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G874174P1: Brakes Noisy

PINPOINT TEST G874174p1: BRAKES NOISY

G874174t1: INSPECT BRAKE PADS

1. Inspect the condition of the front and rear brake pads. Check for damage to any anti-squeal shims.

^ Are the brake pads OK?

-> Yes
GO to Pinpoint Test G874174t2.

-> No
CLEAN or INSTALL new brake pads as required.
Test the system for normal operation.

G874174t2: INSPECT BRAKE DISCS

1. Inspect the brake discs for excessive corrosion, wear or disc thickness variation.

^ Does excessive corrosion, wear or disc thickness variation exist?

-> Yes
INSTALL new brake discs and brake pads as required.
TEST the system for normal operation.

-> No
Vehicle is OK.