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Pinpoint Test I: Brakes Drag



I: BRAKES DRAG

I1 : ROAD TEST VEHICLE
1. Road test the vehicle and apply the brakes.
^ Are the brakes functioning correctly?
-> Yes
Vehicle is OK.
-> No
Go to [I2]

I2: CHECK 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 [I3]

I3: 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.