Was the Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check performed?

Go to Step 2

Go to the Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check

Perform the brake pedal travel measurement procedure. Refer to Brake Pedal Travel .

Does the brake pedal travel exceed the specified measurement?

Go to Step 3

System OK

Inspect the brake pads for the following:

Refer to Brake Pad Inspection in Disc Brakes.

Do any of the above conditions exist?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

Replace the brake pads as necessary. Refer to Brake Pads Replacement in Disc Brakes.

Is the repair complete?

Go to the Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check

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Inspect the brake rotors for the following:

Refer to Brake Rotor Lateral Runout Check in Disc Brakes

Do any of the above conditions exist?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 7

Resurface or replace the brake rotor as necessary. Refer to Brake Rotor Refinishing , Front Brake Rotor Replacement or Rear Brake Rotor Replacement in Disc Brakes.

Is the repair complete?

Go to the Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check

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Inspect the brake assembly for missing or loose attachments. Refer to Brake Pad Inspection in Disc Brakes.

Are there any missing or loose attachments?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 9

Repair or replace the components as necessary.

Is the repair complete?

Go to the Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check

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Inspect the calipers for leakage.

Are any of the components leaking?

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 11

Replace the leaking components.

Is the repair complete?

Go to the Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check

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Inspect the hydraulic brake system for leaks. Refer to Brake Fluid Leak .

Is there any sign of leakage?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 13

Repair or replace the components as necessary.

Is the repair complete?

Go to the Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check

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Inspect the master cylinder for leakage. Refer to Master Cylinder Diagnosis .

Is the master cylinder leaking?

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 15

Replace the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

Go to the Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check

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Inspect the brake system for air. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding .

Is there air in the system?

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 17

Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding .

Is the repair complete?

Go to the Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check

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Inspect the brake fluid for contamination. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling .

Is the brake fluid contaminated?

Go to Step 18

Go to Step 19

Replace all of the hydraulic brake system rubber components.

1. Flush the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Flushing .
2. Replace the ABS modulator. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement in Antilock Brake System.
3. Repair or replace the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement .
4. Replace the front brake hoses. Refer to Front Brake Hose Replacement .
5. Replace the rear brake hoses. Refer to Rear Brake Hose Replacement .
6. Repair or replace the FRONT brake calipers. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Overhaul or Rear Brake Caliper Overhaul in Disc Brakes.
7. Repair or replace the REAR brake calipers. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Overhaul or Rear Brake Caliper Replacement in Disc Brakes.
8. Flush the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Flushing .

Is the repair complete?

Go to the Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check

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Verify the proper brake system operation.

Does the original condition still exist?

Go to Step 1

System OK