Preliminary Check

Check brake fluid for contamination.

Has brake fluid been contaminated?

Yes : Replace. GO TO 2.

No : GO TO 2.

Check brake fluid level in reservoir tank.

Low fluid level may indicate brake pad wear or leakage from brake line.

Is brake fluid filled between MAX and MIN lines on reservoir tank?

Yes : GO TO 3.

No : Fill brake fluid. GO TO 3.

Fig 1: Identifying Maximum And Minimum Brake Fluid Level

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Check brake line for leakage.

Is leakage present at or around brake lines. tubes or hoses or are any of these parts cracked or damaged?

Yes : Repair or replace as required. GO TO 4.

No : GO TO 4.

Fig 2: Checking Brake Lines

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Check brake booster for operation. Refer to OPERATIONAL CHECK . Also, check air tightness. Refer to AIR-TIGHT CHECK .

Is brake booster airtight and functioning properly?

Yes : GO TO 5.

No : Replace. GO TO 5.

Fig 3: Checking Brake Booster Operation

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Check brake pad, rotor, shoe and drum.

Refer to DISC & DRUM .

Are brake pads, rotors, shoes and drums functioning properly?

Yes : GO TO 6.

No : Replace.

Fig 4: Identifying Brake Disc Thickness

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Check brake fluid level in reservoir tank again.

Is brake fluid filled between MAX and MIN lines on reservoir tank?

Yes : GO TO 7.

No : Fill brake fluid reservoir to specification.

Fig 5: Identifying Maximum And Minimum Brake Fluid Level

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Check warning lamp activation.

Does warning lamp turn on when ignition switch is turned ON?

Yes : GO TO 8.

No : Check fuse, warning lamp bulb and warning lamp circuit.

Fig 6: Identifying ABS Indicator Lamp Display

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Check warning lamp for deactivation after engine is started.

Does warning lamp turn oft when engine is started?

Yes : GO TO 9.

No (with CONSULT-II) : Refer to "SELF-DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

No (without CONSULT-II) : Refer to "SELF-DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

Drive vehicle at speeds over 30 km/h (19 MPH) for at least one minute.

Does warning lamp remain off after vehicle has been driven at 30 km/h (19 MPH) for at least one minute?

Yes : INSPECTION END 

No (with CONSULT-II) : Refer to "SELF-DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

No (without CONSULT-II) : Refer to "SELF-DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".