Brake System; Foot Brake - MG MG3 Owner's Handbook Manual

STARTING & DRIVING

Brake System

Foot Brake

For added safety, the hydraulic braking system operates
through dual circuits. If one circuit should fail, the other
will continue to function, but greater pedal pressure will
be needed, and increased brake pedal travel, and longer
stopping distances will be experienced. In the event of
a brake failure where only one circuit is operational,
the car should be brought to a halt as soon as traffic
conditions safely allow. DO NOT continue driving - seek
MG Authorised Repairer assistance.
Servo Assistance
The braking system is servo assisted, always be aware of
the following:
• Never allow the car to freewheel with the engine turned
off.
• Always take particular care when being towed with the
engine turned off.
If the engine should stop for any reason while driving, bring
the car to a halt as quickly as traffic conditions safely allow,
134
and do not pump the brake pedal as the braking system will
lose any remaining servo assistance.
Brake Pads
DO NOT rest your foot on the brake pedal
while driving; this may overheat the brakes,
reduce their efficiency and cause excessive
wear.
For the first 900 miles (1500 km), you should avoid
situations where heavy braking is required.
Remember that regular servicing is vital to ensure that
all the brake components are examined for wear at the
correct intervals, and changed when required to ensure
long term safety and optimum performance.
Wet Conditions
Driving through water or heavy rain may adversely affect
braking efficiency. The SCS（Stability Control System）
includes a Brake Disc Wiping function which is activated
when the windscreen wipers are used.