Step
| Action
| Normal Result(s)
| Abnormal Result(s)*
|
1
| Check the master cylinder
fluid level.
| Master cylinder fluid level between ADD and FULL.
| Fill the Master Cylinder Reservoir as needed.
Refer to
Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
.
|
2
|
- Park brake not applied.
- Start the engine.
| Brake warning
indicator illuminates briefly (approximately 5 seconds) then turns off.
|
|
3
| With
the vehicle in PARK, press the brake pedal.
|
| • | Brake pedal moves steadily towards floor, approximately 2-3 in. |
| • | Brake pedal stops and is firm against the pressure. |
|
|
4
| Release
the brake pedal.
| Brake pedal returns to normal height.
| Brake Pedal Slow Release. Refer to
Brake System Slow Release
.
|
5
|
- Press the brake pedal.
- Shift vehicle into DRIVE.
- Perform Brake System Test. Refer to
Brake System Testing
.
|
| • | Braking action starts after applying the brakes. |
| • | Brakes do not grab - brake pedal does not vibrate. |
| • | Vehicle stops without excessive pedal effort. |
| • | Vehicle stops without pulling to one side. |
| • | Front and rear brakes apply evenly. |
| • | Vehicle stops without noise coming from the brakes. |
| • | Vehicle stops without noise coming from the Vacuum booster. |
| • | Brakes do not drag after releasing the brake pedal. |
| • | Brakes do not make noise while driving. |
|
|
* Refer to the appropriate symptom diagnostic table for
the applicable abnormal result.
|
