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Pinpoint Test F: The Pedal Goes Down Slowly

PINPOINT TEST G189234p6: THE PEDAL GOES DOWN SLOWLY
G189234t21: 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
GO to Pinpoint Test G189234t22.
No
GO to Pinpoint Test G189234t23.

G189234t22: CHECK FOR BRAKE SYSTEM LEAKS
1. Check for external brake system leaks.
^ Are there any external brake system leaks?
Yes
REPAIR as necessary. ADD fluid and BLEED the brake system. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
GO to Pinpoint Test G189234t23.

G189234t23: CARRY OUT A BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER BYPASS TEST
1. Test for brake master cylinder bypass condition.
^ Are any concerns found?
Yes
INSTALL a new brake master cylinder, ADD fluid and BLEED the brake system. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
System is OK.