Problem Symptoms Table
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the like cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS
| Symptom | Suspect Area | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Lower pedal or spongy pedal | ||
| Brake system (Fluid leaks) | Correct | |
| Brake system (Air in) | Bleeding | |
| Piston seals (Worn or damaged) | Replace | |
| Master cylinder (Faulty) | Replace | |
| Brake drag | ||
| Brake pedal free play (Minimal) | Adjust | |
| Parking brake lever travel (Out of adjustment) | Adjust | |
| Parking brake wire (Sticking) | Correct | |
| Pad (Cracked or distorted) | Replace | |
| Piston (Stuck) | Replace | |
| Piston (Frozen) | Replace | |
| Booster system (Vacuum leaks) | Replace | |
| Master cylinder (Faulty) | Replace | |
| Brake pull | ||
| Pad (Oily) | Replace | |
| Piston (Frozen) | Replace | |
| Disc (Scored) | Replace | |
| Pad (Cracked or distorted) | Replace | |
| Hard pedal but brake inefficient | ||
| Brake system (Fluid leaks) | Correct | |
| Brake system (Air in) | Bleeding | |
| Pad (Worn) | Replace | |
| Pad (Cracked or distorted) | Replace | |
| Pad (Oily) | Replace | |
| Pad (Glazed) | Replace | |
| Disc (Scored) | Replace | |
| Booster system (Vacuum leaks) | Replace | |
| Noise from brake | ||
| Pad (Cracked or distorted) | Replace | |
| Installation bolt (Loosen) | Retighten | |
| Disc (Scored) | Replace | |
| Pad retainers (Loosen) | Replace | |
| Sliding pin (Worn) | Replace | |
| Pad (Dirty) | Clearing | |
| Pad (Glazed) | Replace | |
| Brake pad shim (Damage) | Replace | |