Brake Pedal PUSHROD Inspection
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- Disconnect the brake pedal pushrod from the brake pedal. See Fig 1.
- Inspect the brake pedal pushrod eyelet bushing for cracks and/or excessive wear.
- Reposition the pedal pushrod boot toward the front of the vehicle to expose as much of the pedal pushrod as possible.
- Inspect the brake pedal pushrod for straightness.
- If the brake pedal pushrod eyelet bushing exhibited cracks and/or excessive wear, then the bushing requires replacement.
- If the brake pedal pushrod is not straight, then the pushrod requires replacement. Return the pedal pushrod boot to its original position on the pedal pushrod.
- Connect the brake pedal pushrod to the brake pedal.