Brake System Slow Release
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| DEFINITION: Brake system releases and returns to rest slowly; vehicle motion is hindered by brake system briefly after release of brake pedal. |
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Were you sent here from the Hydraulic Brake Symptom table? |
Go to Step 2 |
Go to Symptoms - Hydraulic Brakes |
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- Inspect the hydraulic brake system for the following conditions:
- Improper operation of caliper pistons
- Internally damaged flexible brake hoses; hindering brake release
- Contaminated brake fluid
- Damaged or improperly operating master cylinder
- Adjust, repair or replace components as necessary. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Diagnosis .
Did you find and correct a condition? |
Go to Step 5 |
Go to Step 3 |
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- Inspect the brake assist system for the following conditions:
- Binding, bent or damaged pedal pushrod, pedal, or pedal bracket
- Damaged or improperly operating vacuum booster, if equipped
- Restricted return hose from hydraulic booster, if equipped
- Damaged or improperly operating hydraulic booster, if equipped
- Adjust, repair or replace components as necessary. Refer to Brake Assist System Diagnosis (Vacuum Assist) or Brake Assist System Diagnosis (Hydraulic Assist) .
Did you find and correct a condition? |
Go to Step 5 |
Go to Step 4 |
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- Inspect the disc brake system for the following conditions:
- Damaged or excessively worn caliper hardware and/or lining hardware
- Distorted or damaged linings
- Lack of lubrication or excessive corrosion on metal to metal contact surfaces
- Bent or damaged caliper or mounting component
- Adjust, repair or replace components as necessary. Refer to Disc Brake System Diagnosis .
Did you find and correct a condition? |
Go to Step 5 |
Go to Symptoms - Hydraulic Brakes |
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- Install or connect components that were removed or disconnected during diagnosis.
- Road test the vehicle in order to confirm proper operation. Refer to Brake System Vehicle Road Test .
Is the condition still present? |
Go to Step 2 |
System OK |