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
Goto [F2]
-> No
Goto [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. For additional information, refer to General Procedures.
TEST the system for normal operation.
-> No
Goto [F3]
F3: CARRY OUT A BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER BYPASS TEST
1. Test for brake master cylinder bypass condition. Refer to Brake Master Cylinder Component Test.
^ Are any concerns found?
-> Yes
INSTALL a new brake master cylinder, ADD fluid and BLEED the brake system. For additional information, refer to General Procedures. TEST the system for normal operation.
-> No
System is OK.