Brake Pulsation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Were you sent here from the Hydraulic Brake Symptom table? If so, go to next step. If not, go to HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
- Suspension components that are not operating properly may cause a disturbance to the vehicle during application of the brake system. Inspect the suspension system for proper operation. See TROUBLE SHOOTING in appropriate FRONT or REAR article in SUSPENSION. Did you find and correct a condition? If so, go to step 6 . If not, go to next step.
- Anti-lock brake system operation could produce feedback through the brake pedal during application of the brake system. Inspect the anti-lock brake system for proper operation. See appropriate ANTI-LOCK article. Did you find and correct a condition? If so, go to step 6 . If not, go to next step.
- Inspect the disc brake system for proper operation. See DISC BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS under SYSTEM TESTS. Did you find and correct a condition? If so, go to step 6 . If not, go to next step.
- Inspect the hydraulic brake system for proper operation. See HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS under SYSTEM TESTS. Did you find and correct a condition? If so, go to next step. If not, go to DIAGNOSTIC STARTING POINT .
- Road test the vehicle in order to confirm proper operation. See BRAKE SYSTEM VEHICLE ROAD TEST under TROUBLE SHOOTING. Is the condition still present? If so, go to step 2 . If not, system is okay.