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Pinpoint Test F: the Pedal Goes Down Slowly


Pinpoint Test F: the Pedal Goes Down Slowly

F1: 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 [F2]

-> No
Go to [F3]

F2: CHECK FOR BRAKE SYSTEM LEAKS
1. Check for external brake system leaks. For additional information, refer to Master Cylinder.
^ Are there any external brake system leaks?

-> Yes
REPAIR as necessary. ADD fluid and BLEED the brake system. TEST the system for normal operation.

-> No
Go to [F3]

F3: CARRY OUT A BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER BYPASS TEST
1. Test for brake master cylinder bypass condition.
^ Are any concerns found?

-> Yes
INSTALL a new brake master cylinder, ADD fluid and BLEED the brake system. TEST the system for normal operation.

-> No
System is OK.