Pinpoint Test I: Brakes Drag
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jaguar XE and 2019 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- I1: ROAD TEST VEHICLE
- Road test the vehicle and apply the brakes
Are the brakes functioning correctly?
Yes
Vehicle is OK
No
GO to I2.
- I2: CHECK BRAKE CALIPERS
- Check the front caliper pistons and pins for binding, leaking or sticking. Refer to: BRAKE CALIPER - PROJECT 8 Check the rear caliper pistons and pins for binding, leaking or sticking
Do the disc brake caliper pistons and pins bind, leak or stick?
Yes
INSPECT the brake calipers and parking brake cables. INSTALL new components as necessary. Test the system for normal operation. Road test vehicle if necessary
No
GO to I3.
- I3: CHECK BRAKE BOOSTER
- Check the brake booster connecting rod alignment and travel
Is the connecting rod OK?
Yes
Vehicle is OK
No
INSTALL a new brake booster. Refer to: BRAKE BOOSTER TEST the system for normal operation