Pinpoint Test I: Spongy Brake Pedal With No Warning Indicator
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Montego, 2006 Ford Freestyle, and 2006 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- I1 CHECK THE VEHICLE COMPONENT MOUNTING
- Inspect the brake pedal and brake booster/brake master cylinder for correct attachment.
- Bleed the brake system. Refer to BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING .
- Is the brake pedal still spongy?
Yes: GO to I2.
No: The brake system is operating correctly. The concern may have been caused by air in the hydraulic system.
- I2 BLEED THE BRAKE SYSTEM
- Bleed the brake system using the diagnostic tool. Refer to BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING .
- Is the brake pedal spongy?
Yes: REFER to BRAKE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
No: The brake system is operating correctly. The concern may have been caused by air in the hydraulic control unit (HCU).