GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

DEFINITION: The brake pedal effort is too high when stopping.

1

Inspect for a damaged, collapsed, loose, or open vacuum hose.

Is the vacuum hose OK?

--

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 2

2

Repair or replace the vacuum hose.

Is the brake pedal effort too high when stopping?

--

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 8

3

Inspect for a faulty vacuum check valve or a leaking grommet.

Are the check valve and the grommet OK?

--

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Replace the check valve or the grommet.

Is the brake pedal effort too high when stopping?

--

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 8

5

Inspect for a loose or plugged vacuum fitting.

Is the vacuum fitting OK?

--

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 6

6

Clean, tighten, or replace the vacuum fitting.

Is the brake pedal effort too high when stopping?

--

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

7

Replace the vacuum brake booster.

Refer to Power Vacuum Brake Booster Replacement .

Is the brake pedal effort too high when stopping?

--

Go to Brake Pedal Excessive Effort .

Go to Step 8

8

Verify proper brake system operation. Does the brake system operate properly?

--

System OK

Go to Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check