Visual Inspection Chart

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Pickup, 2004 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2004 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2004 Ford Excursion, and 2004 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

VISUAL INSPECTION CHART

Mechanical	Electrical
Brake master cylinder Brake caliper piston Disc brake rotors Brake pads Power brake booster Brake pedal linkage Vacuum or hydraulic booster hose Tires Debris	Parking brake switch Damaged or corroded wiring harness Brake master cylinder fluid level switch

For low or spongy brake pedal concerns:

check and, if necessary, refill the brake master cylinder reservoir.
bleed the brake system and retest the brake pedal feel.
if the brake pedal is still low or feels spongy, check the brake pedal mounting for looseness and correct installation. Check the brake booster and the brake master cylinder for loose mounting. Correct as necessary and retest the system for normal operation.

For a slow or incomplete brake pedal return concern:

inspect for binding, damage, correct installation or interference at the brake pedal.
check the brake booster for binding, damage and correct installation.