FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Pinpoint Test K: Slow or Incomplete Brake Pedal Return



K1: CHECK FOR BRAKE PEDAL RETURN
1. Run the engine at fast idle while making several brake applications.
2. Pull the brake pedal rearward with approximately 44.5 N (10 lbs.) force.
3. Release the brake pedal and measure the distance to the toe board.
4. Make a hard brake application.
5. Release the brake pedal and measure the brake pedal to toe board distance. The brake pedal should return to its original position.
^ Does the brake pedal return to its original position?
-> Yes
Vehicle is OK.
-> No
Goto [K2]

K2: CHECK FOR BRAKE PEDAL BINDING
1. Check the brake pedal to make sure it is operating freely.
^ Is the brake pedal operating freely?
-> Yes
INSTALL a new brake booster. For additional information, refer to Power Brake Actuation.
TEST the system for normal operation.
-> No
REPAIR or INSTALL new brake pedal.
TEST the system for normal operation.