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Pedal Vibration or ABS Operation Sound Occurs

PEDAL VIBRATION OR ABS OPERATION SOUND OCCURS

Diagnosis Procedure

CAUTION:
Under the following conditions, ABS is activated and vibration is felt when brake pedal is lightly depressed. However, this is normal.
^ When shifting gears
^ When driving on slippery road
^ During cornering at high speed
^ When passing over bumps or grooves [at approximately 50 mm (1.97 in) or more]
^ When pulling away just after starting engine [at approximately 10 km/h (6 MPH) or higher]


1. SYMPTOM CHECK 1
Check that there are pedal vibrations when the engine is started.
Do vibrations occur?
YES >> GO TO 2
NO >> Inspect the brake pedal.

2. SYMPTOM CHECK 2
Check that there are ABS operation noises when the engine is started.
Do the operation noises occur?
YES >> GO TO 3
NO >> Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to BRC-21, "CONSULT-III Function (ABS)". CONSULT-III Function (ABS)

3. SYMPTOM CHECK 3
Check symptoms when electrical component (headlamps, etc.) switches are operated.
Do symptoms occur?
YES >> Check if there is a radio, antenna, antenna lead wire, or wiring close to the control unit. If there is, move it farther away.
NO >> Normal