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2. Unexpected Pedal Reaction

Symptom 2 - Unexpected Pedal Action

1. BRAKE PEDAL STROKE INSPECTION
Check brake pedal stroke.

Is stroke excessively long?

YES >> Check bleeding and brake system.
NO >> GO TO 2.

2. CHECKING PEDAL FORCE
Check that brake is effective with pedal depressed.

Is pedal heavy, but effective?

YES >> Normal.
NO >> GO TO 3.

3. CONNECTOR AND PERFORMANCE INSPECTION
Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector to deactivate ABS function. Check that brake is effective.

Is brake effective?

YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Brake line inspection

4. CHECKING ABS WARNING LAMP INDICATION
Check that ABS warning lamp illuminates.

Is inspection result OK?

OK >> Perform self-diagnosis.
NG >> GO TO 5.

5. CHECKING WHEEL SENSORS

Inspect wheel sensor system.
- Sensor mounting inspection
- Check sensor pick-up for adhering iron chips.
- Sensor rotor inspection (e.g. Number of teeth, damaged teeth)
- Sensor connector engagement inspection

Is inspection result OK?

OK >> Normal.
NG >> Repair wheel sensor and rotor system.