Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

WARNING: BRAKE FLUID CONTAINS POLYGLYCOL ETHERS AND POLYGLYCOLS. AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES. WASH HANDS THOROUGHLY AFTER HANDLING. IF BRAKE FLUID CONTACTS EYES, FLUSH EYES WITH RUNNING WATER FOR 15 MINUTES. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION IF IRRITATION PERSISTS. IF TAKEN INTERNALLY, DRINK WATER AND INDUCE VOMITING. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.

CAUTION: Do not spill brake fluid onto painted surfaces. If spilled, wipe it up immediately.

HYDRAULIC LEAKS:
- Inspect for leaks. Clean the brake master cylinder and remove the filler cap. Check the fluid level, and check the condition of the filler cap gasket.

- Check hydraulic hoses and tubes for leaks, cracks, chafing, and distortions. The fasteners that hold these components in place should also be checked.

- Check for proper installation, leakage, caliper slide lubrication, and excessive wear along caliper supports.

- On vehicles with power brakes, apply 667 N (150 lbs) of force to the brake pedal and hold for ten seconds while the engine is running. If brake pedal height cannot be maintained for ten seconds or the brake warning light comes on, repair as necessary.


BRAKE PEDAL RESERVE

Brake Pedal Reserve:

- To check the brake pedal reserve with the engine running, apply 667 N (150 lbs) of force and observe the extent of the brake pedal travel. There should be at least 20% reserve travel distance available.

HYDRAULIC PARTS
- Check hydraulic hoses and tubes for leaks, cracks, chafing, and distortions. The fasteners that hold these components in place should also be checked.

DISC BRAKE CALIPER
- Check for proper installation, leakage, caliper slide lubrication, and excessive wear along caliper supports.