Pinpoint Test C: The Brakes Pull Or Drift

1. Road test the vehicle and apply the brake pedal

Does the vehicle pull or drift?

Yes 

GO to  C2.

No 

Vehicle is OK

1. Check for excessive tire wear or incorrect pressures

Are the tires at the correct pressure and in good condition?

Yes 

GO to  C3.

No 

ADJUST the tire pressures or INSTALL new tires if excessively worn. TEST the system for normal operation

1. Check the disc brake caliper pistons and pins for binding, leaking or sticking

Do the disc brake caliper pistons and pins bind, leak or stick?

Yes 

RECTIFY sticking pins and INSTALL new brake calipers as necessary. Refer to: BRAKE CALIPER - PROJECT 8 TEST the system for normal operation

No 

GO to  C4.

1. Check the brake discs for excessive damage, thickness variation or runout. Refer to the appropriate service information

Does excessive damage or runout exist?

Yes 

INSTALL new brake discs and brake pads as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation

No 

GO to  C5.

1. Check the front hub and wheel bearing assembly

Are the wheel bearings OK?

Yes 

GO to  C6.

No 

INSTALL new wheel bearings. TEST the system for normal operation

1. Check all suspension bushings and ball joints

Are the suspension bushings and ball joints OK?

Yes 

GO to  C7.

No 

INSTALL new front suspension bushings and ball joints as necessary. INSTALL new rear suspension bushings and ball joints as necessary. REFER to the relevant article in the repair information

1. Check the vehicle alignment. Refer to: FRONT SUBFRAME - PROJECT 8

Is the alignment within specification?

Yes 

Vehicle is OK

No 

Adjust the alignment as necessary. Refer to: FRONT SUBFRAME - PROJECT 8