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Pinpoint Test I: Brakes Drag

PINPOINT TEST G189234p9: BRAKES DRAG
G1 89234t31: ROAD TEST VEHICLE
1. Road test the vehicle and apply the brakes.
^ Are the brakes functioning correctly?
Yes
Vehicle is OK
No
GO to Pinpoint Test G189234t32.

G189234t32: CHECK BRAKE CALIPERS
1. Check the front caliper pistons for binding, leaking or sticking. Check the rear caliper pistons for binding, leaking or sticking.
^ Do the disc brake caliper pistons and pins bind, leak or stick?
Yes
INSPECT the brake calipers and parking brake cables. INSTALL new components as necessary. Road test vehicle.
No
GO to Pinpoint Test G189234t33.

G189234t33: CHECK BRAKE BOOSTER
1. Check the brake booster connecting rod alignment and travel.
^ Is the connecting rod OK?
Yes
Vehicle is OK
No
INSTALL a new brake booster. TEST the system for normal operation.