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Brakes and Traction Control: Testing and Inspection

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the likelihood of the cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.

BRAKE SYSTEM (Part 1):




BRAKE SYSTEM (Part 2):





HINT:
^ *1, *3: The light may stay on for about 60 seconds after the engine starts. It is normal if it goes off after a while.
^ *2, *3: Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the warning light and buzzer. It is normal if the light goes off and the buzzer stops sounding after a few seconds.
^ *3: While ABS warning light is ON, both VSC warning light and VSC OFF indicator light come on.