Pinpoint Test I: Brakes Drag

Pinpoint Test 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.