Bypass Conditions

1. Check fluid in brake master cylinder. Fill brake master cylinder reservoir if low. If fluid is extremely low or empty, check for leaks, or excessive pad wear.
2. Observe fluid level in brake master cylinder reservoir, note level.
3. "START" vehicle. Apply brakes several times. Shut off engine.
4. If, after several brake applications the fluid level remained the same, measure wheel turning torque required to rotate wheels with brakes applied as follows:
^ Place transmission in "NEUTRAL" and raise and support vehicle.
^ Apply brakes slowly to a minimum of 445 N (100 lbs) and hold for approximately 15 seconds.
^ With brakes still applied, exert torque on one front wheel and one rear wheel to 101 Nm (75 ft. lbs.).
^ If either wheel rotates, the brake master cylinder is bypassing. Overhaul and replace damaged parts.