Diagnosis Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CHECK BRAKE PEDAL STROKE
Check brake pedal stroke. Refer to "INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ".

Is the stroke too big?

YES:
- Bleed air from brake tube and hose. Refer to "BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM ".
- Check brake pedal, brake booster, and master cylinder for mount play, looseness, brake system fluid leakage, etc. Refer to brake pedal "INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ", brake booster "INSPECTION " and master cylinder "INSPECTION ".
NO: GO TO 2
CHECK FUNCTION
Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector to deactivate ABS. Check if braking force is normal in this condition. Connect connector after inspection.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES: GO TO procedure 3 "CHECK WHEEL SENSOR AND SENSOR ROTOR" of symptom 1. Refer to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

NO: Check brake system.