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Brake Fluid Loss

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  1. If you were sent here from the SYMPTOMS (HYDRAULIC BRAKES) list, go to step  2 . If you were not sent from the SYMPTOMS (HYDRAULIC BRAKES) list, see DIAGNOSTIC STARTING POINT (HYDRAULIC BRAKES)  under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
  2. Inspect the hydraulic brake system for proper operation. See HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS  under SYSTEM TESTS. If the condition was found and corrected, go to step  6 . If the condition was not found and corrected, go to step  3 .
  3. Inspect the disc brake system for proper operation. See DISC BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS  . If the condition was found and corrected, go to step  6 . If the condition was not found and corrected, go to step  4 .
  4. Separate the master cylinder from the vacuum brake booster. DO NOT disconnect any brake pipes. See MASTER CYLINDER  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Inspect the rear of the master cylinder for a brake fluid leak. Inspect for brake fluid in the vacuum brake booster. If a brake fluid leak was found, go to step  5 . If a brake fluid leak was not found, seeDIAGNOSTIC STARTING POINT (HYDRAULIC BRAKES)  under TROUBLESHOOTING.
  5. Replace the brake master cylinder and the vacuum brake booster. See MASTER CYLINDER  and POWER BRAKE BOOSTER  . If the replacement was completed, go to step  6 .
  6. Install or connect components that were removed or disconnected during diagnosis. Road test the vehicle to confirm proper operation. See ROAD TEST  under TROUBLE SHOOTING. If the condition is still present, go to step  2 . If the condition is not present, system is okay.
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