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G874174P8: Brake Lockup During Light Brake Pedal Force

PINPOINT TEST G874174p8: BRAKE LOCKUP DURING LIGHT BRAKE PEDAL FORCE

G874174t27: TEST BRAKE LOCKUP

1. Road test the vehicle and apply the brake pedal lightly.

^ Do the brakes lockup?

-> Yes
GO to Pinpoint Test G874174t28.

-> No
Vehicle is OK.

G874174t28: INSPECT BRAKE PADS

1. Inspect brake pads for contamination, correct installation, damage and type.

^ Are any concerns found?

-> Yes
INSTALL the brake pads correctly or INSTALL new brake pads as required.
TEST the system for correct operation.

-> No
GO to Pinpoint Test G874174t29.

G874174t29: INSPECT BRAKE CALIPERS

1. Inspect brake calipers for binding, leaking or sticking.

^ Are any concerns found?

-> Yes
INSTALL the brake calipers correctly or INSTALL new brake calipers as required.
TEST the system for normal operation.

-> No
Vehicle is OK.