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G874174P5: the Pedal Goes Down Fast

PINPOINT TEST G874174p5: THE PEDAL GOES DOWN FAST

G874174t17: ROAD TEST VEHICLE

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

^ Is the brake pedal effort and brake pedal travel normal?

-> Yes
Vehicle is OK.

-> No
GO to Pinpoint Test G874174t18.

G874174t18: PRESSURIZE SYSTEM AND CHECK BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL

1. With the vehicle stationary pump the brake pedal rapidly (five times).

^ Does the brake pedal travel build up and then hold?

-> Yes
BLEED the brake system.
TEST the system for normal operation.

-> No
GO to Pinpoint Test G874174t19.

G874174t19: CHECK FOR BRAKE SYSTEM LEAKS

1. Check for external brake system leaks.

^ Are leaks found?

-> Yes
REPAIR as necessary, ADD fluid and BLEED brake system.
TEST the system for normal operation.

-> No
System is OK.