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G545069P7

PINPOINT TEST G545069p7: EXCESSIVE BRAKE PEDAL EFFORT
G545069t24: CHECK BRAKE PADS
1. Check the brake pads for wear, contamination, correct installation, damage and type.

^ Are any concerns found?

-> Yes

INSTALL the front brake pads correctly or INSTALL new front brake pads if necessary.
INSTALL the rear brake pads correctly or INSTALL new rear brake pads if necessary.
TEST the system for normal operation. REPEAT road test.

-> No

GO to Pinpoint Test G545069t25.

G545069t25: CHECK VACUUM
1. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the brake booster.
2. Connect a vacuum/pressure tester to the vacuum hose.
3. Run the engine at normal operating temperature.
4. Record the vacuum reading.

^ Is the reading 40.5 kPa (12 in-Hg) or greater?

-> Yes

GO to Pinpoint Test G545069t26.

-> No

LOCATE and REPAIR the source of low vacuum. TEST the system for normal operation.

G545069t26: INSPECT SYSTEM
1. Switch the engine off.
2. Reconnect the vacuum hose. 3
3. Inspect the brake booster, rubber grommet, and all vacuum plumbing for cracks, holes, damaged connections, or missing clamps.
4. Pump the brake pedal several times to exhaust the vacuum. Push down on the brake pedal and hold.

^ Does the brake pedal move down when the engine is started?

-> Yes

Vacuum system is OK.

-> No

GO to Pinpoint Test G545069t27.

G545069t27: CHECK POWER BRAKE BOOSTER VALVE
1. Check the brake booster valve.

^ Is the power brake booster valve OK?

-> Yes

CHECK the brake booster. INSTALL a new brake booster if necessary.


TEST the system for normal operation.

-> No

INSTALL a new brake booster valve. TEST the system for normal operation.