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Pinpoint Test G189234p9: Brakes Drag

PINPOINT TEST G189234p9: BRAKES DRAG

G189234t31: 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.