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Pinpoint Test G189234p6: the Pedal Goes Down Slowly

PINPOINT TEST G189234p6: THE PEDAL GOES DOWN SLOWLY

G189234t21: ROAD TEST VEHICLE - CHECK BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION
1. Check if the condition occurs during actual stopping application by applying the brake pedal while the vehicle is moving.

^ Does the condition occur when the vehicle is moving?

-> Yes GO to Pinpoint Test G189234t22.

-> No GO to Pinpoint Test G189234t23.

G189234t22: CHECK FOR BRAKE SYSTEM LEAKS
1. Check for external brake system leaks. For additional information, refer to Brake master cylinder.

^ Are there any external brake system leaks?

-> Yes REPAIR as necessary. ADD fluid and BLEED the brake system. For additional information, refer to General Procedures. TEST the system for normal operation.

-> No GO to Pinpoint Test G189234t23.

G189234t23: CARRY OUT A BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER BYPASS TEST
1. Test for brake master cylinder bypass condition. Refer to Brake master cylinder component test. Brake Master Cylinder

^ Are any concerns found?

-> Yes INSTALL a new brake master cylinder, ADD fluid and BLEED the brake system. For additional information, refer to General Procedures. TEST the system for normal operation.

-> No System is OK.