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DEFINITION: Brake system releases and returns to rest slowly; vehicle motion is hindered by brake system briefly after release of brake pedal.
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| Were you sent here from the Hydraulic Brake Symptom table?
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Step 2
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Diagnostic Starting Point - Hydraulic Brakes
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- Inspect the hydraulic brake system for the following conditions:
• | Improper operation of caliper pistons |
• | Internally damaged flexible brake hoses; hindering brake release |
• | Contaminated brake fluid |
• | Damaged or improperly operating master cylinder |
- Adjust, repair or replace components as necessary. Refer to
Hydraulic Brake System Diagnosis.
Did you find and correct a condition?
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Step 5
| Go to
Step 3
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- Inspect the brake assist system for the following conditions:
• | Binding, bent or damaged pedal pushrod, pedal, or pedal bracket |
• | Damaged or improperly operating vacuum booster, if equipped |
• | Restricted return hose from hydraulic booster, if equipped |
• | Damaged or improperly operating hydraulic booster, if equipped |
- Adjust, repair or replace components as necessary. Refer to
Brake Assist System Diagnosis.
Did you find and correct a condition?
| Go to
Step 5
| Go to
Step 4
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- Inspect the disc brake system for the following conditions:
• | Damaged or excessively worn caliper hardware and/or lining hardware |
• | Distorted or damaged linings |
• | Lack of lubrication or excessive corrosion on metal to metal contact surfaces |
• | Bent or damaged caliper or mounting component |
- Adjust, repair or replace components as necessary. Refer to
Disc Brake System Diagnosis.
Did you find and correct a condition?
| Go to
Step 5
| Go to
Diagnostic Starting Point - Hydraulic Brakes
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- Install or connect components that were removed or disconnected during diagnosis.
- Road test the vehicle in order to confirm proper operation. Refer to
Brake System Vehicle Road Test.
Is the condition still present?
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Step 2
| System OK
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