White,Swedish import. SOLD
Audi 80 coupe Gold...pimp my ride! RIP
'76 Bug, Ocean Blue, lowered, Empi wheels.RIP
'72 Bay window VW Camper 1600 twinport. Sold

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Post by guitarcarfanatic » Tue May 09, 2006 3:57 pm

Definately ATE. You can double check by looking at the computer in the rear cubby hole - it will have an ATE sticker on it. The brake fluid resorvoir will also be moulded with an ATE sign. Enjoy the new brakes :D
1996 Saab 9000 CSE 2litre EcoTurbo

Previously...
Peugeot 406 executive TD - The devil!

1991 Red Turbo - Great condition and surprisingly un-rusty!

1989 Light Blue metallic Turbo - Sold!

1993 Steel grey S - Bought for parts

1990 Red ES - Now resting in car heaven!

1989 Black ES - Great runner

1989 Black ES - Spares Car. I murdered it!

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Post by Rachel » Tue May 09, 2006 5:47 pm

Thanks again!! I'm looking forward to the new brakes.....will be miles better than they are now :eek:

Most appreciated....
Rahel :D
'95 Storm Grey 323 Manual Turbo, Richmod
----------------------------------------------------------
'95 Flame Red Celeb, Nos.191, 2 litre, LPG, used to be Adams ;) SOLD
'95 Vase Green Turbo~ Vanessa~ 'Serendipity' manual, Richmod. RIP
'90 Light Blue 480 Turbo auto....RIP
'68 VW Type 3 1.6 auto Lotus White,Swedish import. SOLD
Audi 80 coupe Gold...pimp my ride! RIP
'76 Bug, Ocean Blue, lowered, Empi wheels.RIP
'72 Bay window VW Camper 1600 twinport. Sold

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