- The red brake warning indicator is always on
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- Parking brake not fully released
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- RELEASE the parking brake.
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- FILL the brake fluid reservoir to the MAX line. INSPECT the hydraulic system for leaks. REPAIR as necessary. INSPECT the brake pads for wear. REPAIR as necessary.
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- Brake warning indicator circuit malfunction
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- Brake master cylinder inoperative
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- Red brake warning indicator inoperative
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- Circuitry
- Bulb
- Instrument cluster
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- CHECK the tires for uneven or excessive wear and correct inflation.
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- CHECK the brake pads for uneven taper or excessive wear. REPAIR as necessary.
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- CHECK the brake tubes, hoses, discs and the hubs for damage. REPAIR or INSTALL new components as necessary.
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- INSTALL new suspension components as necessary.
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- Brake pedal goes down fast
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- INSPECT the system for leaks. REPAIR as necessary. FILL the brake master cylinder reservoir. BLEED the system. REFER to BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING .
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- The brake pedal eases down slowly
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- Brake lockup under light brake pedal force
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- CHECK the brake pads for uneven taper or excessive wear. REPAIR as necessary.
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- CHECK the brake components for correct operation. REPAIR as necessary.
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- Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
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- Excessive/erratic brake pedal travel
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- Leak in hydraulic system
- Air in system
- Disc brake caliper
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- CHECK the brake pads for excessive wear. REPAIR as necessary.
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- CHECK the brake pedal for binding or obstructions. REPAIR as necessary.
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- Excessive brake pedal effort
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- Brake booster check valve
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- Brake booster manifold vacuum hose
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- REROUTE, REPAIR or INSTALL new components as necessary.
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- Caliper mounting bolts loose
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- CHECK the caliper bolts. TIGHTEN to specifications.
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- Damaged or worn caliper guide pins or retainers
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- CHECK the caliper guide pins and retainers for lubrication and correct operation. LUBRICATE or INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PINS .
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- Missing or damaged shims, anti-rattle clips or springs
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- INSPECT the brake discs shields. REPAIR as necessary.
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- Clicking noise - with brakes applied and anti-lock brake system (ABS) engaged
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- ABS hydraulic control unit
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- Squealing noise - occurs on first (morning) brake application
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- Acceptable condition. Caused by humidity and low brake pad temperature.
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- Squealing noise - a continuous squeal
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- Brake pads worn below minimum thickness
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- INSPECT the brake pads for excessive wear, taper wear or uneven wear. VERIFY the brake pads are within minimum specifications. REFER to SPECIFICATIONS .
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- Squealing noise - an intermittent squeal brought on by cold, heat, water, mud or snow
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- Groaning noise - occurs at low speeds with the brake lightly applied (creeping)
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- Grinding noise - continuous
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- Brake pads worn below minimum thickness
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- INSPECT the brake pads, brake discs and attaching hardware for damage. VERIFY the brake pads are within minimum specifications. REFER to SPECIFICATIONS .
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- Brake linings contaminated with grease or oil
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- Vibration when brakes are applied
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- Uneven brake pad wear
- Brake disc pad transfer
- Brake disc
- Suspension components
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- Brake vibration/shudder - occurs when the brake pedal is released
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